Peugeot 205 Hatchback 1.0 XL 3d (1985/C) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Bag a well-serviced 205 and you're laughing.
Costs
Good fuel economy and running costs.
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On the road
Driving
In a word, fun! Tight clutch gives precise responses.
Performance
1.1 tries hard, but get a 1.4 or higher for best performance.
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Living with it
Reliability
Has treated to well from start to finish.
Image
Sexy for its time, red models still have lots sass.
Comfort
Not really for company-car drivers, but great for winding country lanes.
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Security and Service
Security
If I lost my keys, I'm confident it wouldn't be a problem to start.
Service
No problems.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Check for evenly worn tyres.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes