Prices for Peugeot's stylish 206 supermini are now looking more attractive. A 25,000-mile 98S 1.1L three-door is around £5k at a Peugeot dealer. Independents offer even bigger bargains: a 99V 1.4 LX three-door with 20,000 miles is £5300 or a 24,000-mile 99T 1.4 GLX with air conditioning, electric windows and remote central locking for just £6k. Sporty 2.0 GTi models start at around £10,500 for a 99T.

Dealers are still quoting long waiting lists for the sought-after Coupe Convertible with its retractable hard top. We found a 9000-mile 01Y 2.0 SE for £12k at a Peugeot dealer (list was £15,995).