1990 PEUGEOT 205 GTI 1.9

KEY FACTS

• A highly original example of Peugeot’s iconic ‘90s modern classic hot hatch.
• Under the bonnet is a 1.9-litre inline-four, producing 126bhp, driving the front wheels through a five-speed manual gearbox.
• This ‘Phase 1.5’ model has been carefully looked-after by its current owner, being kept in a climate-controlled garage when not in use, fuelled exclusively with Super Unleaded, and driven only on dry days during spring, summer, and autumn.

 EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This 205 GTI was specified in Alpine White over a half-leather interior with black and red pattern cloth centre panels, and rides on its original 15-inch Speedline alloy wheels, shod with Michelin tyres.
• The specification includes a factory-fitted sunroof and electric front windows. The stereo has been upgraded to a more contemporary Pioneer CD player head unit.
• An uprated K&N air filter and aftermarket exhaust have been fitted.
• Included in the sale is the V5 registration certificate, some old MOT test certificates, and service history dating back to 2017, when the current owner purchased the vehicle.

CONDITION

• There is no known bodywork damage.
• The Alpine White paintwork is in good overall condition, with a few imperfections including minor bubbling on the offside rear arch, some slight peeling on one of the arch trims and the driver’s door handle trim, and a chip in the paintwork on the fuel cap.
• Moving inside, the original half-leather cabin is in presentable condition, with some light marks and surface ‘patina’ to the material, commensurate with the age and mileage, plus some loose stitching on the front passenger seat. The steering wheel also shows wear and marks from use.
• The car is reported to be in good working order, with no known mechanical or electrical faults.
• The most recent MOT test was in January 2021 at 127,473 miles, when the car registered a clean pass with no advisories. As the most recent years of MOT tests have been carried out in Northern Ireland, bidders should note that they are not sure on the Gov.uk look-up service.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The car was last serviced in October 2020 at 127,429 miles by Jack Kirk Garage in Belfast, who carried out an engine oil and filter change. They also replaced the centre exhaust and rear silencer.
• Prior to this, Jack Kirk Garage serviced the car in February 2019 at 126,908 miles, changing the oil and installing a new handbrake cable, nearside front wishbone arm, wiper blades and bulbs. In February 2018 at 126,558 miles, they performed an engine oil and filter change.
• Mere Green Service Station in Sutton Coldfield carried out a service in February 2017 at 125,501 miles which addressed an MOT fail list. This included repairs to the steering column mounting bracket, horn, various bulbs, anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust covers, and torsion bar attachment brackets.

Dates and mileage (recent maintenance):

• Oct 2020 – 127,429 miles – Jack Kirk Garage, Belfast
• Feb 2019 – 126,908 miles – Jack Kirk Garage, Belfast
• Feb 2018 – 126,558 miles – Jack Kirk Garage, Belfast
• Feb 2017 – 125,501 miles – Mere Green Service Station, Sutton Coldfield

SUMMARY

The Peugeot 205 GTI 1.9 is described as one of the best hot hatchbacks of all time, and is among the marque’s most celebrated models. A truly iconic vehicle throughout the 1980s and 1990s, considered one of the best-handling cars of its era, this highly original example would be a fun addition to a collection of modern classics as an entertaining B-road toy.

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