Highlights

One of only 1,046 rally homologation specials produced
Rare 2.0-litre turbocharged four-wheel-drive specification
Extensive mechanical refurbishment, including an engine rebuild by PUG1OFF
Former museum piece in Denmark with matching service book stamps
Clean Car Vertical history report included with paperwork
MOT valid until 30 July 2027, no advisories

The Appeal

The Peugeot 405 T16 is one of the great rally homologation specials of the early 1990s, a turbocharged, four-wheel-drive performance sedan born directly from Peugeot's motorsport programme. With its 2.0-litre turbocharged iron-block engine, five-speed manual gearbox and permanent four-wheel drive, it delivered genuine performance dressed in the understated guise of a family sedan. Production numbers were limited, and survivors in good nick are becoming increasingly hard to find.

This example was imported to the UK from Denmark in 2021, where it had spent time in a small museum, a period reflected in the stamps in its service book. Since arriving in the UK, it has undergone a mechanical refurbishment spanning most of 2022 to 2024. The engine was rebuilt by marque specialist PUG1OFF, the turbo was reconditioned by Turbo Technics, and further work included a new front subframe, clutch, custom alloy radiator and cat-back exhaust, among other items detailed below. The vendor describes the car as running and driving very well.

Key Information

Mileage: 142,932 km, supported by maintenance history
Country of registration: UK
Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 30 July 2027, no advisories
Technical specs: 1,998cc turbocharged inline four-cylinder petrol, five-speed manual, four-wheel drive
Paperwork: Stamped service book, clean Car Vertical history report, T16 brochure

The Detail

Complete engine rebuild by PUG1OFF including rebore, new forged pistons, new bearings, head skim and rebuild; crankshaft did not require a regrind
Turbo reconditioned by Turbo Technics
New alternator fitted
New custom-made alloy radiator fitted with 50% greater cooling capacity
NOS front subframe fitted
Second-hand fuel tank and fuel tank content sender unit fitted
New cat-back stainless steel exhaust fitted to original pattern
New rear hydro-pneumatic suspension unit supplied by Pleiades
New complete clutch supplied by ATD Performance in France
Pair of NOS left-dip headlights sourced from Peugeot parts
New fog lamp protectors fitted
Carl Chambers fitted a new MPH instrument scale to the speedometer; original odometer retained showing kilometres
All instruments fully functioning apart from the analogue trip distance indicator
Iron-block phase two engine with a 45-second overboost facility activated by firmly pressing the accelerator
The vendor describes the paintwork as presenting well, with one small scratch noted on a rear guard
The vendor states the interior is very close to original condition
Exterior clean both outside and underneath, with clear wax applied to the underside for protection
Stored in dry premises when not in use
Car spent most of 2022 to 2024 off the road undergoing mechanical refurbishment
The vendor describes the car as running and driving very well
Vendor notes the only noticeable difference from the Mi16 is the larger 16-inch alloy wheels, and would also credit Matt Hills for the overall refurbishment

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