I bought mouldy second-hand Peugeot for £500… I found ‘suspicious’ haul in the boot – here’s what to look for

A CAR enthusiast who bought a mouldy Peugeot for £500 revealed he found a suspicious item in its boot.

Motoring whizz and YouTuber Matt, purchased the car to show his viewers what remained of the 207CC diesel Peugeot.

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In the video, he explained that the car had done around 130,000 miles but its last MOT was in 2021.

Unfortunately for Matt, this meant he couldn't test drive it on the roads.

Despite buying the motor for £500 the average market price for this vehicle is around £2,500.

Matt admitted that it could be worth spending money on the motor to sell it back on the market.

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The Peugeot had mould everywhere and it became clear it had been "parked up for a very long time".

"Oof I just got a whiff of mould inside, lovely," he added.

The Peageuts chassis' exterior was in good condition and there wasn't any apparent damage.

However, when he hopped in he noticed how bad the mould was.

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"Mould everywhere.

"On the roof, all over the valence - oh dear."

The YouTuber found a lot of clutter in the car including a makeshift phone holder made using wood.

There were strange wires and bizarre objects which Matt nor his viewers could identify.

A handbrake and gearstick lock which prevents people from stealing the car was also found in the cheap Peugeot.

Matt jokingly pointed out it was completely wasted on a car like this as not many people would want to steal it.

After jumpstarting the car, he looked in the boot to see what other random bits and pieces he could find.

However, even the motor expert was stunned at what found.

"What have we got here?

"Genuinely wasn't expecting that."

'CRIME SCENE'

In the boot of the £500 Peageut was a soiled blanket, a dehumidifier and other strange items that looked like they belonged to a "crime scene".

"Looks a bit suspicious."

He added: "This may or may not have been owned by somebody that was into kidnappings."

Luckily for Matt, this Peageut was a convertible and he easily got rid of his mouldy roof problem.

Once he'd started driving it around it was clear that it would not pass an MOT.

The car's exhaust was "hanging by a thread" and had cracked springs in the suspension.

Matt decided to scrap the Peageut and sold it for £210 which meant that he lost £290.

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Car Auctions: How To Nab A Bargain

Car auctions are a way to sell vehicles based on a bidding system with the highest offer securing the deal.

Auctions aren't restricted to the rich and famous as thousands of cars are sold at motor auctions in the UK each week.

Here's what you need to know before attending an auction:

1. Be prepared: Do your research on the car you would like to purchase beforehand.
2. Check the car: Cars will usually be lined up before the start, so make sure to arrive early to inspect the desired car thoroughly.
3. Have a back-up: Be ready for disappointment as your desired motor may be sold to someone else and select a few back-ups.
4. Be realistic: Realise that there won't be a "perfect" car at an auction and adjust expectations accordingly.
5. Set a budget: It is easy to overspend in the heat of the moment during bidding. Ensure you have set a budget and do not go over it.

Key phrases to look out for:

• ‘No major mechanical faults’ – suggests that there shouldn't be any issues with the car's drivetrain, gearbox, suspension, or engine. 
• ‘Specified faults’ – the auctioneer will read out specific faults.
• ‘Sold as seen’ – the vehicle is sold with any problems it may have. The auction company will rarely entertain complaints regarding the mechanical or cosmetic condition of these vehicles after sale.
• ‘Sold with a warranted mileage’ - The car is being offered based on the report, which confirms the mileage through an independent check.