USED Peugeot RCZ - What goes wrong and should you buy one? | ReDriven used car review

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@ReDriven
@ReDriven 6 ай бұрын
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@hackwheels9654
@hackwheels9654 21 сағат бұрын
😂😂😂
@ChrisN06999
@ChrisN06999 7 ай бұрын
"is that enough for the petrol? Can I stop now?" I felt that.
@AndreiGrozea
@AndreiGrozea 7 ай бұрын
When I saw the car being reviewed I knew Jim is gonna be the host for half the video
@Mexxx65
@Mexxx65 7 ай бұрын
Lol
@leeperkins84
@leeperkins84 7 ай бұрын
Please keep the region specific snacks etc for all future videos. That was glorious
@fabgaz3794
@fabgaz3794 3 ай бұрын
R owner here. 103k km's on the clock. Car is a little bit tuned : upgraded turbo impeller , k&n panel filter , red racing coils , upgraded alluminium pop off valve , ECU Remap on 100 octane only. 305hp 410 nm. Car is a FREAKIN BEAST , waaay faster than a 308GTI due the amazing aerodynamics that push car down. It's not really a 0-100 car due to the veery short manual gear ratio ( mine do 0-100 in 5.3 , pretty good ! ) , but MAAAAN when turbo kick in it just goes straight to 265 !! sooo lovely ! Problems in my ownership ( 5 years now ) : 75k-> failed HPFP , the stock piece is CRAP , even Peugeot have replaced the component on the official car bulletin with another different component ( 700 Euro repair cost , car was used and out of warranty ) Engine trasmission actuator failed ( 500 Euro ) 2 sensors gone ( easy fix , 70 euro total ) Gotta say : hugely underrated car ! it's sooooo satisfyn to drive , and it is a head turner ! Thats it ! :)
@dcanes5720
@dcanes5720 5 ай бұрын
I have had a 2016 rcz for last 3 years and had absolutely no issues …..she is my baby and I love her ❤️😍
@Jornfromtjorn
@Jornfromtjorn 3 ай бұрын
me too
@willnitschke
@willnitschke 3 ай бұрын
I feel the same...
@filipT97
@filipT97 2 ай бұрын
Engine ?
@toymachine76au
@toymachine76au 7 ай бұрын
My RCZ R is a work of art. Absolutely love it.
@AkeemEkunnusi-ot2bo
@AkeemEkunnusi-ot2bo 4 ай бұрын
What’s the best oil ?for this RCZ mine consumes so much oil
@Locklord26
@Locklord26 7 ай бұрын
Working for Peugeot for several years gave me a good understanding on the EP6 or prince engine and while early the engine was atrocious it was fixed over the years and now is one of the most reliable engines I know and even the rcz I’ve rarely seen many major issues with them I mainly believe is because they are treated better then the early 308’s and 3008/5008.
@stenmartens7179
@stenmartens7179 6 ай бұрын
any insight as to what was done to remedy all of these issues? i've got experience with both the 5008 and 308 with this engine and it was a bomb to drive - when it worked... both cars were sold because of the increasing problems. my uncle found his 308 and the owner he sold it to a few years later and he never had any issues with it anymore but i never can seem to find the answer as to what they have done to fix it or which year of engine is the safer option... any insights here?
@Kampf0r
@Kampf0r 6 ай бұрын
I call bullshit. Prince engines are the worst POS engines on the planet. I owned two, one 156 hp and one 200 hp. And no, changing the oil every 5K or 10K will not mean it will not eventually break down in a very bad manner. Ovalised cylinders, huge carbon build up, sensor fails, stretched chains, oil leaks, boost problems. There is ALWAYS something wrong with these engines. The 270 hp engine is a different thing though, but the 156 hp and 200 hp are utter garbage. This is common knowledge.
@marcandremanfredi3498
@marcandremanfredi3498 6 ай бұрын
@@stenmartens7179200thp no issues from 2011 onwards on the engine.. just coil packs high temperature sensor and cracked plastic coolant container after 12 years and yes do change oil the fluids if you want to keep the car longer
@Animaduniversum
@Animaduniversum 7 ай бұрын
The glass roof is just stunning.
@calibrazxr750
@calibrazxr750 7 ай бұрын
It's not glass, it only looks like it. The rear window is cool though.
@aspiringnovelist9720
@aspiringnovelist9720 26 күн бұрын
Although the guys at the place where I have my cleaned still thought it was glass after cleaning it! 😂
@UncleJoeLITE
@UncleJoeLITE 7 ай бұрын
100% I'd love one if I could afford the maintenance & repair costs. Yep. This has supercar-ish looks, but in a good way. This is a "Certified Cool" car.
