106/306/205 n00b

[Aidonia]

Hi all.

Another newbie from Auckland here. I don't have one yet but have always loved the 205s ,106s and 306s, and am finally on the hunt for one a bit more seriously now. I can't actually make my mind up as to which model is my preference, I love them all for different reasons so I'm keeping an eye out for anything.

I recently returned from 5 years or so overseas, during which I barely even stepped in a car, otherwise I would have bought a pug long ago! Luckily Auckland's public transport system is dire and I can look forward to  driving again!

I came across fastfrogs.co.nz from a trademe listing, looks like a helpful place! Hope there's room for a n00b owner-to-be.

Cheers.

[CaM]

309gti come into the mix at all?

[2052NV]

hek yea theres room for new ppl!

umm all those cars are good cars (im assuming you want the gti/xsi/gti-6 versions of each of those models). my advice would be just wait till you find a good example of which ever car you want. especially with french car as they can cost lots if they havnt been looked after. even if it means spending a bit of extra cash. with 205's you want to get a euro spec one not a jap import as the japs have lower compression engines. 106 and 306 dnt have this problem tho (correct me if im wrong plz someone). STAY AWAY FRM ALL AUTO'S for 2 reasons. 1. autos in general are a crime for a fast car and 2. french ones are renowend for all the wrong resons  .

and if you are keen on a car and want to go have a look just giv us a pm and id be happy to come have a look with you. 

oh and ask heps of questions on here because there is a welth of knowledge floating around this site

[Aidonia]

Cheers fellas.

Sound advice 2052NV. Yeah, the gti/xsi's naturally, and definitely a manual.

Cam- actually the 309 not so much. I like 'em, just not as much as the 205/106/306s hatches.

DRTDVL - 4k's is as high as I want to go at this stage. I'm sure I'll get the bug and want to drop a bunch more enevitably, but that's my seed fund.

[Carpentry]

Welcome 

You could get a pretty mean 106 xsi or 205 gti for that kind of wedge. There tend to be 'seasons' of 205's on trademe and that, for a while there'll be none and then all of a sudden there'll be about 5 at once. Usually just after you've bought one

Others might agree that 4k is at the top end of the price range, especially for 205gti/106xsi.

happy hunting

[CaM]

perfect budget for Bullit's silver 106xsi. beautiful car that needs nothing doing to it.

[Aidonia]

That's the silver one on trademe right now with the yellow light lenses? Looks like a nice example but I'd like to buy locally, in AK.
I am pretty keen on the 106s though, and have heard many people sing their praises. As much as I love 205s, I'm thinking I should have gotten in on the act several years ago. A lot of them seem like they are getting a bit long in the tooth now. Would you lot agree?

[mrc_1979]

$1200 1994 106gti in Aucks.......looks mint!   

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Peugeot/106/auction-233984265.htm

"Car has engine damage, idles but sounds very rough. Unclear as what is wrong but have no money for repairs. Has been a great car for the last 3 years that i have owned it, sad to see it go. Body and interior are in perfect condition, has been garaged by me and previous owner. New water pump and thermostat as of 6 months and reworked clutch as of one year. Perfect for someone with mechanical knowledge or as a parts car!"

[CaM]

not necessarily. sister's got a reasonably neglected one that's got 210k on the clock (has spent a while with no speedo too) that's pretty sweet. I believe gearboxes are a weak point on them but aside of that and the normal paint problems that all peugeots can be susceptible to, they're a very solid car.

bullits car is that one with the yellow driving lights. if you want more opinions on the car then i have no quams looking it over without bias for you, and badbui is a prior owner of the car whom can give you insight into it, if you were interested in it but unkeen on travelling to see a car without being semi-sold on it.

these cars are all getting older, although 106s are perhaps a better option than a 205 for some, there's still a few years under their belts anyway. even buying new doesn't mean you're going to have a trouble free run. I have less problems out of my aged fleet than work has with new vehciles

[2052NV]

yea the silver xsi is frm wht ive seen a good car! buy that one! 

[mattt]

Had a 205GTi & a 106 clubsport.  106 had less midrange grunt but was much more fun, revvy & chuckable.  Recommend either but I suspect a 106 XSi would be the ideal balance on budget, fun & everyday reliability.

Have fun with whatever you settle on.

[Pee Dubbaya]

Hi Matt I'm loving your old 106- brilliant fun 100% of the time. Hope you're not missing it too badly!

[Esprit]

Definitely recommend Bullit's 106 XSi... knowing Paul he'd happily bring it up to Auckland for you

[Aidonia]

Cheers guys.

Looks like Bullits met reserve and sold already. Cam- cheers for the offer.

mrc_1979 - Mint model for sure, but i think that one in particular looked a little less than mint with a crunched bonnet and engine damage

I'm more interested in buying a well kept example 'off the shelf' to be honest as opposed to a doer-upper. I love to DIY anything and everything, but I don't really have the time for a "project" car at the moment.

[Aidonia]

Oh it's no longer listed. Was that the blue one mrc or am I getting mixed up?