Highlights

In current ownership for approximately 15 years
Highly original throughout
Benefited from a thorough programme of mechanical maintenance and renewal
MOT valid until March 2027 with no advisories
The vendor, who has owned several 505s, considers this the best variant

The Appeal

The Peugeot 505 GRD Estate is one of the great practical classics: a rugged, diesel-powered workhorse with genuine eight-seat versatility and a level of mechanical simplicity we can only dream of today. The estate variant, with its cavernous load area and robust 2.5-litre inline-four diesel, has earned a devoted following among those who value dependability and usability above all else.

This example has been in the current owner's hands since 2011, having been purchased in Jersey where it reportedly spent most of its life. It has been garaged every winter and used extensively in France during the summer months. No modernisation has been carried out; the car remains in its original specification. The vendor, who has owned several 505s, states that this is the best of the lot.

The bodywork shows a few marks and a couple of small rust spots, while rust on the underside of the rear doors has reportedly been cut out and welded. The underside of the vehicle is reported to be free from corrosion. Inside, the vendor describes the condition as average to good, with all instruments working and the seats in good order. With its MOT valid until March 2027 and a long history of conscientious care, this 505 GRD Estate is well placed as a usable, honest classic.

Key Information

Mileage: 141,733 miles (indicated, unwarranted, believed accurate by the vendor)
Country of registration: Jersey (now registered on UK plates)
Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 22nd March 2027 (no advisories)
Technical specs: 2.5-litre four-cylinder inline diesel, five-speed manual
Paperwork: V5C, several significant invoices (see gallery)

The Detail

Water pump has just been replaced
Diesel pump has been rebuilt
Radiator replaced approximately three years ago
Front brake callipers and hoses replaced; rear drums rebuilt
New clutch fitted; gearbox was removed and inspected at the same time
Gear linkage replaced
Compression checked and injectors inspected
Glow plugs replaced
Alternator and starter motor replaced
Exhaust replaced approximately five years ago
Oil and filter changed every 5,000 miles
The vendor states oil consumption is approximately 1/4 litre per 600 miles
Alloy wheels stoved and refitted
Rust on the underside of the rear doors was cut out and welded
The underside of the vehicle is reported to be free from structural corrosion (no MOT advisories to that effect)
Exterior has a few marks and a couple of small rust spots (photographed in detail)
The vendor describes the interior as average to good condition; seats are in good order
Plastic lining at the rear by the hatch has deteriorated slightly
All instruments are working, we are told
Tow bar fitted, used infrequently
Seats eight with seat belts and still retains a boot
All seats can be laid flat
Always garaged during winter

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