1992 Peugeot 205 GRDT review from UK and Ireland
"Fantastic car, very fast when modified"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Both drive shafts needed replacing after CV gator decided to split.
Rear drum shoes replaced.
General comments?
This car is a fantastic little car.
The performance as standard is good, not great, but good for a 10 year old car.
However my 205 is not standard, a mongoose stainless steel 3.5" exhaust has been added, k&n induction kit added, and the turbo boost and fuel pump settings have been increased to 18 psi.
This now has the car running 127bhp and 230ib of torque, the car now does 0-60 mph in a genuine proved 8.02 seconds with wheel spin in both 1st and 2nd gear.
The car has been very reliable, never let me down except the gators, engine is smooth and the throttle response now is amazing after the modification.
Not only is it quicker than a 205 G T i now, but it is a lot more economical.
I would recommend a 205 to people, but you must look for a good one, they rust easily and if you buy a poor one it will fail you.
Great car.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1992 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 turbo diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
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| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 65000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 90300 miles |
| Previous car | peugeot 205 |
| Date of Entry | 22nd October, 2004 |