Cleverly looks stock but hides a turbocharged secret
Fitted with a 2-litre turbo engine, replacing the original 1.6 GTI engine
Solid underside and well-maintained paintwork
Well kept, factory standard interior
Recent MOT pass, valid until November 2024
Thick history file showcasing plenty of ongoing maintenance
The Appeal
As 205 GTI buyers quickly discovered, driving had never been this much fun. Light, nimble and just quick enough, the diminutive Pug was the enthusiastic hyper-puppy to the grown up Golf. Put simply, it was fun on four wheels.
Customers quickly wanted more. The firm pushed the 130bhp 1.9 into production but enthusiasts knew this incredible car was capable of much more. Many have been fitted with the Mi16 engine and others have been turbocharged. It is a mark of the car's capability that the chassis can easily cope with this extra power.
This is just such a car, a 1989 1.6GTI that has been modified with a 2litre turbocharged engine. Its party trick is to look entirely standard, enabling this pocket rocket to despatch surprises whenever the driver feels in the mood. A thick history file and long MOT confirm the condition shown in the photographs.
History and Paperwork
First registered 27th February 1989
12 owners and with the current seller since April 2021
Original factory handbooks and wallet
Service book with 12 stamps to 83,017 miles in January 1999
Thick history file continues the story thereafter
Old MOTs confirm the relatively low mileage
Lots of invoices including 2016 for various parts from specialists
Rear axle replaced in 2020
Recent MOT pass, valid until November 2024 with no advisories
Phase 2 1989 car
The Condition
Well kept car in classic red with standard factory fabric interior
This is a smartly presented, solid and usable car showing only light marks
Cleverly standard aesthetics including factory alloys
Upgraded 1.9litre alloy wheels in good condition
Quality Uniroyal tyres showing good tread
Paintwork is well-maintained with a few minor dents
Exterior trimwork including arch extensions all undamaged and complete
Lights in good order with no visible damage or cracks
Solid underside with no issues to report and no MOT structural advisories
Cloth interior is preserved with no tears and minimal wear
Well kept interior is factory correct with red carpets in good condition
Radio is missing but otherwise the dashboard and trim present well
The Mechanics
Original 1.6 litre engine replaced with 2-litre turbo engine
Manual transmission with 5 gears
Extensive history file showing ongoing investment via specialists
Rear axle replaced in 2020
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