Anyone for a Peugeot Van?
Looks like the floodgates have opened. Peugeot Van being tested by GM in NA
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RobertRyan wrote:Lessmore wrote:
We rented a Peugeot 205 in Europe back in '85. It had the 4 speed, 1.1 liter 4 cylinder.
I found the defrosting system inadequate, construction and design flimsy and the engine underpowered.
Had a Peugeot in Europe in 2010. Nicely finished, went very well. Overall reliability who knows?Lessmore wrote:
The GM Express and the Ford Econoline have been fine, reliable, durable, service oriented commercial vehicles for many years.
Never used here by Ford or GM Holden although very cheap, poor payloads vehicle dynamics, questionable reliability.Also not used by RV builders although very cheap to purchase.
Sorry Robert but I have to disagree.
I drove Econolines and Chevy vans for many 1000's of miles. Very reliable, durable and in a climate where winters are 5 1/2 months long with temps that can go down to 30 to 40 below.
They did the job they were designed for...extremely well...cargo moving on all sorts of roads...all sorts of temperatures/climates.
I would say you seem harsh on your judgement of these vehicles. I've driven a large number of them since '65 and their service, build quality , durability and reliability has generally been excellent.
I've also driven and owned vehicles made in Europe and Japan.
