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KEY FACTS

- Highly original, ‘time warp’ example of the era-defining 1980s hot hatchback, in the enthusiast-preferred ‘non-sunroof, non-PAS’ configuration.

- Powered by a naturally aspirated 1.9-litre inline-four, which sends around 128bhp to the front wheels via an engaging five-speed manual transmission.

- First registered in August 1988, this Peugeot 205 GTI has had six private keepers to date,

- The odometer displays just 25,305 miles fromnew.

- This 205 has a full service history with a major service in October 2023 at 25,305 miles.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

- This ‘Phase 1.5’ 205 GTI is finished in Alpine White offset by the model’s signature black trims with red stripes, over a part-leather interior with dark grey leather bolsters and headrests, with two-tone ‘Quattro’ cloth seat centres divided by red stripes. The colour scheme is tied together by red carpets, a black dashboard, and red-striped, black vinyl-trimmed door cards.

- The car rides on the correct set of 15-inch Speedline ‘SL299’ alloy wheels, shod in Pirelli tyres.

- Equipment includes electric front windows, a period-correct Phillips radio cassette player, a heated rear screen with wiper, and heating and ventilation controls.

- This 205 GTI will be accompanied by the original tool kit.

CONDITION

- Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.

- The paint is excellent and shows little to no damage, while inside, the interior is all original and the seats are in excellent condition and in keeping with a vehicle with such minimal mileage.

- The car’s last MOT test was conducted on 25 October 2023 at 25,305 miles.

SERVICE HISTORY

- This 205 GTI comes with the following items Complete original pouch accompanied by handbooks, a fully stamped service book, a collection of MOT certificates, and previous owner correspondents.

- The latest service was carried out in October 2023 at 25,305 miles. The work comprised an engine oil and filter change, along with the replacement of the brake fluid, and an MOT inspection.

DATES AND MILEAGES:

- Rodley & Moss, Isle of Man on 17/06/1989 at 3,000 miles

- Rodley & Moss, Isle of Man on 13/01/1991 at 6,000 miles

- Island Autogas Ltd, Isle of Man on 28/07/1993 at 9,000 miles

- Peugeot Eurocars, Isle of Man on 10/12/1997 at 12,725 miles

- A. J. Agencies, Isle of Man on 09/04/2002 at 15,249 miles (Cambelt Change)

- A. J. Agencies, Isle of Man on 02/07/2003 at 17790 miles

- Automec Ltd, Closter, Jersey on 23/07/2009 at 23,323 (Cambelt Change)

- NBA Sports Cars, Dunsfold Park on 25/11/2011 at 25110 miles (New Clutch)

- Loddon Motortec Ltd, Norfolk on 13/12/2016 at 25,269 miles

SUMMARY

This original unrestored ‘Phase 1.5’ 1988 Peugeot 205 GTI 1.9 is a particularly appealing, unmodified example of the engaging hot hatch hero, in enthusiast-friendly ‘non-sunroof, non-PAS’ configuration. Can only be described as being in ‘close to Concours condition’ and with only 25,305 miles on its odometer, this freshly serviced example would make a fine addition to any collection of landmark modern classics, and a head-turning weekend driver or car show companion.

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