It's sad to read that you guys can't keep on driving your treasured cars
due to shortage in parts in the US while we have almost anything
available over here. From starters to waterpumps and radiators to brake
parts. If anyone wants something just let me know and we'll work
something out.
Marco
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Van: petermcgarvey@att.net [mailto:petermcgarvey@att.net]
Verzonden: zondag 3 april 2005 14:40
Aan: rhornor01; Peugeot Group
Onderwerp: [Peugeot-L] Re: Found a new daily driver car
Rich wrote;
- Original message from "rhornor01" <rhornor@iname.com>:
>
> After 250,000 miles, I had to give up on my 86 505 STI which I had
> bought new and used as my daily driver for 18 years. I miss it
> still, but it had done more than its duty. Thank you to all on the
> list - without you I would have probably given up years ago on
> using it as my daily driver. I hope Peugoet comes back with a good
> product someday to the US.
>
> For those of you who find yourself in a similar situation, deciding
> what the replacement car should be is agonizing! I ended up with a
> Mercedes '95 E420 which was in mint condition and only had 36K
> miles. I am very pleased with this car. It has exceeded my
> expectations and I have owned it about 9 months now.
>
> The biggest change was going from 96 HP to 275 HP. I grin every
> time I accelerate! This particular car was the last year of a very
> well refined platform and the overall quality is phenominal. It is
> somewhat of an "enthusiast's" car.
>
> I paid top dollar for mine through a specialty dealer, but I think
> if you kept your eyes out you could find a quality one for $14K. I
> did quite a bit of research on what to look for in buying this
> particular car used (94-95 "E" models). Glad to share what I
> learned if you are interested.
>
> Good luck everyone. Keep those Lions roaring! I see one everyone
> in awhile and miss mine!
>
> Regards,
>
> Rich
- In peugeot-L@yahoogroups.com, petermcgarvey@a... wrote:
I does seem that our trusted 505's out there are falling victim to
age and depleted parts supply. I see the same items mentioned time
and time again that need to be replaced once they reach over 175,000
miles or more. I personally have stopped driving my 1987 505 STI V-6
5 Speed about 2 months ago to spare it from the ravages of daily
driving. At 230,000 miles it still starts, everything works and can
still manage 25 MPG on the open road at a steady 75 MPH. Does not
burn or consume any oil between changes at 3,000 - 4,000 miles.
Still is one of the most comfortable and poised autos on the highway.
Need to do some minor repair/replacement items in the spring ,
ie., low pressure power steering hose, flush the cooling system, and
replace the torque tube center support bearing for the drive shaft,
then save it for trips to Carlisle, and other special events or
weekend trips on the open road to Cape Cod.
My replacement: An Audi 1998 A4 Quattro 2,8 L 5 speed. A bit
Teutonic but I am used to German engineering. Love the AWD.
Peter
------------- Original message from "coupe404" : ---
I hear you there - the days of using a Peugeot as a reliable daily
driver in North America are drawing to a close. Mine ceased to be a
daily driver in January. However, the next stage is having cherished
cars that are restored and reserved for special occasions only.
That role is being taken by my 404 Coupé Injection, which will be
restored someday.
All the best with BMW, Ken.
Mike Tippett
404 CKF2
405 DL
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