Hi all,
Has anyone made a "buyers check list" for a 306 on here with common faults to look for and questions to ask when buying?
If not would you guys help me make one so I don't miss anything?
All phases
Rear axle trailing arm bearings - excessive play and can sometimes be seen by camber when viewed from behind.
Head gasket failure especially on XUD engines - check for excessive high pressure in cooling system, check for oil in cooling system or water in the oil via dip stick or filler car.
Phase 1
Rust at top of windscreen
Heater matrix - Check for heat when cars warmed up through heater vents - Heater matrix might be bypassed
Door looms - doors may unlock after locking via central locking, Speakers may not work or crackle when opening closing doors.
Rear quarter panels rust inside - check around seat belt top anchor for rust.
Phase 2
Rust at top of windscreen
Heater matrix - Check for heat when cars warmed up through heater vents - Heater matrix might be bypassed
Door looms - doors may unlock after locking via central locking, Speakers may not work or crackle when opening closing doors.
Rear quarter panels rust inside - check around seat belt top anchor for rust.
Phase 3
Has anyone made a "buyers check list" for a 306 on here with common faults to look for and questions to ask when buying?
If not would you guys help me make one so I don't miss anything?
All phases
Rear axle trailing arm bearings - excessive play and can sometimes be seen by camber when viewed from behind.
Head gasket failure especially on XUD engines - check for excessive high pressure in cooling system, check for oil in cooling system or water in the oil via dip stick or filler car.
Phase 1
Rust at top of windscreen
Heater matrix - Check for heat when cars warmed up through heater vents - Heater matrix might be bypassed
Door looms - doors may unlock after locking via central locking, Speakers may not work or crackle when opening closing doors.
Rear quarter panels rust inside - check around seat belt top anchor for rust.
Phase 2
Rust at top of windscreen
Heater matrix - Check for heat when cars warmed up through heater vents - Heater matrix might be bypassed
Door looms - doors may unlock after locking via central locking, Speakers may not work or crackle when opening closing doors.
Rear quarter panels rust inside - check around seat belt top anchor for rust.
Phase 3