1988 Peugeot 306 XADTurbo 1.9 turbo diesel from Portugal
Summary:
Simple, effective and reliable
Faults:
Airbag light sometimes flashes. The root cause is an orange connector under driver seat.
Radio (a very good Clarion) tuner failed @ 120000km. 150€ after it was back in place.
Lower front suspension arms gaskets needed to be replaced. I consider it normal after 130000km.
Belt tensioner bearing failed near 100000km.
General Comments:
Fantastic car to drive considering its generation.
Great engine if we consider it is not a Direct Injection unit. Very relyable and economical. I once crossed entire Spain (From Portugal to France) without refueling.
Comfortable and resistant seats. My 306 is a VAN model. I can place 2 mountain bikes inside it only by removing their front wheels! It's the unique VAN I know where this can be done.
Very easy and cheap to maintain.
I now have a new 307 Break, but I love and pretend to keep the silver gray 306 until "he" quits eating asphalt.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 21st October, 2005