@konyina
@konyina 7 ай бұрын
Hey man, you should go for it. The video has made it out like the RCZ will drain you of every penny, but it won't. It's a much better built car than it's sibling, the 308, and parts prices are the same. The petrol is shit though. It's the same unit that powers many minis, and it quite a needy engine. Not the worst thing you can buy, but not the best either. If you're going for it though, go for the 200hp variation, as it's noticably more reliable than the 156hp.
@mclouj
@mclouj 7 ай бұрын
@@konyina did they even sell the diesel RCZs in Aus?
@raidden-1583
@raidden-1583 7 ай бұрын
it's funny how it depends on the country, in France, this is the typical wannabe-cool-guy-that-can't-afford-better car. I mean, objectively speaking, wtf do you like in these ? It doesn't handles better than your regular daily, not a lot of power, all but luxurious interior, it's not even comfortable nor practical. If you want one of these and absolutely wants a coupe, better buy a TT. As a french, I definitely never understood the unrational appeal some non french people have for french cars.
@DADDA
@DADDA 7 ай бұрын
@@raidden-1583 What do we like in these? The looks - I just really like it Its kind of a Coupe - I love that, and being the only reasonable coupe in this price range, makes me want to buy it when Im young before I need all the practicality Handling - Sure handles a lot better than the majority of commuter cars Power - Also has more power than basically any car of similar age, mileage and most importantly price Practicality - Dont care, I used to drive a very "practical" car with tons of space for luggage or passengers, ended up never using any of it. Comparison to TT - Ive heard from everyone that the TT drives boring compared to the RCZ, plus its even smaller inside the cockpit, making it less desirable for someone as tall as I am and its not even close to the same price for similar age and mileage. The TTs are way more expensive.
@kyemin5802
@kyemin5802 6 ай бұрын
@@raidden-1583 Doesn't ride better than your regular daily?! Just by this I know you never had one. From a guy who had a "regular daily" and now regular daily drives an RCZ, I can say, for a fact, it drives a hell lot better than any regular daily. And I used to have a BMW 318 Cabrio with rear drive and I firmly say that the RCZ is a lot more fun to drive than the 318. Every inch is yours on the RCZ, the response is amazing, you could drive it on top of a railroad and it wouldn't budge. You can corner at 120 km/h on a 60 km/h and the tyres won't even scream, so well balanced this car is. As for the TT, I would smoke them on the road but I'm sorry to say that my RCZ doesn't smoke or even loses an inch of oil, so as you can see, bad news travel fast and you only hear about those RCZ that are not cared properly, because if you do take care of it, it's as reliable, or more, than any other car out there. Envy is a bitch, and RCZ's attract lot of it, that's for sure. And I was already pretty cool before the RCZ so even that theory is flawed. :P
@MrDjapsy
@MrDjapsy 7 ай бұрын
I own one of these, it's still good looking car, very fun to drive and have character compared to most others cars today
@Alex-tc1eg
@Alex-tc1eg 3 ай бұрын
This car is absolutely magnificent, even 15 years after its release, it hasn't aged a bit, it's not Mr. Everyman's car, and that's what makes it so unique. Cars of its generation have become horrible over time, whereas the RCZ has improved with age, like an excellent wine. In fact, I find it even more beautiful than many horribly expensive luxury cars. It's actually no longer surprising to come across a nice Audi TT or even a Porsche, but not the RCZ. I don't say I don't like Audi TT and Porsche, but the RCZ, with its unique beauty and rarity, everyone looks at you with curiosity and wonder. Just love it so much ! :)
@preciousagulefo899
@preciousagulefo899 25 күн бұрын
I’m thinking of buying this as my first car in the UK. Would you advise I go on with it, based on your experience?
@Alex-tc1eg
@Alex-tc1eg 25 күн бұрын
@@preciousagulefo899 Definitely recommand to go on with it, a friend bought it as a first car also and he's happy. Mine is 200h, perfect
@preciousagulefo899
@preciousagulefo899 20 күн бұрын
@@Alex-tc1eg thanks
@daweigo6851
@daweigo6851 7 ай бұрын
Redriven in the most heart breaking channel, all the cars we want are no buy 😅😅😅
@jamier7073
@jamier7073 4 ай бұрын
As long as it is not an EV buy any care that rocks your boat and gets the heart pumping
@jamier7073
@jamier7073 4 ай бұрын
The comments about the interior and nonsensical. I am 6ft tall and have big feet but not experienced any of his complaints. As to illuminated controls. You dont need distractions. As to aging. I get asked if my 2012 is a year or two old and people are shocked to hear it is 12 years old. This is a driving car, very comfortable and when I am driving home from the big city I just want to keep going.
@Batman-wv5ng
@Batman-wv5ng 7 ай бұрын
Looks much nicer then Audi TT.
