1986 Peugeot 205 GT review from UK and Ireland
"Insurance friendly GTI worrier"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Brake servo needed replacing, difficult to pin-point as a fault.
Split return pipe, probably caused by over-revving (oops!).
Tatty seats, leaking aerial mount.
General comments?
Spirited performance for insurance friendly non-GTI. Not very keen below 3,000 rpm - but will pick up fast. Will go to 8,000 if you're willing to hang on.
Steering can be heavy at low speeds, but direct for corner chuckability.
Keen to wheelspin in the wet.
Twin Webbers need looking after, doesn't use a drop of oil or coolant between services. Fuel economy not great though.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.4 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
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| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 110000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 122500 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Polo |
| Date of Entry | 9th December, 2000 |