Peugeot 205 Cabriolet 1986
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    One owner, 55k miles and £1,500 for a quick Cabriolet.

    Costs

    1 out of 5 1.0

    More cachet than a £5k Golf convertable, and a lot faster.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Best car I have driven for chucking around, but still fairly smooth. Puts a smile on your face every time.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    It's quick. Lovely 115bhp engine that pulls at all revs. Surprises anything by keeping up with it.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Nothing wrong after 5k.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Hot 205s are like Levis: Original and Best.

    Comfort

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Excellent, but it is noisy above 60.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Alarm and immobilser came with it.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Pulls like a tractor, and they're supposed to be good for 120k plus.

    Other

    Stripped back motoring for people who like driving.

    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