205 gti history book

From its 110hp beginnings, all the way up to todays news of a 241hp eighth generation golf gti. The 205 gti is quite possibly the most iconic of all hot hatches and is still a fast car in its own right. Sold similar required please call 01733 425140 an original, unmolested low owner, low mileage peugeot 205 1. Across 19891990, 1200 gtis were made in the then new colours of miami blue bright metallic blue and sorrento green a very dark pearlescent green. It seems by now thered be a decent book on the subject. So far, the closest peugeot has come to recapturing the magic of the 205 gti was the 306 gti6, launched in 1996. Learn history of cars from classic, exotic, used, new to prototype model cars. The essential buyers guide carefully charts the 205 gti models that an en. Included in the history file is a service book stamped 12 times, with the last major service being carried out. History of the peugeot 205 gti picture special autocar. Ive always had a thing for those pug 205 gtis even though my lust is irrationally based solely on the mythic aura of its reputation alone because ive never driven one, go figure, i just love hot hatches. The 205 model is a car manufactured by peugeot, with 3 doors and 5 seats, sold new from year 1986 to 1993, and available after that as a used car. In the end, gti has remained a staple of the vw brand, even though the. In 1983, peugeot launched the now ubiquitous 205, followed in 1984 by the muchloved 205 gti.

The small peugeot 205 gti hatch is regarded to be some of the best built during the 80s. The history of the peugeot 205 gti it all starts in 1983 when the standard 205 was launched. These are accompanied by a few old mots and a couple of invoices. Volkswagen may have started the gtimovement in 1976, but many still consider the peugeot 205 gti as the greatest of them all. Model history the 205 gti had everything when new sharp handling, light weight for added chuckability, and an unburstable engine that sings the more you rev it.

The peugeot 206 cc sometimes spelled as 206cc was formally launched at the paris motor show in september 2000 and was based on the peugeot twoohheart concept car, revealed two years before at the geneva motor show. The peugeot 205 gti was, and still is, a fullbore, goldmedalwinning legend. Red peugeot 205 cti gti convertible, new roof, leak free, 5 spoke. Peugeot 205 gti 10 used peugeot 205 gti cars mitula cars. Peugeot produced a number of limited edition 205 gti models over the cars life. The cti version of the peugeot 205 comes equipped with an electric folding roof allowing you to enjoy the roads topless when you feel like it. Volkswagens golf gti started the trend a dozen years ago and peugeot cannily carved out for itself a niche in a substrata, which hitherto did not exist, with its 205. The essential buyers guide carefully charts the 205 gti models that an enthusiast just has to drive and own, from the pioneering 1. The 205 was first available as a gti in 1984 the same year that the threedoor bodystyle debuted and was initially powered by a fuel injected 1. Combining a closeratio sixspeed box with a 167bhp 2.

With some previously unseen photographs, the book covers. Further images to followsummarythis is a stunning 205 gti. This particular example is the best that you can buy the upgraded mi16 with the engine from the 405 and giving this little 900kg hatchback 160bhp which is 50% more power than. The peugeot 205 gti, a vehicle that was produced between 1984 and 1993, has entered the history books as one of the hottest hot hatches of. The peugeot 205 is a supermini produced by the french manufacturer peugeot from 1983 to 1998. Peugeot 205 history 19831998 carwp jonathan machado. The cti version of the 205 was launched in 1985 and produced until 1992 and was offered in 2 engines 1580 cc and the glorious 1905 cc, as found in the gti version.

Minor spec changes to the gti, including softer suspension after complaints of an overly hard ride on early cars. Red, complete runner, make ideal gti reshell, non sunroof model car, also. This peugeot 205 gti buyers guide will give you all the information you need to know about. Bx and cx gti, peugeot 205 gti, and suzuki swift gti. In 1992, peugeot uk revealed a special limited edition of the 205 gti badged the 1fm to celebrate bbc radio 1s 25th birthday. This photograph originates from a press photo archive. The 205 went on to become the bestselling car in france of alltime and was also the mostexported french car ever. This car comes with its original book pack in the plastic wallet with all four books. Having a single peugeot 205 gti in the family wont cut it.

