... It was a Tuesday morning June 2001 I got a call from Peugeot Dealer (Wimbledon) telling me that my Peugeot 206 GTI was in the showroom & ready for collection. I remember the call so well , I was excited & eager to pick up the car, especially after waiting 6 weeks since placing the order. The ... Read review
...I got a call from Peugeot Dealer (Wimbledon) telling me that my Peugeot 206 GTI was in the showroom & ready for collection. I remember the call so well , I was excited & eager to pick up the car, especially after waiting 6 weeks since placing the order. The collection went very smoothly ~ I just signed a few documents & in return I was given two sets of keys & then I was escorted to my new metallic china blue Peugeot 206 GTI, where I drove off with ... ...more for the price tag. Peugeot who are renowned for their sporting heritage in the motor industry have continually pioneered vehicle manufacturing ~ first developing cars for motor racing (World Rally Championship) & then passing all that high performance engine technology, that they have so well perfected, to todays modern Peugeot cars.
They say that its a waste of money to buy a brand new car, and to a certain extent I would have to agree with that statement. But only if you plan to buy a new car using a finance loan or a credit agreement plan ~ only then would I not recommend it. Not only are the monthly payments pretty high but also from the moment you drive your vehicle away it is de-valued by a couple of thousand pounds. On the other hand if you plan to buy a new car by paying the full amount outright, then I would have to say that its not such a bad investment after all.
~ Firstly, purchasing a new car comes with benefits & added incentives that are thrown in by your showroom dealer. Benefits such as:
€ ~ 3 Year Warranty ~ this will include a complete parts & labour cover & if you decide to sell the car during the warranty period then it is automatically transferred.
€ ~ Free Insurance & road tax for the first year.
€ ~ Free AA cover for the first 12 months
€ ~ Free Assistance cover
~ Secondly, buying a brand new car outright enables you to sell it or part exchange it a year later, with a minimum of losses ~ a smaller possible outlay for another car.
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~ Thirdly, peace of mind ~ All brand new cars are thoroughly road tested & a first class standard inspection on all fluid levels, battery, lights, electrical systems, tyre pressures, wheels, bodywork etc .. ~ Basically, the entire car is comprehensively checked before driving off, giving you trouble free motoring & a total peace of mind.
So after weighing up the pros & cons I decided that I was better off buying a brand new car than a second hand car, even though I did upset a few family members along the way in my decision making (Grrrr.. according to my dad buying a new car was throwing money away). Still, I went ahead & bought the car Ive wanted for a long time. It was a Tuesday morning June 2001 I got a call from Peugeot Dealer (Wimbledon) telling me that my Peugeot 206 GTI was in the showroom & ready for collection. I remember the call so well , I was excited & eager to pick up the car, especially after waiting 6 weeks since placing the order. The collection went very smoothly ~ I just signed a few documents & in return I was given two sets of keys & then I was escorted to my new metallic china blue Peugeot 206 GTI, where I drove off with a big smile on my face.
Priced at around £14,000 (subject to negotiation) this three door stylish hatchback offers much more for the price tag. Peugeot who are renowned for their sporting heritage in the motor industry have continually pioneered vehicle manufacturing ~ first developing cars for motor racing (World Rally Championship) & then passing all that high performance engine technology, that they have so well perfected, to todays modern Peugeot cars.
A few trivia facts that might interest you:
~ Jean-Federic Peugeot founded the company. ~ The company was founded in 1890 ~ Peugeot was the first car manufacturer in Europe to introduce the diesel turbo car.
So what lies behind the Peugeot 206 GTI ? Looks & Style
This alluring 3 door hatchback will definitely turn heads ~ The 206 GTI external features are visually tempting, a car that is stylish & quite irresistible. One of the most distinctive features of the 206 GTI is its rounded bodyline as well as its wider front wings ~ a design that not only enhances the style & sporty image of the car but also gives it that extra edge over other 206 models. There is nothing flimsy or weak about the 206`s body structure, whilst driving you are housed in a fortified vehicle that provides solidity and protection. To add to the magnetism of the 206 GTI, it also boasts elegant 16 inch Ouragan Alloy wheels, fine-looking sporty bumpers, and a stunning oval chrome exhaust all of which complements this vehicle & sets the tone for driving in style.
