I looked into getting a used 308 turbo a few years ago. They were going for around 40k for a 3 year old, down from 120k new. While doing some research I discovered that it cost 3k to service and they are always breaking down.

Peugeot car are notoriously unreliable. Unless you have deep pockets and time to spend in the service centre, you'd better look elsewhere.

A 9 year old Mitsubishi isn't a great idea either.

You would be much better off finding something less glamorous and more reliable.

He wants a big lanci car for Proton money. We've all been there. Financially, it's madness but this is Malaysia. Your car is your status symbol and nobody wants Proton status.

As most car enthusiasts have found out to their cost, there is no such thing as a bargain car. Either you pay up front, in installments or for spare parts. Whatever way you shake it, you'll have to pay a lot of money to get from A to B.