Highlights

One of only 1,046 rally homologation specials produced
Rare 2.0L turbocharged four-wheel-drive specification
Extensive mechanical refurbishment including an engine rebuild by PUG1OFF
Former museum piece in Denmark with corresponding service book stamps
Clean Car Vertical history report included with paperwork
MOT valid until July 30, 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 motorsports program. With its 2.0-liter turbocharged iron-block engine, five-speed manual transmission, and permanent four-wheel drive, it delivered genuine performance wrapped in the understated guise of a family sedan. Production numbers were limited, and survivors in good condition are increasingly hard to find.

This example was imported into 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 aluminum radiator, and catback 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 July 30, 2027, no advisories
Technical specs: 1,998cc turbocharged inline four-cylinder gasoline engine, five-speed manual transmission, 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 resurfacing and rebuild; crankshaft did not require a regrind
Turbo reconditioned by Turbo Technics
New alternator fitted
New custom-made aluminum radiator fitted with 50% greater cooling capacity
NOS front subframe fitted
Second-hand fuel tank and fuel level sender unit fitted
New catback 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 light guards fitted
Carl Chambers fitted a new MPH instrument scale to the speedometer; original odometer retained showing kilometers
All instruments fully functioning apart from the analog trip distance indicator
Iron block phase two engine with a 45-second overboost feature activated by hard pressing the accelerator
The vendor describes the paint as presenting well, with one small scratch noted on a rear fender
The vendor states the interior is very close to original condition
Exterior clean both outside and underneath, with clear wax application on the underside for protection
Stored in dry storage 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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