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Peugeot 106
August 2002
With low running costs and a youthful image, the Peugeot 106 is a superb second-hand buy. Although it feels flimsy, the baby Pug is surprisingly durable and can last for years. However, diesel versions can be expensive to fix if they go wrong.
Lots of low-rate finance deals can attract penny-pinchers, meaning some 106s don't get the servicing they require, so choose carefully. But as a first buy for young drivers, a second car for older motorists or transport for those who don't need a spacious interior, the 106 is a sensible choice.
106 checklist
* Not all 106s are cherished. Battered panels, frayed trim and non-matching tyres signal neglect.
* Diesel versions are usually capable of high mileages, but can be expensive to fix if the injectors fail. Lots of smoke on start-up and smells from the exhaust are symptoms.
* Clutches, brakes and gearboxes suffer as many 106s are used mostly in town. Check they all work effectively.
* Some owners have reported electrical problems, which usually affect the radio and rear wiper circuit. Check that all the buttons and switches function when you take the car for a test drive.
Glass's View
As with all superminis, the 106 is popular among trade and public alike, but heavy depreciation means that only the best are worth buying, says Glass's Consumer Values. But they must be cheap to sell, because there are a lot to choose from.
My 106...
When Jo Smith got a new job four years ago, she knew her Fiesta would have to make way for something more modern. "It was a basic model and my drive to work was longer. I needed a car that was unlikely to let me down. I'd have loved a convertible but, as a nurse, that was not going to happen! The Peugeot was the most attractive model I could afford," said Jo.
Her M-reg Mardi Gras model has not been too much of a drain on Jo's finances. "It's cheap to run and does more than 40mpg," she added. The 106 is ideal for parking in tight spaces near Jo's Middlesex home, but she reckons it's worth saving up to buy a dearer 106 with power-steering and a rear windscreen wiper.
Lots of low-rate finance deals can attract penny-pinchers, meaning some 106s don't get the servicing they require, so choose carefully. But as a first buy for young drivers, a second car for older motorists or transport for those who don't need a spacious interior, the 106 is a sensible choice.
106 checklist
* Not all 106s are cherished. Battered panels, frayed trim and non-matching tyres signal neglect.
* Diesel versions are usually capable of high mileages, but can be expensive to fix if the injectors fail. Lots of smoke on start-up and smells from the exhaust are symptoms.
* Clutches, brakes and gearboxes suffer as many 106s are used mostly in town. Check they all work effectively.
* Some owners have reported electrical problems, which usually affect the radio and rear wiper circuit. Check that all the buttons and switches function when you take the car for a test drive.
Glass's View
As with all superminis, the 106 is popular among trade and public alike, but heavy depreciation means that only the best are worth buying, says Glass's Consumer Values. But they must be cheap to sell, because there are a lot to choose from.
My 106...
When Jo Smith got a new job four years ago, she knew her Fiesta would have to make way for something more modern. "It was a basic model and my drive to work was longer. I needed a car that was unlikely to let me down. I'd have loved a convertible but, as a nurse, that was not going to happen! The Peugeot was the most attractive model I could afford," said Jo.
Her M-reg Mardi Gras model has not been too much of a drain on Jo's finances. "It's cheap to run and does more than 40mpg," she added. The 106 is ideal for parking in tight spaces near Jo's Middlesex home, but she reckons it's worth saving up to buy a dearer 106 with power-steering and a rear windscreen wiper.
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- For enthusiasts, only the 106 GTi will do - it's still one of the most entertaining hot hatches and looks seriously cheap as a used car. But high insurance premiums and too many thrashed models mean it doesn't get our vote. That goes to the 1.1-litre models. These are cheaper to buy than the diesels and, if you cover a low mileage, are cheap to run. Avoid base-spec models and dealer specials. Zest 2 and Independence are well equipped manufacturers' editions.
OTHER EXPENSES
Depreciation:3
Running costs (ppm):24-40p
Insurance groups:3-13
HISTORY
- 1992: 106 range introduced with 1.0, 1.1 and 1.4 petrol units, plus 1.4 and 1.5-litre diesels. Trim ranges from basic XN to lively XSi. 1994: New models include the sporty 1.3i Rallye with drilled steel wheels, and the 1.6 XSi, which finds favour with keen drivers. 1996: New 106 launched. Has rounded front end styling and an improved cabin, but uses the same chassis and engines. Additions to the range include luxury Roland Garros and entry-level Zest. 1997: Driver-oriented 106 GTi appears, with 127mph top speed and finely honed chassis. Billed as the spiritual successor to 205 GTi and just as much fun.
2002: Range is now limited to Zest, Quiksilver and GTi cars, plus occasional special editions.
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