1991 Peugeot 205 GTi review from UK and Ireland
"As good as S*X"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Supplementary Air device ceased to function.
Passenger seat loose.
Rear suspension mounting rubbers perished.
Wheels poorly balanced.
Brake calipers seized.
Rear wheel bearings rusted to shaft.
Drivers seat bolster collapsed.
Anti roll bar drop links replaced.
Exhaust and other consumables replaced.
Oil filler cap fractured.
Heater matrix leaks.
Radiator Leaks.
0.5 Litres of oil per 500 miles.
Water leaks into passenger floor are.
Doors dropped on Latches.
Rear hatch seal collapsed.
Air filter housing straps broken.
Exhaust Manifold cracked.
General comments?
I wish I had bought one years ago - I could never afford one, then when I could, I bought what I thought were better cars, they weren't. Bought this one on a whim and although it had plenty to keep me busy for a while its the most fun car I have owned.
Handles superbly.
Still feels Quick and tight now minor niggles sorted.
Easy and cheap to maintain with good parts availability.
10 Minutes with screwdriver sorts most rattles and aperture leaks.
If you drive to work on a small road buy one and smile.
This car is a classic. Please make another one peugeot.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1991 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
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| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 88000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 101000 miles |
| Previous car | Fiat Coupe |
| Date of Entry | 23rd December, 2003 |