Faults:

Faulty indicator switch. I'm now on my third indicator switch! Dealer told me it is a common fault on 307's. The switch is difficult to turn on & clicks most of the time, sometimes causing full beam to come on.

Loose/Rattling exhaust. I've had the car back to the dealer approx 10 times now since new & they still can't find what the problem is. I've had the heat shield repositioned, a new flange kit put on & the front part of the exhaust taken off, re greased & put back on again. Seems to be OK for a couple of days then starts to rattle again. Is beginning to get very annoying.

General Comments:

Even though there are some problems, the car drives really well especially on long journeys & is very comfortable.

Faults:

Slight squealing from the brakes on occasions.

Front carpet has come away a little.

General Comments:

Engine is noisy at tick-over, compared with other diesels I have owned, and a there is also a noticeable rocking motion at rest, with the engine running, but it can be lived with.

- I have averaged about 51 mpg over the time I have had it.

Inside it is very roomy, and controls are good.

Faults:

I chose this car because of its spacious interior and large boot, compared to the average hatchback.

I purchased the car in October 2002 and was very impressed for approximately 8 weeks when I noticed one or two annoying problems.

The indicator column sticks for no apparent reason and causes the front headlights to go onto full beam even when the headlights are turned off.

This was followed with the indicator's automatic cancel no longer working once you have turned a corner. This can be quite irritating, as you have to remember to manually switch the indicators off. I am still waiting for the replacement part!

The latest problem is an unexplained squeak coming from the clutch, or the front suspension, or the front brakes or the engine. The exact location has not yet been traced.

General Comments:

The car handles very well in all weather conditions.

The design of the car is very good, although I do know of other Peugeot 307 owners who have had problems with the car.

As with any car, if you get a good one you will love it.

Faults:

Indicator switch failed at 100 miles. Indicators still worked, but they would come on when cornering rather than going off.

Locking wheel nut key lost by dealer when new. Needed the wheels drilling off. Resolved quickly by dealer who offered me a hire car while mine was with them.

Strange problem where the electronics seem to 'reboot'. While driving the gages and instrument lights go off - the engine still works - only to come back about 1 second later. Dealer cannot reproduce. Has occurred about 5 times in 12000 miles.

General Comments:

I do like driving this car. It handles well and the engine was plenty of torque.

Build quality over all is average. Dash is well lay-ed out, but door panels do rattle in hot weather.

Seat material is not practical with animals. The hair gets stuck and is a pain to remove.

External finish is good and the car looks the business when clean. No stone chips etc. after 12000 miles.