@zermati
@zermati 6 ай бұрын
The late model tts don't look bad imo but the RCZ is something else
@hellouser5498
@hellouser5498 7 ай бұрын
I rented brand new one in Europe, it was 2.0 diesel manual. 230km/h on autobahn with no probs. I lliked it, nice car, lot of power and quite responsive. Not sure what is like to own it
@VooRst90
@VooRst90 7 ай бұрын
"enormous feet" *sly lool to camera* thought we'd miss it but we didn't!
@julesmarwell8023
@julesmarwell8023 7 ай бұрын
mate of mine has two of these. loves em. It's French you either love it or hate it. Just fix it and ENJOY IT> don't break that Rear windscreen.
@knutarneaakra6013
@knutarneaakra6013 7 ай бұрын
For real this was a lot of ignorant noncense. Being a rcz owner for 10 years now(200 hp remapped to 240) i never had any of this issues. I had lotus elise mercedes matra murena citroen c6 and a lot of other brands. My little puggy has been a real fun faithful car. Pedal problems is becourse you folks are driving on the wrong side of the road,sorry for that.😢😊
@kristoffer3000
@kristoffer3000 7 ай бұрын
Honestly, forget the RCZ and just buy an F20 1-series with the 1.6 petrol, basically the same engine but without the vast majority of the problems, they're actually reliable in BMW's. RWD, fantastic ergonomics, great chassis, amazing auto box if you're into that, actual usable space and great reliability. Also at least here in Norway the BMW is cheaper. A simple remap and you can go from 100hp in a 114i to 220hp since it's the same engine as a 116i, 118i and like 1 year of 120i, only difference is lacking an oil cooler and a half inch smaller downpipe in the 114 and 116i's.
@sjm.photos
@sjm.photos 7 ай бұрын
And the fact its a common and shit looking 1 series 😂
@DiscoFang
@DiscoFang 7 ай бұрын
You'd have to be a little crazy to choose the N13 engine over the B38 or B48 in the 1-series. An absolute certifiable loon.
@kristoffer3000
@kristoffer3000 7 ай бұрын
@@DiscoFang Except for the fact that the N13 is cheaper, makes more power stock, remaps to about 50hp higher than the b38 and is smoother than the 3 cylinder. Guess I must be crazy. lol
@kristoffer3000
@kristoffer3000 7 ай бұрын
@@sjm.photos It being common isn't a bad thing and the looks have grown on me and there are lots of little things you can do to make it look a lot nicer, when I got mine it looked like absolute shit but after replacing the kidneys, painting some trim pieces and replacing the mirror caps (gloss black, I'm not a fake carbon ricer) it looks really nice
@DiscoFang
@DiscoFang 7 ай бұрын
@@kristoffer3000You certainly are in crazyland. The N13 engine is known for failed timing chain guides and chain. The turbo intake hose, PCB pipe, diverter valve, vacuum solenoid are known failure points. If you push these delicate little 1600s to more than 200hp your dreamland will quickly become grounded in reality. Cheap is not cheap. Fact is the B48 can easily see 220hp with no mods. Getting up to 300hp reliably. No amount of self-talk will make the N13 a rationally viable used buy at this age.
@subirsoornack2296
@subirsoornack2296 4 ай бұрын
I had my petrol car for 10 years 40k , last serviced was 6 years ago. I just top up the oil and water, fitted new tyres and brakes it runs beautifully and lovely to drive
@fabianchow512
@fabianchow512 7 ай бұрын
Being a fellow French car owner (C5), I suspect the cramped left side of the “drivers” well is simply due to the engineers not giving a s*** re ergonomics for right hand drive (fuse box taking up half the glove compartment, anyone?). Even though my C5 is automatic ie thankfully no clutch pedal to find room to exist, the left foot rest is so small it may as well have been a floor-based coin holder. Most Alfas I’ve driven have the same cramped right side well that was obviously focussed for passengers not drivers. On the 2.0Hdi - yeah it has fast wearing items like the engine and tranny mounts but like another commenter here I agree it actually has a very good (reliable) reputation.
@ruperthollandjkjk4387
@ruperthollandjkjk4387 7 ай бұрын
If you ever consider getting one, get a quote for a new rear window before you buy. Then ask how long it’ll take to get here from France.
@giggygiggy1393
@giggygiggy1393 7 ай бұрын
Always wondered that................be huge i reckon
@xkimopye
@xkimopye 7 ай бұрын
I’m sure rear windows do break, but I’ve never known anyone to break a rear window.
