1987 Peugeot 205 GTi review from UK and Ireland
"Run away as fast as you can. I am serious"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Electrical system was a law unto itself.
Driver's door window wound itself down every time I went over a bump.
Glovebox catch snapped off.
Alternator.
Starter motor.
Fuel pump regulator.
Driveshafts.
Headlights.
Seats.
Fuel gauge.
Speedo.
Tacho.
Gearbox.
All the above were cream crackered after 80k.
General comments?
Went like stink... when it went.
It spent more time at the Peugeot dealer than on the road and they never knew what was wrong with it, but made sure they charged me plenty to fix the wrong bits. I am loathed to say much more about it.
In fairness I've rarely seen anything go round corners quite like it and it did have more than its fair share of power, but the electrics just weren't sturdy enough to cope and in the end, what with the dismal fuel economy, it cost more to run than a Sherman tank so I cut my (considerable) losses and waved goodbye.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1999 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 1 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 1 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 0 miles |
| Previous car | Vauxhall Cavalier |
| Date of Entry | 24th November, 2000 |