In this readable and engaging book, peugeot 205 gti enthusiast and published author matthew corrigan tells the inside story of one of the most successful cars. With 5passenger comfort and the cargo space of a midsize sedan, the new golf weighs almost 80 pounds less than its predecessor. The 205 gti was discontinued in 1994, by which time peugeot was. With technical specification details and a full production history from 19831999, peugeot 205 the complete story is an ideal resource for enthusiasts of the car that is now considered an automotive classic. Peak year for gti derivatives was 1988, taking over 20% of 205 uk sales. Peugeot 205 models and generations timeline, specs and. Its successes inspired the general public and 205 sales soared as a result, helping peugeot ride the economic storm. The peugeot 205 t16 won the parisdakar twice in the lates 1980s. A 205 of this age, assuming it was in original condition with low mileage under 60,000 miles would reach double this price nowadays. Only 300 models were made in sorrento green and aztec gold sometimes called mayfair beige. The 205 gtis service history file is vast and contains a selection of v5 documents, peugeot folder, original stamped peugeot service book with 1500 mile service stamp and peugeot main dealer stamps, owners handbook, a vast amount of mot certificates with accompanying sorn letters, clarion radio serial card, radio removal key, peugeot. Peugeot 205 gti gets modern tuning conversion autoevolution. The book also covers the rally versions of the car for peugeot talbot sport and its continuing success in amateur motorsport today as well as the cti cabriolet and special editions.

The 205 gti had everything when new sharp handling, light weight for added chuckability, and an unburstable engine that sings the more you rev it. The thirdgen golf gti was faster than its predecessor thanks to a 115hp 2. An original unmolested low owner, low mileage peugeot 205. Specifically trimmed for the sporty driver, the gti was available in two. Who is your fathers sports idol or your mothers rockstar in what town did grandpa grow up there is only one copy of each so each image is totally unique. Like the golf gti, renault 5 turbo and several other competitors, the peugeot 205 gti obtained cult status. Mention the peugeot 205 gti, and those of a particular age and disposition will immediately splutter out gushing superlatives and make lift. History of the origins of the first golf gti inception of the gti originated in 1973. This car comes with a good history folder containing the original service books and a good amount of invoices detailing the work carried out over the cars lifespan. Equipment door mounted mirrors, red inserts in bumper.

Free car consumer reports guide on buying peugeot 205 gti auto vehicle products and services, vin number, autocheck, kelley blue book and the history of peugeot 205 gti cars from classic, exotic, used, new to prototype model cars. A number of areas of the car have been zinc plated to keep corrosion at bay. It doesnt need contextualising with stuff about how good it was at the time, how far it. The history of the peugeot gti range it all started back in 1984 with the legendary hot hatch that was the peugeot 205 gti. Superbly illustrated with 270 previously unseen colour photographs. Supplied new by grove of rugby and first registered on 91989, this 1. The arrival of the 205 marked the start of peugeots success story in the small car market, and the rally version, the 205 turbo 16, won two world rally championship titles in 1985 and 1986. A definitive guide to the peugeot 205, the unassuming car that saved peugeot in the 1980s and went on to become a rallywinning legend. This is a car that every petrolhead should endeavour to own. This peugeot 205 gti just sold for a world record price. It also became a double world rally champion and won two parisdakar races. The car was an instant success and it would go on to turn the french car companys fortunes around, selling well over 5 million units during its 15year production run.

Based on the history we estimate this lovely gti has been on the road for only. The gentry was a limited edition 205, although arguably not a gti model at all, as it used the track control arm front suspension of the regular 205 rather than the gtis wishbone design and a detuned 105 bhp 78 kw. Free car consumer reports guide on buying peugeot 205 gti auto vehicle products and services, vin number, carfax, kelley blue book and the history of peugeot 205 gti cars from classic, exotic, used, new to prototype model cars. Drawing on his personal experience of driving a renovated peugeot 205 gti, matthew corrigan also provides advice on restoration, parts, usedcar values and other. In this readable and engaging book, peugeot 205 gti enthusiast and author matthew corrigan tells the inside story of one of the most. Only available in black with bespoke radio1fm badging and decals, grey alloy wheels and individual brassplate numbering marking the build number, only 25 examples were made. Although weve made every possible effort to ensure the data on this page correct, we cannot guarantee it is. It was declared car of the decade by car magazine in 1990. The now iconic peugeot 205 became a lifesaving success for peugeot the magic number. Coming with an extensive history file, this lots condition scores an impressive 108 5. The service book has a healthy amount of stamps up to 120,000 miles which is when the service book.

The 205 was launched in 1983, a brilliant rival to its contemporaries with its wheel at each corner design and flyweight mass. The golf gti is a phenomenon, a brand within the volkswagen brand, an automobile world view and an unmistakable design statement that has now attained sales of 1. The peugeot 205 is well on the way to becoming an established part of the classic car scene, and here is the complete history covering the design, development and launch and including the legendary 106 and 1. The second keeper took ownership of the car in 1990 and kept this lovely gti until 2011 when it was then sold to its next owner.