@tron3652
@tron3652 7 ай бұрын
Insurance would probably write off the vehicle.. The cost of that alone would be more than half the price of the car considering how badly they depreciate 🤣
@sjm.photos
@sjm.photos 7 ай бұрын
Owned the gt200 for 11.5 years love it. Mine doesnt rattle or knock. Done 104000 miles hard driving and remapped. What you dont get driving an audi tittie is anyone walk upto you randomly and ask wow what car us it its beautiful . The boot space is awesome though ive slept in the boot with seat down. No issues with pedals unless you are a clown 😂 brakes are mental on the gt200 and R , i have driving it so hard i was almost out of the seat the car if on michelin pilot sport 4s tyres it has so much grip its just silly. Also zero electric gremlins at all
@kyemin5802
@kyemin5802 6 ай бұрын
I have a GT200 and I confirm everything you say. ;)
@sjm.photos
@sjm.photos 6 ай бұрын
@@kyemin5802 nice , they are a special car even if the haters gonna hate they dont know what they are missing
@kyemin5802
@kyemin5802 6 ай бұрын
@@sjm.photos Absolutly! Beauty, performance, safety and quality well into luxury level. These guys don't have a clue. Take care of it and treat it with respect and it won't let you down. Best Peugeot ever made. And that's a lot! People have no clue what it means.
@sjm.photos
@sjm.photos 6 ай бұрын
@@kyemin5802 yep totally agree. just world full of haters id rather be driving something rare than just the usual common boring stuff. on my channel i do have a car playlist check it out
@steirerblut_
@steirerblut_ 6 ай бұрын
Ive bought my 2015 RCZ-R in 2018 for 22.000 Euros. Drove 65k km so far onto it without any electrical ghosts or engine problems. Timing chain service was done once for 400 Euros. Oil swaps I did myself yearly. The only other big cost measure was replacing the front brake discs and calibers (1000 euros for ferodo/godspeed parts). Ive only added steel brakelines, better brake fluids and some high treadwear tyres. But my god, thanks to the big brakes, diff and lightweight chassis, my little French Baguette is right up there with heavily modified Golf Rs, BMWs and even entry level Porsches on track days. Its a pretty rare car, even here in Austria, but also something to be proud of to be built locally. 🇦🇹 The next best thing from an Austrian perspective would be that mk5 Supra (also built at Magna Graz)
@stevecoombe1467
@stevecoombe1467 7 ай бұрын
I am an owner of a long list of Peugeots. I currently own an RCZ R. Adam's comments about ergonomics are valid and 2014 tech is pretty much outdated now, but to sit in the thing and go for a punt on the right road and all is forgiven. As to reliability, it is just a machine. All machinery of every type needs meticulous maintenance and the preparedness to fix little issues before they become big ones. Driving style is also key to longevity. No car puts up with continued abuse. The garage has three of these 1.6 litre engines that have put on a collective 120,000km without any mechanical issues. Lucky? Or careful?
@wu34655
@wu34655 7 ай бұрын
I have Rcz hdi,never had any problems. The guy is a litlle full of shit,what abouth audi TT engine that has chain and it is a shity engine as well,what abouth electicity,rear light have a problem,wires can go in flames,and car as well,i had a frend that had a TT mark 2 and his car has gone to flames because of that,but god forbid,if you say something wront abouth german junks. Firs of all german cars are left in the past in the 90th,today qality and then,sky and earth,i have detailed many cars,from ferrari to G class mercedea with 800hp,to all kind of peugeot vw,bmw,so i know what am talking about. Lik i said i have an Rcz and dont have any problem with hm,just regular maitenance,if you treat a car like it is crap,it will be.
@TheWretchedWorld
@TheWretchedWorld 7 ай бұрын
120,000 km isn’t much to write home about
@alanm3023
@alanm3023 7 ай бұрын
I have always wanted one as I think the design is great .. yes I understand not to everyone’s taste ! .. thanks guys for the review very helpful info as always. Big fan of yours Legends !
@roadhouseguy
@roadhouseguy 7 ай бұрын
Would love to see a road test on the RCZ R
@mvnorsel6354
@mvnorsel6354 7 ай бұрын
Jim working overtime on this one.😅 A starring role.
@higinofonseca780
@higinofonseca780 2 ай бұрын
Had one for 6 years. Never skipped a beat asside from HPFP fail just when I bought it. It was a remaped 200hp to 230hp and was good as any bmw as I can remember in terms of reliability. Just service it regularly and its all good. Also chicks loved it.
@NeedsmoreCowbell72
@NeedsmoreCowbell72 7 ай бұрын
No I wouldn't buy the RCZ, I'd buy it's predecessor that is much better, the 406 Coupe V6 manual.
@mclouj
@mclouj 7 ай бұрын
One of the most beautiful 90s coupes courtesy of Pininfarina! Agreed a manual V6 would be awesome.
@mattdebyl8806
@mattdebyl8806 7 ай бұрын
I mean, if you really had to have a French car. And I agree, those are absolutely lovely looking things. But an Alfa GT or GTV with Busso V6 is just better.
@mclouj
@mclouj 7 ай бұрын
@@mattdebyl8806 yeh can't argue with anything sporting a Busso - that's one of the nicest looking / sounding engines ever... I would be tempted by a 147 GTA.
