Highlights

Fully repainted in vibrant red
Newly reupholstered seats
Recent mechanical updates including new alternator and clutch system
Stored in a garage
Recent import with NOVA certificate
Will need to be registered with DVLA

The Appeal

Spirited performance, nimble road-holding and day-to-day practicality make the 205 one of the most iconic cars ever built - the definition of a true hot-hatch legend. To this day, it's amongst the most recognisable cars of the 80s and 90s, when these diminutive, perky performers were king, and a new generation of enthusiasts is continuing to discover its inimitable continental charm.

Having been recently resprayed and reupholstered, this 1998 example is a fabulous restoration prospect and a great canvas for really making it your own. There's never been a better time for taking on a hot-hatch, and we expect this one will garner plenty of attention.

The History and Paperwork

First registered in 1988
Bought three years ago
Fully repainted and checked at purchase
Stored in a garage
Seats reupholstered, but electrical system and interior need attention

The Condition

Bold red paintwork, perfectly suiting the car's lines
Exterior appears in fine order throughout with no obvious dents or dings
Bodywork appears free of significant corrosion
Only very gentle signs of wear visible
Glass appears in very good order, trims showing signs of wear
Classic, sporty wheels and tyres, may require replacement of 2 tyres
Newly reupholstered grey seats, rest of the interior requires revamp
Upper dash is complete
Lower is missing a piece on the left-hand side between the door and the steering column
Steering wheel badge needs replacing, as does the gearstick cap
Some wear to the lower door cards
Plastics are looking a little worn here and there
Some wiring requires tucking away
The parcel shelf and its components need replacing
The vendor notes that the blower panel and dials need replacing

The Mechanics

1.9-litre 4-cylinder powerplant
Manual transmission with 5 gears
Engine bay looks in good overall order
New alternator, battery, shock absorbers, brake discs, brake pads, loud exhaust, and complete clutch system
Most bushes replaced
We're informed that the car starts first time from cold
The vendor notes that the engine and gearbox are in excellent condition
We've no reports of any mechanical issues

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