1989 Peugeot 205 GT

This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Classic Sale at CarFest 2026 on Saturday the 29th of August and Sunday the 30th of August at The Wing, Silverstone Circuit, NN12 8TN.

In many people's eyes, the Peugeot 205 was the definitive 1980s hatchback and the most practical, well-designed small car ever. Launched in 1983, it was a strong competitor to the Renault 5 and Ford Fiesta, featuring a 'wheel at each corner' design and a lightweight kerb weight of 875kg. It won What CAR magazine's 'Car of the Year' in 1983 and was declared 'Car of the Decade' by CAR Magazine in 1990.

First registered on 1 July 1989, this UK-supplied Peugeot 205 GTi 1.9 Phase 1.5 is finished in Graphite Grey and was indicating 90,125 miles at the time of cataloguing. It has had five years of current ownership, six former registered keepers, and is accompanied by an MOT valid until May 2027 with no advisories.

Since purchase by the current owner, the car has benefited from a continuous programme of restoration, recommissioning, and improvement, with more than £24,000 of documented expenditure supported by a detailed history file. Notable work includes a professional glass-out respray in its original Graphite Grey, engine work, gearbox rebuild, rear axle rebuild, suspension refurbishment, brake overhaul, cooling system renewal, replacement clutch, and refurbished alloy wheels fitted with Michelin tyres. More recently, it has received specialist attention from Peugeot 205 GTi specialist Pug Dynamics and a fresh engine rebuild.

The car retains many sought-after original features, including its non-catalyst engine, amber front indicators, original Quasar velour interior, original handbook pack, stamped service book, and extensive service history. The vendor also confirms that the car is HPI clear.

Regarded by many as the ultimate classic hot hatchback, with a revvy 1.9-litre engine and weighing less than 900kg, the front-wheel-drive 205 proved an unbeatable combination. For those seeking driving perfection, a GTi is an essential addition to any garage.