Introduction
Glyn Parry
The 205 GTi is a firecracker and set a new standard of chassis dynamics for the modern car.
Want to know an open secret? The Peugeot 205 GTi is a sure-fire investment. The demand for these cars have become something of a common thread in modern classic circles but there is a genuine appetite for original and unmolested examples. It's not hype, but fact.
Introduced in 1984, the Peugeot 205 was released to critical acclaim. Lauded for its communicative chassis, agility and excellent stylish packaging, the GTi versions were released from the get-go and quite literally changed the face of the brand. Interestingly the car success comes down to some low numbers. The 1.6-litre, sub-900kg weight and relatively low bhp went against the grain of power, but the 205 GTi talent lay in the sum of those parts. Orientated toward its lightweight poise, zingy engine and sharp steering, the 205 GTi is in its element in the hands of the enthusiast.
Importantly for a sporting car, its image has never dipped and there’s always been a firm market for the GTi. This very original example has been with its current owner for 7 years and has seen a fair amount of work to maintain its talent for agility. It has seen suspension and steering attention and offers evidence of a very solid chassis on a rather dent-free body. This 1990 115bhp facelift model benefits from better build quality, the plusher interior with tweed-trimmed ‘Monaco’ seats and a revised gearbox layout. The car is presented as a good example of a well enjoyed but fundamentally solid car.
This auction listing was written from information supplied by Glyn after meeting Stephen the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.
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DVLA says MOT expired over a year ago, is that right? No mention of cambelt having been done any time recently: can you confirm last change please? and what about the rear beam – any work done there?
What’s with the crazy guide price? £12-14k suggests a minty mint example, but this is clearly not that judging from the description, photos, high miles and absence of meaningful history. It’s a tempting project car but not worth anything like the guide. What’s going on @TradeClassics?
Hey Gruber we’ve set the guide to what we think this car is worth right now based on all the inputs we have.
Of course the reserve is lower as Stephen wants to sell…so you could bag yourself a bargain…but we’re all car nuts here and it’s not a ‘project’ car as you say… I know what one of those feels like! If you find me a ‘minty mint’ low mileage with all the history GTi for £12k then do let me know as I’ll snap that puppy right up (hear sounds trawling though classifieds) 🙂
I’ll let Stephen answer your other questions for you to make your mind up on the little car…. cheers Adam TC
Stephen is driving up north so has asked us to reply on his behalf – this is what he said, ” it will have a new MOT put on it once its sold (by his garage) the cambelt was done 400 miles ago and the rear was replaced during the resto in 2015″.
Thanks Adam – and Stephen – that’s really helpful.
You’re welcome 🙂
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Bedford
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