Interior
The Peugeot 206 GTI offers value for money with interior features such as body-hugging sports front seats which are upholstered in a luxurious leather & suede material ~ designed for comfort & a pleasure to drive. The gear stick, foot pedals & door handles are finished in a classy aluminium colour. The versatile & adaptive 5-speed gearbox is designed to different driving styles & conditions.
But the interior luxury just doesnt stop there:
The Peugeot 206 GTI boasts digital air conditioning with climate control, creating the perfect interior environment ~ providing cool air in hot weather, a must in summer. This model does not have an electric sunroof hence the digital air conditioning but at a cost of £500 your Peugeot dealer can install one for you. It is also equipped with twin front & side airbags. The steering wheel & the driver seat is height adjustable, giving you better comfort & a better view when driving.
The 206 GTI comes with a sophisticated trip computer ~ you no longer have to check your dashboard to see if anything is wrong with your car. Instead the GTI built in system does everything for you, telling you all you need to know ~ with alerts in visual & audible form the 206 will inform you if anything isnt quite right. The dashboard will display the car electronics such as, fuel consumption, average fuel used, how far youve travelled, average speed & much more ~ thus allowing you to safely concentrate on your driving. The finishing interior touches include a built in 6 disc CD changer that is remote controlled ~ the remote is placed on your steering wheel.
This attractive 3-door hatchback also includes:
~ ABS ~ Power steering ~ Spacious boot & glovebox ~ Automatic rain sensing front wipers
All of which is designed to enhance style, comfort & security when driving
Safety/Security
This is one area that the 206 GTI cannot be faulted ~ equipped with mechanical security locks & a sophisticated alarm system. The Peugeot 206 has an electronic engine immobiliser, alarm & remote controlled central locking system ~ providing total peace of mind. Safety is also a high priority with the 206 GTI model, equipped with driver & passenger airbags that are designed to adapt to different impact conditions ~ a much safer airbag performance than the old traditional airbags which have proven in the past to be potentially dangerous.
& theres more .
Equipped with ABS braking system & electronic brake force makes driving safer by giving maximum stability, a good road grip & a perfect balance when driving on the road. The 206 GTI On The Move
Driving the 206 GTI is fun ~ the engine is beautifully torque, giving it a smooth & fast throttle response. Road handling is excellent under all road conditions & equipped with power steering make driving smooth no matter what speed.
This car is fast:
~ 0-62 mph in 8.3 seconds ~ 2.0 Litre Engine 16V ~ 138 bhp (Brake horse power) ~ Delivers top speed of 135 mph
Basically, the 206 offers a sensational drive something special.Colours on offer
Choosing the colour of your Peugeot 206 GTI couldnt be any easier, with an array of metallic colours & solid colours on offer you will not have any problems finding the colour that suits your preference. E.g:
€ ~ Metallic colours available for the 206 GTI
~ Platinum Silver ~ Mercury Grey ~ Moonstone ~ Cypress Green ~ China Blue ( My colour car ) ~ Diablo Red
€ ~ Solid colours available for the 206 GTI
~ Bianca White ~ Cherry Red ~ Indigo Blue ~ Black
Bottom Line
Ive been driving this gem of a car for 11 months now & it I can truly say its overall performance is exceptional ~ A stylish 3 door hatchback that provides style, comfort & security as well as an array of added external & internal features.
