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1988 Peugeot 205 GTI 1.9

Sold for

£7,600

Ended 3 May 2026

Data from Car & Classic, updated on 10 Oct 2026

Year
1988
Mileage
168,197 miles
Gearbox
Manual
Engine
1900cc
Colour
Black
Location
London, United Kingdom

Specification

Steering
Right Hand Drive
Auction house guide
£1,700 – £8,780

Description

****** Interested parties should note, this vehicle was subject to a CAT C insurance loss in April 2008 ******

Highlights

  • Fresh MOT, valid until April 2027
  • Recently professionally detailed and serviced
  • New brake pads and callipers fitted all round

The Appeal

The Peugeot 205 GTI 1.9 needs little introduction. Widely celebrated as one of the '90s golden geese, this was one of the ultimate hot-hatches. Its combination of a rev-happy 1.9-litre engine, a sharp chassis, and featherweight construction set a benchmark that few rivals could match.
This 1988 example has undergone plenty of work while in the current ownership, and looks like a particularly handsome car. Recent work includes a professional detail, a service, and new brake pads and callipers all round. A fast road cam has been installed, and the alloy wheels have been refurbished. The vendor states the car starts and drives well, and has been used for shows and weekend outings.

Key Information

  • Mileage: 168197 miles
  • Country of registration: United Kingdom
  • Technical inspection status: MOT valid until April 2027
  • Technical specs: 1.9-litre 4-cylinder petrol, 5-speed manual
  • Paperwork: Accompanied by V5C and a pack of other invoices

The Detail

  • Declared a Cat C insurance loss in 2008, repaired thereafter
  • New exhaust fitted approximately a year ago
  • Fast road cam fitted, which the vendor notes enhances the engine note at higher revs
  • Refurbished alloy wheels with centre caps
  • Slight fading to the roof paint
  • A couple of very small dings noted
  • Minor bubbling on the rear boot area
  • Passenger door previously stuck but has been greased and is reported to be working correctly
  • Interior is very original with age-commensurate wear
  • Instruments appear clean and legible

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Comparable sales

Sold prices from auctions that ended in the last 24 months. Chart shows the last 12 months. The latest 9 sales carry details. Prices in GBP.

Median sold price

£9,334

Sold range

£2,025 – £37,895

Sold lots

29

Price trend

Falling

Sold 19% below the median for this model

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