1990 Peugeot 205 GTI Special Edition

Highlights

One of just 300 1.9 SE editions in Miami Blue
Advisory-free MOT valid until September 2025
Only 93,578 miles from new
Impressive history file with original sales invoice and owner's manuals
Recently rebuilt engine and extensive recent maintenance
Previously owned by renowned motoring journalist Andrew Frankel

The Appeal

In 1990, the Peugeot 205 was declared 'Car of the Decade' by CAR Magazine. It was a bonafide firebrand for the French manufacturer's distinctly conservative image. Rather than an executive saloon or a family car, the 205 was pure hot hatch gold. Perky performance, a tiny wheelbase and standard day-to-day practicality all came together to make this a new standard for decades to come.

Now, there are plenty of special editions that have become sought-after, such as the 1.9 SE. These cars were brought in to celebrate the new colours in Peugeot's palette - Miami blue and Sorrento Green. In a nice, easy, regimented move, Peugeot released the cars in nice, round numbers - 300 of each in 1.6-litre and 1.9-litre cars, respectively. That means only 300 of this spec of the car were produced - and for our money, it's the best combination of colour and capacity in this elusive selection.

This car has led a carefree existence, having covered only 93,500 miles throughout its 7 keepers - one of whom was Andrew Frankel of Autocar fame. He must have been pretty fond of it - the car appeared as a cover star on both Octane and Autocar magazine.

Plenty of work, amounting to £8,000, has been completed - ranging from new parts to a full paint correction, topped off with Fenylab ceramic coating. Put simply, you've got an utterly superb 205 in front of you. Don't let it slip you by!

History and Paperwork

Registered on 06/03/1990
7 registered keepers
In current ownership since August 2023
Advisory-free MOT valid until September 2025
Only 93,578 miles from new

Complete with:

Original sales invoice from Norwich Motor Co Ltd
Original owner’s wallet/book pack/manuals (Warranty/Service Record, Owner’s Handbook, Owner’s Guide, Dealer Location Guide, Clarion Owners Guide, Peugeot Invitation Card, Spare Wheel Security Lock Labels)
Various service & parts invoices
Various 205 GTi SE information
Spare keys
V5C logbook
Previous V5 logbooks detailing previous owners
VCheck Report
Previous MOTs

The Condition

Beautifully presented, with a full paintwork correction and ceramic coating recently carried out
Miami Blue Metallic paintwork, as a result, looks superb
All trims and contrast detailing in good order
Glasswork and lenses in good condition
Arches are clean and solid
Four new Uniroyal Rainsport tyres
Anthracite Grey leather interior looks in very good order
Sport seats have been subject to a recent seat bolster repair
Sliding sunroof is in fine working order
Electric front windows have had a new button installed
Clarion radio/cassette included
Grey carpets are very nicely presented

The Mechanics

1.9-litre (1905cc) XU9 four-cylinder powerplant
5-speed manual transmission
Engine bay in excellent condition
Power steering reportedly in good working order
We've no reports of any known mechanical issues
The car is reportedly starting, shifting, braking, driving and handling exactly as you'd expect
Ultimately, this appears to be a simply excellent example both inside and out

Subject to plenty of recent work including:

Recent engine rebuild
New cambelt and water pump
New clutch installed
Full suspension and brake overhaul
New exhaust system
New radiator hose with Modine
New coolant hose and system bleed

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