@rotarpowered6665
@rotarpowered6665 7 ай бұрын
Its the kind of 2 steps forward and a million steps back car
@IngenieurAerospatia
@IngenieurAerospatia 7 ай бұрын
Pugs is either love it or hate it. I love mine but boy does servicing it suck.
@decky9995
@decky9995 7 ай бұрын
Normal oil consumption based on Peugeot is 1L per 1600 km! HPFP $1000 without install. Timing chain tensioner washer $20 - installation $1000. Front shocks and shock mounts rattle ....etc etc
@TrollHammar-hl3js
@TrollHammar-hl3js 27 күн бұрын
I own a facelift 2.0 Diesel. Brilliant car - never had any major issues with 140k kilometers on the odd
@terryjohnsen1689
@terryjohnsen1689 7 ай бұрын
Remember the action scene in the movie Minority Report report where the police chase Tom Cruise through the automated car factory and Tom drives off the production line in the car that was literally built around him. The RCZ reminds me of that car. Just like in the movie the ultimate escape machine.
@andyh5666
@andyh5666 7 ай бұрын
Nice Mk8 Fiesta St in the garage.
@calibrazxr750
@calibrazxr750 7 ай бұрын
I currently have a 2011 200bhp version. Most of what he tells us isn't true from my perspective. The seating position is fine and since my body bends at the waste, I have no issues reaching everything that I need to. The ride is a bit harsh over poorly maintained roads, but is generally okay over the majority of everyday journeys. Yes, things go wrong, but I have repaired the vast majority of the problems myself. They are reasonably easy to work on and parts aren't that expensive. The interiors are indeed excellent and do wear very well, it is just a very nice place to be. Okay, maybe the TT is a better car, but they are everywhere and partly due to that, as well as the overall styling, to me they don't look as special. The diesel is better suited as an every day car, but who really wants a car that looks like this and sounds like a piece of farm machinery. Mine is just a toy, for weekends and sunny days off, although my wife does use it regularly. I think they are great, but I haven't had the issues that have dogged others.
@johnknight9150
@johnknight9150 7 ай бұрын
I've sat in those back seats, and even with the driver's seat forward, they're not just uncomfortable, they're alarmingly uncomfortable. You have no idea... it's almost as though they were deliberately designed to be horrendous. And maybe they were. Maybe they were forced to have them, so the designers curved the back at the world's worst possible angle and made sure there was no room?
@Thoanga
@Thoanga 7 ай бұрын
Man, i love this channel!!🤣
@tonycanning8518
@tonycanning8518 7 ай бұрын
The styling immediately reminded me of the Karman Gear and the Karman Gear is gorgeous !!!.
@lopinative5708
@lopinative5708 7 ай бұрын
been waiting for you to review it
@EliasAnto
@EliasAnto 7 ай бұрын
As a MINI fan, can’t help but notice the R53 hoisted behind Jim.
@deaks25
@deaks25 6 ай бұрын
My brother had a facelifted GT spec here in the UK and he loved it. The facelift front end is gorgeous, although the pre-facelift is growing on me as it ages. He did have some mechanical issues but nothing too major and he put a lot of miles on it so I suspect that a few were just mileage-related. I'm willing to be that if this had a VW/Audi or BMW/MINI badge on it then it would have been a smash hit, but because it 'only' had a Peugeot badge on it, everyone assumed it was crap, which is a shame, because these are a really interesting and unusual car. I think these will become classics in the future once Audi TT's have become expensive classics.
@erroldjemal8808
@erroldjemal8808 4 ай бұрын
Had a petrol one and nothing but trouble. Sold to a dealer who told me it cost him 3k to get it right. Still had trouble after that and checked number plate and it’s now off the road.
@azer9237
@azer9237 5 ай бұрын
So I have the 207 GTI with the 175THP engine. Between the previous owner, who redid the chain, got new pistons and installed a wastegate, and myself who has had it tuned and done a lot of body maintenance, it seems that if you get the timing chain from the 08 models they seem to be OK. For some reason, this year produced different ones that seemed to be pretty solid. Change out the oil every 3k (5 max) and keep it topped up with around 300ml every 1k, and you have a fun little street legal go kart that is extremely tuneable, loves to rev to hell and for the size of the car, is actually pretty damn fast due to the insane amounts of low end torque. Done right, long term they're a solid choice for someone willing to put in the time and effort.
@roundlake96
@roundlake96 7 ай бұрын
Drove 900km and back to buy an RCZ. The drive home in it was magic and I really loved that car. Sadly for the 8 months I owned it it was in the shop for just shy of 6 months and in the end returned to the car dealer. The car I had used the BMW made 1.6 turbo with 200bhp and while great when it worked mine sadly sufferd form being clugged and thus cracked the engine block making it spary oil while running. So yeah after months of forth and back to the dealer and then swaping engine I just gave up :( Atleast I didt have to pay for it all :D Would love to another one if it was not form the stress I sufferd form the last one. Ah well my Corsa OPC is a fine car to have instead.
