Pug 306 Turbo Diesel!
18-01-2008, 05:12 PM
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Pretty bullet proof engine wise mate,so just check the usual bushes, shocks etc
Droplinks can rattle but aren't to expensive or difficult to change. Not really sure on a lot else mate, i've had 2 but not had too many problems.
Clutch change is a bastard though, and on my old one the rear beam bushes were fucked so may be worth looking out for as i'd imagine they will be a pain in the arse.
Oh and make sure the heaters work properly, the last thing you want to be doing is changing the heater matrix
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Droplinks can rattle but aren't to expensive or difficult to change. Not really sure on a lot else mate, i've had 2 but not had too many problems.
Clutch change is a bastard though, and on my old one the rear beam bushes were fucked so may be worth looking out for as i'd imagine they will be a pain in the arse.
Oh and make sure the heaters work properly, the last thing you want to be doing is changing the heater matrix
Not a lot of help really
18-01-2008, 05:24 PM
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Originally Posted by Dannn
If its had a head gasket or the radiator fans don't work then walk away...
The cars done just over 100k! Will check the fans aswell!!
The car is being sold by a trader in Luton!
18-01-2008, 05:25 PM
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Excellent thanks for the replies so far! The clutch is sounding like the big issue at the minute, will be one of the primary points of inspection!! 
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18-01-2008, 05:27 PM
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Excellent thanks for the replies so far! The clutch is sounding like the big issue at the minute, will be one of the primary points of inspection!!
18-01-2008, 05:32 PM
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Worn bushes in the rear axle is one thing to check for sure, will sound like an exhaust rattle when going over bumps or potholes !! Have a good look at the car from the back and check the angle of the rear wheels, if they are sloping in at the top its a sure sign of wear, another way to check is to poke your hand over the top of the wheel towards the inner arch and check the clearance between the tyre and arch, will sometimes see evidence of the tyre scrubbing the plastic inner arch liner if really worn !!!!!
Great little cars other than that but as mentioned above the heater matrix is an absolute bastard to do as complete dash has to come out !!!
Wouldn't be too concerned if the head gasket has been changed as long as it runs at a decent temperature and the fans cut in when they should.
Great little cars other than that but as mentioned above the heater matrix is an absolute bastard to do as complete dash has to come out !!!
Wouldn't be too concerned if the head gasket has been changed as long as it runs at a decent temperature and the fans cut in when they should.
18-01-2008, 05:39 PM
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Oh cock, Must of been someone with a similar name in Wakefield then
18-01-2008, 05:39 PM
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Worn bushes in the rear axle is one thing to check for sure, will sound like an exhaust rattle when going over bumps or potholes !! Have a good look at the car from the back and check the angle of the rear wheels, if they are sloping in at the top its a sure sign of wear, another way to check is to poke your hand over the top of the wheel towards the inner arch and check the clearance between the tyre and arch, will sometimes see evidence of the tyre scrubbing the plastic inner arch liner if really worn !!!!!
Great little cars other than that but as mentioned above the heater matrix is an absolute bastard to do as complete dash has to come out !!!
Wouldn't be too concerned if the head gasket has been changed as long as it runs at a decent temperature and the fans cut in when they should.
Great little cars other than that but as mentioned above the heater matrix is an absolute bastard to do as complete dash has to come out !!!
Wouldn't be too concerned if the head gasket has been changed as long as it runs at a decent temperature and the fans cut in when they should.
18-01-2008, 05:40 PM
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Oh cock, Must of been someone with a similar name in Wakefield then
18-01-2008, 06:03 PM
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clutch can't be much harder to do then any other xu engined pug??
306 GTi6 and 205's aren't that hard.... not like a impreza turbo clutch which can take longer then a day to do ...
306 GTi6 and 205's aren't that hard.... not like a impreza turbo clutch which can take longer then a day to do ...
19-01-2008, 07:59 PM
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Originally Posted by coco16i
Wouldn't be too concerned if the head gasket has been changed as long as it runs at a decent temperature and the fans cut in when they should.
Even if you take the trouble/expense to skim the head and do it all properly (from my experience on three different engines) the head warps again a few thousand miles later and your back to square one. The only proper way to do is to put the head in the bin and put a decent secondhand head on or better still a brand new one!
19-01-2008, 09:21 PM
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They are good cars considering there french
My mate has just bought this car on fleebay
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...MEWA:IT&ih=005
He rang him up went, looked at and bought it tonight for Ł1600. He hasnt removed if from the bay yet for some reason.
The dump valve is a derv doctor item which cost Ł265
Have a look here for the complete price list on there diesel performance products
http://www.zen19051.zen.co.uk/prod01.htm
My mate has just bought this car on fleebay
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...MEWA:IT&ih=005
He rang him up went, looked at and bought it tonight for Ł1600. He hasnt removed if from the bay yet for some reason.
The dump valve is a derv doctor item which cost Ł265
Have a look here for the complete price list on there diesel performance products
http://www.zen19051.zen.co.uk/prod01.htm
19-01-2008, 09:27 PM
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we used to have a 306 2litre HDi and it was the cheapest, most reliable car I have ever driven. Can't say what to look out for as ours had no problems in 30k+
20-01-2008, 12:30 AM
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Well went to view it this afternoon, after the 2 hour 30 mins to get there it was looking good, very clean motor, in Black which was a nice bonus!
However the guy selling it instantly came across a bit dodgy and after driving it, established infact that the clutch was wanked (although he told me all diesels are like that! LOL). Also had a bald front tyre which has worn heavily on one side so id guess something was a miss at the front!
It was a clean shell but thats about it really, i know for Ł995 its not gonna be a new car but i think theres better out there! Id rather wait, even if it means spending a bit more!
However the guy selling it instantly came across a bit dodgy and after driving it, established infact that the clutch was wanked (although he told me all diesels are like that! LOL). Also had a bald front tyre which has worn heavily on one side so id guess something was a miss at the front!
It was a clean shell but thats about it really, i know for Ł995 its not gonna be a new car but i think theres better out there! Id rather wait, even if it means spending a bit more!
20-01-2008, 08:25 AM
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As you are in NORWICH, why not pop down to the local cheapie auction tuesday night around 18:00, where the local rsoc boys are meeting to have a gander at the cars.
The site is near the Police HQ at Wymondham, on the industrial estate.
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The site is near the Police HQ at Wymondham, on the industrial estate.
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20-01-2008, 11:33 AM
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As you are in NORWICH, why not pop down to the local cheapie auction tuesday night around 18:00, where the local rsoc boys are meeting to have a gander at the cars.
The site is near the Police HQ at Wymondham, on the industrial estate.
tabetha
The site is near the Police HQ at Wymondham, on the industrial estate.
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20-01-2008, 12:31 PM
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how much you looking to pay?
i have a 98k mile r reg phase 2 dturbo, i'mmthinking of selling, all it needs is the rear bushes done, which i have, just me track car in peices so cant do them, and a boost hose as it has a split
had full service, cambelt and tensioner done
what you looking to pay?
i have a 98k mile r reg phase 2 dturbo, i'mmthinking of selling, all it needs is the rear bushes done, which i have, just me track car in peices so cant do them, and a boost hose as it has a split
had full service, cambelt and tensioner done
what you looking to pay?
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