306 GTI 6

[Pothole]

Seen what looks like a nice example of one of these near me. Anything I need to specifically check has been done at 91000 miles?

[C.A.R.]

Cambelt should have been done about 3 times now - owners club recommends one every 30k. If not done, it's a risk that could kiss goodbye to the engine.

Oh the air-con definitely won't work, and no, it doesn't 'just need a re-gas'!

[Pothole]

Not spoken to the chaop yet, but the A4 sheet in the window says the aircon is very good...gonna call today and try and see it this evening.

[m8rky]

Rear axle,check for any play and view wheels from back to check they are not cambered caused by failing bushes.Having said that a replacement axle is only £350 so don't let it put you off what is a very enjoyable car.I personnaly own a Xsara VTS which is basically the same car underneath and for a blend of power,economy comfort and fun anything with xu10 engine and 306/Xsara chassis is bargain basement fun.

[Pothole]

Are they reasonably economical then? Tbh, anything over 30mpg would be a breath of fresh air after my old Volvo.

[m8rky]

Driving like a granny I get over 33mpg just running around,about 37mpg at constant 70 on the motorway and lowest I have ever had was about 28mpg.This was in the Xsara but same meat different gravy,it also has a 5spd box but overalll gearing is the same.

[Pothole]

I'll not be using it for commuting. Bar the odd supermarket 2 miles each way it'll be 20 miles minimum on A roads.

Went to see it last night. Lovely interior, very few squeaks and rattles, engine sounds sweet. FULL service history, mostly main dealer. 3 previous owners, goes like stink and makes a lovely noise. Oh, and the aircon does work.

Downsides are a few parking dings and stone chips and the odd bubble that I can easily get after.

I'm giving him a deposit tonight!

Thanks all for the advice.

[m8rky]

Look forward to the pics,just double check the cambelts history.

[C.A.R.]

Have to plug 306oc.co.uk as a good forum with lots of knowledgeable members and no subscription fee.

Again look forward to seeing some pictures of it...And amazed that the aircon works!

[Pothole]

C.A.R. said:

Have to plug 306oc.co.uk as a good forum with lots of knowledgeable members and no subscription fee.

Again look forward to seeing some pictures of it...And amazed that the aircon works!

I was amazed, the seller is very proud!

[Pothole]

Just been to pay a deposit, she's mine on Saturday!

[jord294]

the gti6 is the best and last of decent peugeot hot hatches, bar the 205gti

i own a 306 rallye, and have spent wisely on essential upgrades.

it's no slouch, and i have upset a few modern hot hatch owners

[Matthew_Eames]

Currently on the lookout for one myself, after owning 1.9 and 2.0 Dturbo's whilst a student I've got an itch for a standard late phase 3 car in either China Blue or Diablo Red... not proving that easy to find.

Enjoy, and post pictures of course!

[Pothole]

Not sure if mine is China or Nile Blue...guess I'll find out when I get hold of it TOMORROW!!!

Pics to follow on the Reader's Cars thread.

[C.A.R.]

Well what reg is it?

If it has frosted headlights and the rub-strips down the sides are more square-edged then it's likely a phase 2 and will be Nile Blue. These stopped in 1998 I believe, so anything V-plate onwards should be China Blue (but stranger things have happened...)

[Pothole]

C.A.R. said:

Well what reg is it?

If it has frosted headlights and the rub-strips down the sides are more square-edged then it's likely a phase 2 and will be Nile Blue. These stopped in 1998 I believe, so anything V-plate onwards should be China Blue (but stranger things have happened...)

it's a Phase 3. 2000 V

[C.A.R.]

China Blue then!

Don't do what I did to mine though!

[Pothole]

oops. And look at the chaos you caused. I always try not to crash them. The Volvo the other week was the first one I've done for about 15 years or so.

[Pothole]

FFS!!! Car stolen from outside vendor's house last night. Police recovered, vendor is collecting it now....

[paulshears]

Pothole said:

FFS!!! Car stolen from outside vendor's house last night. Police recovered, vendor is collecting it now....

Even cheaper now then