@stringy42
@stringy42 4 ай бұрын
Had one. The only things that went wrong was the bit off BMW. The engine was out the mini. Saying that lots was done out of warranty for free or labour only.
@mariomolnar3184
@mariomolnar3184 Ай бұрын
I love the blue cheesse comparison haha
@IIMurphaII
@IIMurphaII 7 ай бұрын
Great video - love the format! Having lived with a couple of EP6 powered vehicles, I've learnt how to perform most fixes myself - camshafts (upgraded), turbo and oil lines, timing chain and tensioner, thermostat housing, water pumps (both), cleaning valves, and so on. This is the only economical way to keep the vehicles on the road. As parts are somewhat getting harder to find/more expensive (at least for earlier versions), learn to cross-shop between other makes and models with the engine; Mini Cooper S with N14/N18 and many Citroen/Peugeot models within the past 15 years. Be mindful of the small differences and iterations between each. Some components can even be retrofitted to older engines to improve reliability or overcome cost/scarcity of parts. To be honest, if the cars weren't so fun to drive, I would never have put up with them this long! As said in the video, not every example suffers from all the issues, so don't let that scare anyone away from them. Regular oil and filter changes (I do every 5000km) is the best insurance against the most serious issues. De-carboning the intake valves the other.
@vladislavfeldman6562
@vladislavfeldman6562 6 ай бұрын
What do you use to de carbonize the intake valves and ay what milage to do it.
@DADDA
@DADDA 7 ай бұрын
To answer the "If you dont buy this or that, what will you buy instead?" question: Currently on the fence about the RCZ with the diesel engine and my alternative is Mazda 6 or Mazda 3. Quite a different car, but when handling and excitement for cheap is the priority, these RCZ and Mazda seem to be the best options.
@gavinwilliams1687
@gavinwilliams1687 5 ай бұрын
I had one for years,diesel,it never put a foot wrong 👍🏻
@0990ftn
@0990ftn 6 ай бұрын
I think the biggest problem with used Peugeot/Citröen right now is Stellantis keep killing off parts from 10+ years old models. 2 of my friends had to scrap their cars ( C5 and DS3) because Stellantis stopped making ECU.
@damilolaakanni
@damilolaakanni 7 ай бұрын
I grew up around Peugeot cars (two 504 wagons and 2 406 sedans), and they were pretty reliable. Although the last 406 key kept breaking every so often. BTW, they all had manual transmissions, the automatics are known to be problematic. They were not as reliable as our Toyotas and Hondas though.
@MattyDienhoff
@MattyDienhoff 7 ай бұрын
hahaha I love this review so much. From the humour throughout to the complete clarity of its many drawbacks (and yet, that odd appeal)... I also *love* the way these look, but I don't think I could justify buying one because of the engines. While the diesel is okay, "diesel" and "sports coupe" just seem like such odd bedfellows to me. What would I buy instead? Tough question. *Maybe* a 5-cyl turbo Volvo C30, with a manual transmission. Those are incredibly rare and are more of a 3dr hot hatch than a true coupe, but with their P1800-evoking styling, they're the closest thing my mind jumps to from this.
@noegthezemeraldghostie6287
@noegthezemeraldghostie6287 7 ай бұрын
"If you wouldn't buy that, or this, what would you buy instead?" Toyota 86, nuff said
@mattdebyl8806
@mattdebyl8806 7 ай бұрын
MX5 over either. Without question.
@MiraSubieGirl
@MiraSubieGirl 7 ай бұрын
I came from a Megane RS Trophy, and currently have a lifted 200kw atw Forester. Wanted a daily with plenty of grunt, or a great driving experience... Was between one of these, Lexus IS350 F sport... or a 3.6R Subaru outback and I splurge past my budget of 16k aud. (im a mechanic ill always buy the cheaper ones) Got the F Sport... Lexus/Toyota hard to beat in Australia. Not regretting it.
@davidpliskin1137
@davidpliskin1137 7 ай бұрын
Great video ReDriven team, I really didnt know what was coming next when you where going through the storage spaces😂😂
@SLOP_JOCKS
@SLOP_JOCKS Ай бұрын
10:05 cheeky little Tiburon 😜
@kinarrakid5036
@kinarrakid5036 7 ай бұрын
For the fans. And there's nothing wrong with that.
