Lurk Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 Almost certainly going to get rid of the 205 as it's not getting much use now I have a Caterham again. Thought I'd advertise it here first before venturing onto Pistonheads. It's a 1988 1.6 Gti, sunroof, non-power assisted steering. Red, with pepper pot alloys. It has much less rust on it than most and is in good nick for its age. Update: Right, it's going to be Sold. Full advert below, on here for a week or two before going on Piston heads. 1988 Peugeot 205 Gti 1.6 £1,750 MOT until May, Tax until November 110k miles. Non- PAS, sun roof. Now I have a Caterham this just isn’t being used enough so will have to go. I’ve owned it for over 18 months and its been a cracking car. Car is in very good condition for its age with less rust than most and a very solid shell. On purchase I had the current corrective work carried out by 205 specialist: New top mounts and bearings New front disks and pads New clutch cable New spark plugs More recently it has had: New radiator hoses New motor for washer jet Minimal history prior to my purchase but car appears to have been well looked after, a very tidy original car. Interior is smart with very little wear (for a car of this age). Bad bits: - Paintwork is showing it’s age in some areas (see photos) - Some paintchips and scratches around the front of the car - Slight hole in the manifold (but it’s been like this for over a year and shows no sign of getting any worse) All in all a great car that will make someone very happy. Photos can be seen here which show the good bits and the bad bits. (taken on a rainy day – look even better after thorough clean and polish) _______________ Lurking in the background since 2001 Edited by - Lurk on 13 Feb 2011 19:47:17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike C. Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 I bought a 205 GTi last year -what a little gem 😬. Light, nippy, great engine and gearbox, delightfully reponsive chassis and sharp steering, still plenty quick enough for lots of fun, and practical enough as an everyday tintop. I was advised to get a 1.6 or a 1.9 (they each have their merits), non-abs, non-power steering, in as good/original/rust free condition as possible. Some say it's better without the sunroof, but most have it, and it's actually very good and easy to use. I made the mistake of buying one that was almost too nice (but nearer £3k), so I'm now a bit fussy about using it - hasn't been out this winter. But once spring arrives..... Highly recommended - even Clarkson thinks so Mad Manx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurk Posted February 5, 2011 Author Share Posted February 5, 2011 Yep, it's been a cracking little car (hence the hesitation about selling). There seem to be plenty of ropey sub £1k cars and quite a few £2.5k+ 'future classics' very hard to price those in the middle. It is tempting to spend some money on a general smarten up but I just don't think I'll use it enough. _______________ Lurking in the background since 2001 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drifter Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 I had one as an everyday car for 50k miles and it was stunning! Really want another but will be looking in a couple of years when i have somewhere to store it! The 1.6 is meant to be the better car so that's what i will be after next . Not too bothered about future classic status at this low price level-just use them! Caterham Superlight No.191 Honda Integra TypeR no. 5035 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LJV Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Keep it Lurk, I know the Caterham will be coming to Le Mans this year but you did want to take the GTi, so keep it & take that one year? Or you take the 7 & I will take the 205 on a trip to Nurburgring 😬 Always Looking forward to Le Mans! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miura Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I have had two, my firts one was my firts car, reaaly nice one bought from a good friend of my dad, I crashed it aged 19 the second one I bought at university after leaving a note on the windscreen as it looked in time wrapped condition.it was a one lady owner car 1985, absolutely perfect. I sold 4 or 5 years ago for the very reason you are selling : not using it enough because of the 7 but i now regret that decision so much, I got £1500 for it ... at the time I could do with the money ... if it's a good one and you don't need the cash, keep it, seriously ... Edited by - Miura on 6 Feb 2011 16:16:25 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LJV Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 agree with the above BH keep the Pug you have not done what you wanted to do in it yet ❗ Always Looking forward to Le Mans! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurk Posted February 9, 2011 Author Share Posted February 9, 2011 Thanks for the suggestions! After more thinking I've decided I will put it up for sale. Cars are made to be driven and I don't want it to deteriorate from lack of use and I want this to go to a good home. I'll dig out more info/photos on the weekend and post them here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irrotational Posted February 10, 2011 Share Posted February 10, 2011 going to give my chin a serious scratching...hmm.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LJV Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 Got a skin rash Irrotational Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irrotational Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 I will do by the end of it!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurk Posted February 13, 2011 Author Share Posted February 13, 2011 First post updated, it's officially for sale. ☹️ Hoping it goes to a good home.......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LJV Posted February 15, 2011 Share Posted February 15, 2011 have a BOING from me
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