Advantages: superb car you feel safe Disadvantages: see my bad points
ive owned a peugeot 206 gti Sp for 9 months on a t registration Good points Super engine, pulls very strongly from low revs with a noticeable boost above 4000 rpm, very strong but smooth acceleration right up to redline. Overtaking is no problem in any gear, changing down is not required unless showing off. Throttle response is instant both on and off. Around town the engine pulls very smoothly, and its all to easy to find yourself breaking the local ... ...fifth is a little to tall for town work, it is a very usable gear on the open road and not just an overdrive. The action of the gear stick is not the smoothest I have used, and I personally like a heavier spring feel through the gate, but the positive notch into position is handy when trying hard so you don't make a fool of yourself away from the lights. The clutch pedal is very neutral in feel, and enables quick changes without fuss, beware the ...
mcdirect 05.02.2001
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Advantages: Great little car and engine Disadvantages: Its a deisel
...equivalent. Im not sure that peugeot should even have tried to bring out a car under the 20# genre after their exceeedingly popular 205 model but, they did anyway and also brought their successful diesel along with it!
The Americans and the Australians have a simple recipe for producing a car with decent performance and plenty of mid-range 'oomph'. They work on the principle of 'there ain't no substitute for cubic inches' and drop in the biggest ... ...to excellent effect by Peugeot here in Europe when creating the diesel versions of its small hatchbacks. Back in the '80s, the French company developed a strongly performing yet frugal 205 by substituting a 1.8 diesel for the 1.1-litre petrol engine. When they added a turbocharger a few years later, the resulting 205 D Turbo was the closest you could get to a 'diesel 205 GTi'.
The 206, spiritual successor to the 205, also gets the big-diesel-in-small-car ...
andycharger 29.08.2000
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Advantages: Good engine and good looks Disadvantages: Plastic interior
...I have has 5 spoke Peugeot alloy wheels. These give the PUG a sporty look and add to the overall appeal of the car. Other PUG's that don't have the alloys don't compare in terms of aesthetics in my opinion.
I think that all 2.0 L versions come with spot lights at the front of the car which is a good thing as they certainly help to widen the beam of light on the road during foggy conditions. Also, they draw attention from fellow drivers and I have ... ...Internally, the dash board is primarily plastic which I don't mind as it is easy to keep clean. Luckily it is also black which ties in nicely with the external dιcor. They display lights are orange and contrasts well during dark conditions for optimal viewing of speed etc.
Driving
I love to drive my PUG. Compared to my old fiesta this feels like how I would imagine an Aston Martin drives. The car is smooth at all speeds in all gears and there is ...
daniel.surveys 15.11.2006
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Advantages: Finess, Fun, practicality and Cheeky good looks Disadvantages: Customer care only
I recently bought a X registration "206 GTi and have now found it to be one of the most rewarding cars to own, drive and show off! bought from new, after importing in from Holland the 2001 spec GTi includes minor trim differences, only noticable to the best trained, and slightly more usable features as three rear head rests, which are both comfortable to use (unlike the front) and add that little something to the car to give it more of the grown ... ...It has now done 2500 miles in just under two months, and i can honestly say that it is the best car i have come close to owning. performance is more then adequate, giving 0-60 times of around 7.5 and a hefty top speed of 132mph. At the same time as this, peugeots classic combination of putting an oversized engine in a small car creates fun in ample amounts. no problems of any significance, and no rattles at all make this little car feel very grown ...
maxy13 12.12.2000
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Advantages: fast, good looking Disadvantages: expensive insurance and petrol
...has just been given a Peugeot 206 gti as a company car, and it's just awesome. It looks really classy than the 306 xsi, even a bit more sporty. When we went for a drive in it, it was so smooth over the bumps and round the corners equally as good. It accelerates really quickly and on the motorway it's just brilliant. Wow...the buzz you get. It makes you feel rather special, you know that you have a car that looks just as good as it drives.
Apparently, ... ...the standard things of the Peugeot cars;
six Cd changer
Air conditioning
Automatic windscreen wipers
Safety locks etc
You can't even tell its a convertible, its a pity the weather hasn't been that good because it looks great with the hood off. On 'Top Gear' it was calculated it takes 22 seconds to take the hood off, which isn't that bad. My mates dad's car is blue, compared to our 306xsi cherry red, it does ...
WAD1-2-3 23.04.2001
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