@hiduck228
@hiduck228 7 ай бұрын
I owned a manual 2011 200thp rcz as a daily for a couple years. When running it was a brilliant car. Handled amazingly and had just enough kick from the turbo. When it works the prince engine is a lot of fun. Unfortunately, i was probably only able to drive it for about half the time I owned it due to constant engine issues usually surrounding gaskets related to the turbo. Each issue was minor on its own, but they stacked up. Everytime Id drive it I would just end up worried something was going to break again. Getting parts in was not only an expensive but time-consuming endeavour. Recently sold it and bought a MY17 BRZ which is honestly a better car in almost every respect. The RCZ was definitely a more unique car though and got quite a lot of attention. A shame really
@richardeycken
@richardeycken 7 ай бұрын
Just buy an MX5 and enjoy driving….
@brycem0
@brycem0 7 ай бұрын
Not if your, over 6 foot 4" tall....😮
@ZacharyT94
@ZacharyT94 7 ай бұрын
@@brycem0Can vouch, I’m around 6’4 and I can’t fit into my mates MX-5 properly, although I fit slightly better in the driver seat than the passenger seat haha, but I’d much rather take my CX-5 out and about and enjoy the identity crisis on wheels
@mattdebyl8806
@mattdebyl8806 7 ай бұрын
@@brycem0there are things you can do to make them better for taller people. NC MX5s are vastly better.
@anthonychristian4807
@anthonychristian4807 7 ай бұрын
Battery management unit. Plastic rocker cover leaks oil. Fuel pump
@fayelouise7113
@fayelouise7113 Ай бұрын
Love mine never any issues the end 👍
@matthewnicholas6365
@matthewnicholas6365 4 ай бұрын
I've seen tonnes of these over the years and never once has it dawned on me that its just a stretched 308 If the video says this, i haven’t reached that point yet.
@DanielR-ug9sl
@DanielR-ug9sl 2 ай бұрын
Price is a large part of their value. They were only £20kish new here 40k AUD and are much much cheaper in the UK than the prices you quote. More than 50% cheaper, cheap to insure, cheap on fuel and being a 308 cheap to repair. There is no "sports car" that even comes close in daily running cost. The one you have for 20k aud, I could pick up for 6k aud here.
@1981ricardo
@1981ricardo 29 күн бұрын
I cant understand this mechanic speaking about the lots of problems with the engine... he should say its a petrol issue, the 2.0 HDI engine its one of the best and most reliable diesel engines.
@dhaninel7902
@dhaninel7902 7 ай бұрын
That’s a very long list of things that could go wrong. 😮
@hansfaber9174
@hansfaber9174 5 ай бұрын
Nothing wrong with my pedals. They are even on the right (left) side of the car 😊
@owenhughes2653
@owenhughes2653 7 ай бұрын
What I'm getting is get a low mileage diesel and service it religiously
@thedandy6765
@thedandy6765 6 ай бұрын
i think the pedal issue is cus the pedals are on the right cus otherwise the clutch is at the slanted part on which you rest your foot
@terllok6899
@terllok6899 6 ай бұрын
The problem with pedals is that your steering wheel is on the wrong side)))
@bluedunn374
@bluedunn374 7 ай бұрын
Unmistakable R53 in the air behind Jim in its usual state
@marcelk3847
@marcelk3847 6 ай бұрын
I dont know about the rcz. But i always liked the look. Just like the Alfa C4 if it just was not that expensive
@P_FamilyJAR
@P_FamilyJAR 7 ай бұрын
The storage section made me laugh with the croissants and French things 😂😂
@silv3rArrow
@silv3rArrow 7 ай бұрын
I remember about 10 years ago I drove a colleagues RCZ with the 1.6THp 200. It was fun, but there were 3 people in the back. Don't ask how they were at the end of the b road ahah
@liamegan4303
@liamegan4303 6 ай бұрын
Hi. I like this RCZ. it's very cool, but I haven't driven one at all. Great video bro 👍 👋👋🇨🇮
@douglasford4454
@douglasford4454 7 ай бұрын
Great review - a friend has one and it's been a total s*****r as far as reliability goes, but she still loves it, Would I have one? NO!
@stojadinsport
@stojadinsport 7 ай бұрын
Car looks like a million dollars (and I am not fun of this body shape) Only Altenzo tyres is one big minus. Ps. My mate had one and this generation of petrol engines(thp 1.6 and 1.4) are pice of crap(one Peugeot independet specialist told him: drive that crap to bmw - they made it) HDI is much better (not perfect) but here in Europe much more common and easier to fix.
@TheMagicSauce
@TheMagicSauce 4 ай бұрын
Very helpful video! Thanks, Thinking of getting one for my wife as she finds my Abarth a bit "too aggressive".
@johannescoetzee1032
@johannescoetzee1032 6 ай бұрын
I have a bmw that has the 220hp tuned N13 engine in. Luckily none of these have crept up yet, but still a pretty fresh motor (50k km)
@nerothos
@nerothos 3 ай бұрын
Well, I do have the world's longest arms and am built like an orangutang so no wonder this car feels perfect for me in terms of ergonomics 😂 As far as driving feel goes, nothing else I've tried in this price range comes anywhere close. For driving on country back roads it feels absolutely amazing in terms of steering feel, brakes and stability. The 200bhp model feels plenty powerful. I will say I've had a bunch of small maintenance issues that have required servicing, and that has by far been the most frustrating part of owning this car. Quite unfortunate.
