1990 Peugeot 205 1.6 GTI

Highlights

• In current ownership for 32 years

• Desirable Miami Blue example

• 1 of only 300 in this colour

• ‘Phase 1.5’ non-cat model

• Well-equipped special edition model

Overview

The 80s and 90s was a fantastic time for those that enjoy lightweight, rev-happy and engaging hatchbacks that demanded full commitment, and few executed this recipe for fun as well as the Peugeot 205 GTI. Thanks to this, many cars were upgraded and modified in-period for both road and competition use, and subsequently, it’s now getting harder to find examples that retain their factory specification, with bonus points awarded for special edition models.

This particular 205 GTI ticks all the boxes, judging by the aforementioned criteria. It is one of just 300 Miami Blue 1.6 non-cat examples, remains in its factory specification, and is offered for sale from long-term 32-year ownership. Being a special edition ‘phase 1.5’ car, it was supplied from the factory with such luxuries as a full grey leather interior, sliding glass sunroof, electric windows and power-assisted steering - all the mod-cons here!

Having seemingly been stored off the road since 2006, this 205 GTI has been recommissioned and has a fresh advisory-free MOT. As such, it would make for a great usable hot hatch that has plenty of scope for aesthetic restoration to bring it back to its best - work that would be well-worth doing in our eyes, given the rarity of this ‘phase 1.5’ special edition.

History and documentation

• Registered August 1990

• One key

• Desirable ‘phase 1.5’ special edition model in Miami Blue

• Excellent factory specification

• Sadly the paperwork has all gone astray during its long period of current ownership

• V5C present in owner’s name

• HPI clear

• This 205 appears to have been off the road between 2006 and 2025, judging from its MOT history

• Current MOT with no advisories valid until 07 July 2026

Interior

• Full grey leather interior - exclusive to the ‘1.5’ models

• Full-length sunroof

• Electric windows

• The cabin looks to be in fair overall condition for its age, showing typical patination to high-traffic areas

• Light scuffs noted to the lower dashboard plastics

• The usual sagging/scuffs to outer front seat bolsters

• The outer bolster on the drivers seat has split around the shoulder area

• Period Kenwood stereo upgrade

• The centre console is missing a panel from above the stereo

• We’re told the sunroof is in full working order

• In the rear, the boot is tidy but shows moisture staining to the carpets

• No reported electrical faults or issues

Exterior

• Rare Miami Blue paintwork - one of only 600 205s in this colour, 300 1.6 and 300 1.9 models

• Damage noted to the edge of the bonnet, the lower nearside corner of the rear valence, and the rear bumper plastic trim

• The usual smattering of stone chips and light blemishes to the front end and exposed edges

• Various other dents are visible around the bodywork, most notably on the nearside front wing, rear nearside wing lower, and a number of ‘parking dents’ on both doors

• The classic steel wheels are in good condition, showing only some light kerb rash

• The seller notes that the tyres were fitted recently

• As far as we can see, all badges and trims are present and correct

• Ripe for aesthetic restoration 

Mechanical

• 1,580cc non-catalytic converter inline-four engine - the much-loved, rev-happy powerplant that is free of emission control strangulation

• Five-speed manual gearbox, sending power to the front wheels

• Factory-fitted power steering

• No reported modifications from factory spec

• The engine bay is in good condition, though we note some corrosion ‘scabs’ on the offside arch inner, as well as the usual ageing to fixtures and fittings

• No reported mechanical issues

Summary

In need of a little TLC to the bodywork and interior but supplied with a clean MOT and in reportedly good mechanical health with no known issues or foibles, this 1.6, non-cat ‘phase 1.5’ 205 GTI has a lot going for it, and would make for an excellent entry into light restoration, or a usable modern classic hot hatch that gives scope for tinkering and tarting-up on the weekend and on balmy summer evenings. 

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