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Peugeot 205 GTI Le Mans 1.9 — 1991

A thorough renovation of a rare and internationally sought-after version, specific to the Swedish market, of Peugeot's contribution to the GTI class, presented here in exceptionally fine condition.

Peter Sundfeldt
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"Fascinerating as a marketing study showcasing the enthusiast effect in the automotive industry's badge engineering genre, and furthermore, an example in near-pristine condition."

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Peter Sundfeldt
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Rebecca R Bengtsson
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"Fascinerating as a marketing study showcasing the enthusiast effect in the automotive industry's badge engineering genre, and furthermore, an example in near-pristine condition."

Description

It was newly registered in Sweden in January 1991 and primarily circulated in the southern part of the country, with owners located in Helsingborg, Vaggeryd, Värnamo, and a brief stint in Åkersberga. The owner in Vaggeryd had the car for over 13 years from 2005 to 2018, but between 2006 and now, it has only covered a little over 1,400 kilometers. In 2020, the current owner from Malmö purchased the car and embarked on a conscious full restoration, considering the model's attraction and interest in this dealer special. It's an interesting and enjoyable evolution of the 205 as a youngtimer that dealer-specific versions for the small Swedish market have become collector's items on the continent, especially among French enthusiasts. The owner also mentions that to join the private Facebook group for the 205 GTI Le Mans, one must have a national registration certificate and a verified chassis number to truly prove ownership of an authentic Le Mans. That's how it goes.

Technical data

  • Year
    1991/1991 
  • Registration date
    1991-01-24 
  • Mileage
    178 236 km 
  • Kw / hp
    88 / 120 
  • Fuel Type
    Petrol 
  • Transmission
    Manual 
  • Interior finish
    Textile 
  • Colour
    Bleu Miami 

Condition

  • Mechanical condition:

    During the last MOT inspection, they were particularly impressed by the car's technical condition and finish, and it was awarded a small bragging decal on the windshield. It's easy to understand when you look at the car on a lift. The car has a distinctly composed feel on the road; it's evident that all the new chassis parts are well assembled, and the engine/transmission/brakes also have that tight, new feeling.

  • Interior condition:

    New seat covers and original carpeting from 1991; the owner managed to source fabrics and materials in the original style. It's red and clean, feels fresh and pleasant inside. The distinctive and important wooden details maintain a glossy and neat finish, which was and still is likely a subtle nod to the brand's Le Mans racer from the past, the Peugeot 905, which amidst all the carbon fiber and advanced electronics, featured a gear shift knob made of wood.

  • Exterior condition:

    The car is repainted in the attractive original color, Bleu Miami, and the wheels have been refurbished and fitted with new Continental tires. The glass is in good condition, and the plastic details, bumpers, and emblems are all in excellent shape.

  • General condition:

    A fun special edition of a fun car, and on top of that, a fun youngtimer with all the attributes of being a newer collectible vehicle. All packaged in a meticulously restored and enthusiast-level fine condition.

MOT (tech. insp.)

Fordonsstatus: Avst 2007-04-18
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1991-01-23 (typbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1991-01-24
Senast godkända besiktning: 2024-04-06
Besiktigad tom: 2026-04-30
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 15

Facts about the model

The background to these special versions was that the general agent for Peugeot in Sweden wanted to run a limited campaign for the 205 GTI model. Therefore, in 1991, a Special Edition of the 205 GTI was launched in three colors, equipped with, among other things, wood details and special emblems:

Le Mans in a Miami Blue color in 84 units, of which the auction car is one. Particularly coveted among collectors today.
Monte Carlo in a Sorrento Green color in 96 units, and there are fewer of these left than the Le Mans version, although the latter is valued higher, as mentioned.
Classic Sport in black color in 200 units with a numbering on the steering wheel.

Location and viewing Information

Location: Malmö

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Collection must take place before: 2024-05-16.

NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.

Auction information

General information about the condition of the vehicles .
  • At this auction, many vehicles have been included in car collections and have been stored (mothballed) for a long time. For this reason, they are described from a collector's perspective and may need technical reviews and maintenance service - oil, battery replacement, new tires, brake review, etc. - before they can be used. .
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