Peugeot 205 GTi 1.9

F31-340i · 09-12-2011, 02:29 PM

Anyone had one - recently?

What do you think?

Considering a 2000EUR leggy shed to get from A to B with a smile.

dxb335d · 09-12-2011, 02:38 PM

Cracking car back in the day. Still would be fun now. Just don't crash it!

AlwynMike · 09-12-2011, 02:45 PM

I had 2 back in the 80's, as well as a 309GTi.

The only cars I have EVER bottled out before the car let go.
Amazing drive. Seat of the pants quick and pretty comfortable.

Would like to have a go now to see how it compares to a modern car (as per your post).

Go for it anyway - you'll get your money back and still smile.

Mike

F31-340i · 09-12-2011, 02:58 PM

Thanks for your thoughts.

I think they still look really good - and its seems there is a healthy supply of them here that look pretty good (noting looks could be misleading!)

It is this, or a UK CLK55 Cab (if I can be faffed to get one), or just started looking at Clio Williams - but these are quite pricey here.

A white or red or dark grey 205 GTi (Mk1 with amber indicators & pano roof) would be very nice I think.

AlwynMike · 09-12-2011, 03:44 PM

Be careful if you get one with a sunroof. Even new they were troublesome with leaks and sticking. The seal mechanism was pneumatic and leaked air, hence letting in water. I understand that because of the lack of stiffness due to the big hole in the roof, the body was prone to buckle - causing the roof to crack/shatter. You MUST ensure the roof moves smoothly.

If you've driven an EP3 Civic Type R, then they have a lot in common to drive, although the Pug is quieter!

Mike

chris330D · 09-12-2011, 03:52 PM

Had one in the early 90s. Cracking cars and a great drive. As said before watch the sunroof for leaks and the throotle cable had a habit of 'snapping'. One minute you would be fine the next the pedal would be to the floor. Wakes you up quickly

KadeSdad · 09-13-2011, 01:17 AM

Its an old car now so will come with some problems to be expected. If I was offered a good example at the right price I'd have one tomorrow!

BanziBarn · 09-13-2011, 01:26 AM

One of my favorite car memories, the 1.9 gti

Question : didn't the later cars have power steering which sapped power making them no quicker than the 1.6?

dxb335d · 09-13-2011, 02:20 AM

They had a Catalytic converter which slowed them down yes.

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AlwynMike Lieutenant Colonel 348 Rep 1,678 Posts Drives: F36 440i GC. Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Lincolnshire Flatlands iTrader: (1)	I had 2 back in the 80's, as well as a 309GTi. The only cars I have EVER bottled out before the car let go. Amazing drive. Seat of the pants quick and pretty comfortable. Would like to have a go now to see how it compares to a modern car (as per your post). Go for it anyway - you'll get your money back and still smile. Mike
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F31-340i Colonel 160 Rep 2,475 Posts Drives: BMW 340i Touring Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: ... iTrader: (1)	Thanks for your thoughts. I think they still look really good - and its seems there is a healthy supply of them here that look pretty good (noting looks could be misleading!) It is this, or a UK CLK55 Cab (if I can be faffed to get one), or just started looking at Clio Williams - but these are quite pricey here. A white or red or dark grey 205 GTi (Mk1 with amber indicators & pano roof) would be very nice I think. __________________ 340i F31
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AlwynMike Lieutenant Colonel 348 Rep 1,678 Posts Drives: F36 440i GC. Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Lincolnshire Flatlands iTrader: (1)	Be careful if you get one with a sunroof. Even new they were troublesome with leaks and sticking. The seal mechanism was pneumatic and leaked air, hence letting in water. I understand that because of the lack of stiffness due to the big hole in the roof, the body was prone to buckle - causing the roof to crack/shatter. You MUST ensure the roof moves smoothly. If you've driven an EP3 Civic Type R, then they have a lot in common to drive, although the Pug is quieter! Mike
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chris330D Major 37 Rep 1,135 Posts Drives: F31 335d Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Sussex, UK iTrader: (0)	Had one in the early 90s. Cracking cars and a great drive. As said before watch the sunroof for leaks and the throotle cable had a habit of 'snapping'. One minute you would be fine the next the pedal would be to the floor. Wakes you up quickly
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