Faults:

An unexplained cut to a flexible power steering hose, replaced by the main dealer at reasonable cost.

Power steering pump valve failed needed a new pump, expensive main dealer repair.

Part exchanged the car for a Mercedes S class when I could not get the solid centre alloy wheels balanced; they would not fit onto any local tyre dealer's machinery.

General Comments:

My car was the last face lift model in Vulcan pearlescent red paint, a wonderful colour when clean and black leather interior.

Loved the shark nose profile.

A very comfortable car with lots of rear leg room, a good long distance cruiser; took it to France twice and all over the UK. Never broke down on a trip, it was a little thirsty being a large car with an automatic gearbox but only a 2.0 litre engine.

I would have kept it for much longer had I been able to balance the original alloy wheels.

I still have a soft spot for the 605.

Faults:

The speedometer works intermittently for 5-6 miles in the mornings.

Rear suspension squeak from right rear shock.

Drivers seat pushes forward 1 notch when braking. This can be annoying.

Whines in reverse, maybe this is the nature of the beast, or there is a problem I don't know about yet!

I can't find how to operate the front spots / fog lights?

Factory alarm does not seem to work, although the deadlocking works fine.

General Comments:

Quite economical for a big car.

Smooth acceleration can be deceiving, although I think it is underpowered for the size.

Very comfortable and spacious.

Lots of torque around 3,000rpm and surpisingly agile on windy country roads.

Large spacious boot / trunk.

Excellent leg room for rear seat passengers, this is lacking in a lot of modern cars large or small.

This car inspires confidence.

Faults:

Power steering pump failed.

Climate Control does not work in auto mode, but this may be due to a faulty interior temperature sensor.

Heater blower fan has since failed.

Idle Valve failed resulting in severe flat spot at low speeds and has just been replaced.

Loud buzzing noise from glove box area, which I suspect is a faulty relay. The noise sometimes decreases with the headlights on, but they also dim in unison with the noise.

Speedometer sometimes stops, but comes on again if you accelerate.

Only one cooling fan was working when I bought the car, which has since been replaced.

It doesn't ride as well as I expected and I suspect the bushes are in need of replacement; I don't even want to think about the cost of replacement electronic dampers.

General Comments:

I can't complain for £1,300 as the car drives very well when it's not going wrong and is also in immaculate condition with unmarked interior/exterior, full service history and a brand new set of Pirelli tyres!

I bought the 605 as a cheap runaround, but I'm finding the very poor reliability and high parts prices a distinct problem.

So pleased I didn't go for that Citroen XM and wishing I had bought an Omega instead!!

Faults:

Interior temperature sender unit malfunctioning for climate control. Replaced.

Exhaust blow diagnosed as crack in turbocharger - apparently a common problem. Replaced.

Both engine cooling fans ceased to work. Replaced.

Dampers feeling a little tired - not replaced yet.

General Comments:

Very comfortable, quiet and smooth riding.

Mid range performance is excellent with turbo engine. Economy is reasonable at 30mpg.

Handling is very neutral and composed, especially on fast corners.

Major cost is maintenance, as depreciation is nearly zero.

Need to go to Peugeot main dealers for servicing, as many independent Pug specialists have never worked on 605s and don't know what there doing.