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Ferdinand Holtvluwer swears by a 309. As a child he enjoyed a 305 and a 405 in the back seat. He is now behind the wheel of a 309. A basic version and is very happy with it. He likes to share his passion for the 309 and explains why.<\/p>\n\n

How did your passion for Peugeot and in particular for the 309 come about? \n<\/strong><\/em>\u201cBefore I was born, my parents had been driving Peugeot for years. I really grew up in French cars and in particular a Peugeot 305 GR Break from 1986 and a Peugeot 405 GRX from 1995. We went on holiday every year in style. French cars just add to the holiday feeling for me.<\/p>\n\n

My first memory with a Peugeot is that I was allowed to steer on my brother’s lap in his 305. Furthermore, as a child I always found it very special that our 305 Break did not have a back seat but two separate seats! I have always remembered the comfort, the smell, the space and the elegant design of the Peugeots from my youth. The angry looking headlights of many Peugeot models and the chrome window frames have always fascinated me. It was therefore no surprise that my first car had to be a Peugeot.<\/p>\n\n

The 309 has always appealed to me. The model is slightly different and in my opinion also more beautiful than a 205. The 309 is still a neglected child. Many people find the design of the 309 boring, but I think it is a very beautifully designed car. The 309 is rare, special and a little bit different. A unique model and a joy to own. \u201d<\/p>\n\n

How did you find this 309? \n<\/strong><\/em>\u201cI came across my 309 online at Autoscout in early 2018. It is a 309 GL Profil 1.4i from April 1992. This model is a phase II model, distinguishable from a phase I by the grille, the taillights and the trunk. When purchased, there were 117,000 kilometers on the clock, two years later this increased to 135,000 kilometers. The layer “base” over this car really appealed to me. I often find a basic version more special than a top version, in the case of the 309 a GTI. Also very nice, but I personally don’t like it that much.<\/p>\n\n

The car is originally from Belgium and was imported to the Netherlands in 2016. I do not know to what extent the Belgian GL Profil version differs from the Dutch version. My 309 is in any case equipped with a normal carburettor – with choke and no catalytic converter. This has its advantages and disadvantages, but at least adds something to the exclusivity and charm of the car. \u201d<\/p>\n\n

What appeals to you the most? \n<\/em><\/strong>\u201cThe combination of smooth and comfortable driving. The 309 accelerates smoothly and can easily keep up with traffic. It drives nice and quiet, shifts very pleasant and the seats are great. My oldest nephew thinks it is a wonderful chair to “chill” in. Driving a 309 is really no punishment!<\/p>\n\n

The beauty of the Peugeots from that period is that they are elegant in their discreetness. Every version is beautiful, whether you have a cheap or an expensive model, it does not matter. The design remains beautiful. In addition, I find Peugeots from that period real cars. No more 1970s looks, but real solid cars with comfort and driving characteristics that no other brand can match.<\/p>\n\n

Personally I also like the interiors of Peugeots from this period. In particular the amount of color combinations in the 80s, the 305 chrome door handles, the lovely chairs and the unmistakable scent in my 309 when it has been out in the sun! \u201d<\/p>\n\n