What to look for on an '03 206

[balders118]

Yeah I know a very boring subject! But I'm going to look at a 206 for my little sister tomorrow and as I've not had any experience of these before I'm not totally sure what to look for. Apart from all the usual stuff are there any particilar things to look for on these cars?

TIA

Chris

[Old Merc]

After checking all the normal elementary any car stuff there are two "206" items.Head gaskets can leak oil? either externally in the corner by the timing cover above the alternator? or internally into the cooling system,so have a look into the radiator header tank for engine oil.The other is rear axle radius arm bearings fail.Stand at the back of the car to see if a rear wheel is tipping in at the top and any squeaks and clicks etc when bounced up and down.

[balders118]

Thanks for that! We had a look today but going back monday after the dealer has fixed a few issues so we'll have closer look for these.