Road test by Steve Hunter

PEUGEOT 806 seven seater people carrier, is as easy to manoeuvre and drive as a family car.

Peugeot dealers Hall Motors, in New Chester Road, Birkenhead, have a one owner ex-demonstrator Peugeot 806 for £14,995, giving the buyer a saving of £5,000 on a new model. I took this Maroon N reg 1996 1.9 diesel turbo for a test drive. As a seven seater people carrier, all seats are fully removable and interchangeable.

The 1.9 diesel turbo engine does 38 miles to the gallon and has 22,000 miles on the clock. The 806 has adjustable steering wheel, power steering, twin air-bags, electric windows, central locking with alarm. It has an anti-theft code sequence you have to key in to start the engine, stereo radio/cassette system with controls at the wheel. The five-speed manual gearbox is on the dashboard and makes for smoother gear changes.

I found the Peugeot 806 a pleasure to drive, with excellent steering and control and found it a whole new driving experience. It really does handle like a family car but with much more room. Ideal for couples with growing families, or lots of friends!

Phone Sales Manager Greg Hall for a test drive on 647-3969.

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