@Commentator541
@Commentator541 6 ай бұрын
Looking very hot, and the car was there as well.
@tron3652
@tron3652 7 ай бұрын
I agree about the rattle in dash.. Experienced this in my mates car
@omnitraveller
@omnitraveller 6 ай бұрын
3:10 That nose is supposed to remind you of an F1 car from the time. Mercedes did something similar with the 2nd gen SLK
@msimomi
@msimomi 7 ай бұрын
Fuel claim is useless information and we can look it up on Google anyway, please give us the actual consumption you see on the computer like you were used to. Love your channel but why did you change this, it's become a pet peeve for me
@falloutboy1165
@falloutboy1165 7 ай бұрын
I remember working on one of these on a water leak and the water pump pipe along the back of the engine around to the thermostat housing was leaking and I have never wanted to use a petrol can on a car more in my life
@vladislavfeldman6562
@vladislavfeldman6562 7 ай бұрын
I am about to start changing the whole cooling system, I have done the water pump previously, Did you get to the pipe along the back from the bottom or the top? Looks like a full week of work, but she just keeps leaking 700 ml per hour of driving, now from the thermostat.
@falloutboy1165
@falloutboy1165 7 ай бұрын
As far as I remember you could get it from the passager side of the car with extension bars the biggest problem was getting the seal to sit in right and seal and yeah the water leaks in them are really bad
@JediToad11
@JediToad11 7 ай бұрын
Nice vid bro. Perhaps in the next video can you do the review topless please. And some crocs
@HalilEker-j3k
@HalilEker-j3k 7 ай бұрын
I'd rather buy an Peugeot 308cc (cabrio-coupe) personally a convertible fan myself i had a Peugeot 307cc for couple of months an it was absolutely amazing... İ have a bmw 116i now but other than the build quality everything was better at Peugeot 307cc especially the steering feel.
@orsingaorsinga
@orsingaorsinga 6 ай бұрын
no one mention that REAR WINDOW GLASS? That is one of the most expensive piece of glass in the entire automobile history! It will cost one leg and one arm to replace, literaly.
@NZBRG1
@NZBRG1 7 ай бұрын
These are cheap in N.Z. - $8k to 12k. Like the looks.
@omnitraveller
@omnitraveller 6 ай бұрын
One of the most amazing looking budget cars, but the engine also put me off
@tahustvedt
@tahustvedt 6 ай бұрын
I thought it was mid engined. When I saw it was front engine front wheel drive I just couldn't help but wonder what the point of this car is.
@ruimigueln
@ruimigueln 7 ай бұрын
Also we cant take a mechanic that says Peugeot Citroen BMW. Get your facts right its enough to see your not up to scratch and can say silly things> Peugeot owns Citroen . So its joint venture with BMW and Peugeot . Once the block was created they went there own way. Peugeot fixed the issues BMW didnt .
@thatfordescortguy
@thatfordescortguy 7 ай бұрын
Perhaps he was pointing that out for the viewers who aren’t as knowledgeable as you. The vast majority of people generally aren’t aware how incestuous the automotive industry is.
@Takeitlightly6
@Takeitlightly6 7 ай бұрын
Plenty of french jokes in the interior. I noticed the elbow going to war with arm rest even before he said anything… Its good looking and when new, it would have been ideal girls car. They dont care if its fwd, diesel…holds the shopping bags because her salary allows her too. Plus some money for mechanic every few weeks because its french, auto electricians especially.
@shanetrain8045
@shanetrain8045 7 ай бұрын
You missed the most important detail. How much to replace the rear glass!!
@lloyd9819
@lloyd9819 6 ай бұрын
I'm new here....who is this dude? He's hilarious! 🤣 SUBSCRIBED!!!
@ReDriven
@ReDriven 6 ай бұрын
Welcome aboard!
@JNDK
@JNDK 7 ай бұрын
Did you try to move the armrest up and forwards? Because you can do that to get your arm into a better position for changing gears.
@oogappeltjie3
@oogappeltjie3 7 ай бұрын
This vs JCW coupe. Would be an interesting comparison
@johanboshoff5554
@johanboshoff5554 7 ай бұрын
From what I understand these engines are very reliable.
@vladislavfeldman6562
@vladislavfeldman6562 7 ай бұрын
Only if you change the oil and filter every 7,500 km and top up engine oil every 2,000km (about a pint). The Prince engine EP6 (BMW X1, X2, MINI and some citroens) is good for only about 200,000 km maybe more highway driven. The diesels are very reliable and can go for over 400,000 km.
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