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Highlights
- Low mileage of just 49,272 miles
- Comprehensive service history
- Engine and running gear overhauled in 2020
- Four registered keepers from new
- Recent full service and new catalytic converter fitted
- Factory standard and well presented car
- Becoming rare at this standard
The Appeal
Sandwiched as it was between the earlier 205 and bigger 306 hot hatches, the 106GTI was relatively late to Peugeot’s sporting party. It has tended to be overshadowed by its illustrious siblings. Except by those who know.
Light, powerful and in some ways more agile, the compact 106 is not just the equal of its relatives but also one of the best hot hatches of the 90s. Which means it is quite exceptional.
Slow sales and the dominance of the 205 and 306 mean that good, unmolested and low mileage examples like this one are rare. It is one of the best we have seen in a while and will surely appeal to enthusiasts and collectors.
The sub-50,000 miles form new are supported by a thick history file and run of MOTs. the condition also supports it, combining a highly preserved interior with smart black paintwork. A recent service - part of a regular and meticulous maintenance regime - means it arrives with the buyer in very good health.
With 90s classics increasingly in the spotlight, here is a chance to sample a very good example of one of the decade’s best cars.
History and Paperwork
- First registered 29th October 1997
- Phase 2 facelift car
- Four registered keepers
- Current keeper since 16th November 2021
- Comprehensive service history, fully documented and shown in photographs
- Regular servicing and maintenance with recent highlights below
- Full service in late April 2024 with details below
- Off road during 2019 and 2020 when significant work undertaken, summarised below
- Original handbooks and service book
- Original bill of sale
- All past MOT certificate to verify mileage
- 2 factory keys
- Peugeot factory anti-theft device that fixes between gear selector and handbrake
- MOT valid to 27th July 2024with 49,084 miles on test and no advisories
Notable recent maintenance:
- 24th April 2024 at 49270 miles engine oil and oil filter replaced
- 30/03/2023 engine oil, oil filter, front and rear brake pads/discs and wiper blades
- 18/02/2022 engine oil, oil and fuel filters, plugs and new exhaust catalyser
Restoration during 2019/20 when the car was off the road:
- Two driveshafts
- Two wishbones
- Two track rod ends
- Radiator replaced
- New gear linkages
- Eibach front suspension springs
- Bilstein shock absorbers
- Head gasket
- Timing belt
- Rear axle valve load
- Brake pipes renewed
- Front and rear wheel arches undersealed
- Floor treated with U-POL Raptor bed liner
The Condition
- Factory standard, unmodified 106GTI in classic hot hatch black
- Paintwork is bright and even and believed to be original
- No impact damage visible to bodywork according to seller
- Few minor blemishes visible in photographs
- These include stone chips to bonnet and front bumper
- Small scuff on rear bumper
- Minor dents to nearside front wing and passenger door as shown in photos
- Small bird drop mark on the middle of the bonnet
- Three dents on the off side rear, above the fuel filler cap
- Light UV deterioration to exterior trim
- Lights present well with no noticeable fade or deterioration
- Peugeot badge on boot lid is corroded but likely an easy fix
- 14in five spoke alloy wheels in very good order and factory correct
- Fitted with quality Toyo tyres all round showing plenty of tread
- Underside appears in smart condition for its age with no MOT structural advisories
- Well kept cabin is unmodified and shows few signs of age or wear
- Black fabric seats with period-appropriate and factory standard patterning
- Slight loosening of stitching to rear seats
- Central locking work but fob battery may be weak
- No known electrical faults or warning lights to advise
- Well specified with manual sunroof, passenger airbag and electric windows/mirrors
The Mechanics
- Highly entertaining TU5 1,587cc fuel injected 118bhp engine
- 5spd manual gearbox
- Very light 950kg body
- Well maintained car with regular servicing and work irrespective of mileage
- Thick history file with recent work summarised above
- Restored in 2019/2020 with summary of work listed above
- Factory standard car upgraded with Eibach springs and Bilstein shocks
- Recent service work means it is ready to use and enjoy
- The vendor informs us that the car is addictively enjoyable to drive
- No reported running or driving issues
- MOT to July 2024 with no mechanical advisories
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