Lankylad78 0 Posted May 27, 2010 Hi Guy's, Newbie here. I've been searching for a few months now for my first 205, and have yet to find the right one. I'm off to look at one tomorrow but unfortunately it has the body kit (the one with the shopping trolley handle spoiler). I know that most enthusiasts can't abide them. And TBH, I'm not over keen either. However, I figure if it's mechanically and structurally sound, then the body kit can be removed at a later date. What I really want to find is, how can you tell if it's an original body kit? It's been advertised as "factory fitted", yet I've seen a reply to another thread on here that they were actually "dealer fitted". When I spoke with the guy the other day I asked how he knew it was a factory kit? His reply was "someone told me"! So without an original invoice or receipt, are there any discernable markings or stamps that I can look for? Obviously if it looks like it's been fitted by a 5-year old, it probably isn't original. Also, quickly. It's a '92 J. Were these all CAT models, or was it a cross-over point. If so can I tell from the VIN? Any help or comments on this would be greatly appreciated. Hopefully, this time tomorrow, I will have lost my 205 cherry. I have learnt not to hold my breath though! Thanks in advance Sean Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paul_13 212 1 Cars Posted May 27, 2010 Post some pictures mate will be easiest Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lankylad78 0 Posted May 27, 2010 Paul, you beat me too it. Found this old thread on here with a pic of the kit. It's not the car I'm going to see, but is the same kit: http://forum.205gtidrivers.com/index.php?s...+fitted+bodykit Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paul_13 212 1 Cars Posted May 27, 2010 Yep optional from Peugeot, not my taste with the spoiler. I think it's the Peugeot Sport kit, could be wrong. Don't think it's zender as someone mentioned in that link. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lankylad78 0 Posted May 27, 2010 Cheers Paul, thats answered that one. I agree with you, it's not really my cup of tea, but if the cars itself is good I'd be daft to turn it down because of the kit. It'd be like not buying a house because you didn't like the wallpaper. Any idea's on identifying a cat model via the VIN? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
m_attt 31 1 Cars Posted May 27, 2010 cat came legal from late k (92) onwards so should be no cat in a j plate. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lankylad78 0 Posted May 27, 2010 Cheers fella's, I appreciate your help. Just hope it doesn't turn out to be a complete bag of spanners! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paul_13 212 1 Cars Posted May 27, 2010 (edited) Just a few hints on rust hunting, few common places are; Inner wing on seam Under boot underlay in corners Behind bumper under headlights Under rear seats in corners Footwell behind front seats Bottom of B pillar Probably a few more but they're the main ones Stand behind the car so you can both rear wheels and see if they are cambered. For example; This: | | Not this: / \ If they are cambered the beam will need looking at, unless it has ZX or GTI6 trailing arms Edited May 27, 2010 by Paul_13 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lankylad78 0 Posted May 27, 2010 Cheers Paul. I'd read to check for rust when buying, but didn't know those main area's, so that's a big help thanks. I've read about the rear beam fault on threads on here. Think that is my major concern TBH. But people have commented on here, that even if it looks OK but hasn't been done it's best to get is sorted. I've got a feeling the wife wont be seeing much of me at weekends in the near future! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scotty 0 Posted May 27, 2010 I have a kit like this one i removed from a J reg and it was Peugeot stamped Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lankylad78 0 Posted May 27, 2010 Where abouts is the stamp scotty. i.e. Would it be visable anywhere whilst attached to the car? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimistdt 1 Posted May 27, 2010 Under the front wheel, on the edge of the skirt, where you would affix mudflaps, there should be a Peugeot moniker and part number, may well be covered in crud, but it should be visible. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lemmingzappa 75 1 Cars Posted May 27, 2010 If you buy the car and want to remove the front valance, i'll definately buy it off you if it's in one piece. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lankylad78 0 Posted May 27, 2010 Thanks for the advice guys. Lemmingzappa, If your really desperate for a front valance, and I don't buy it, I could always try the distract and leg-it method! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SurGie 54 Posted May 27, 2010 Rust gets under the seal if brake fluid has dripped in the area where the inner wing meets the bulkhead right under the master cylinder. BTW thats not a Zender front valance its the Peugeot sport kit. The car looks good from the picture. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lankylad78 0 Posted May 27, 2010 Hey SurGie, Thanks for the tip on the brake fluid leak. BTW the car in the link is not the one I'm off to see (pity). This one's a nice (hopefully) white one. My personal favourite. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TU_Later 0 Posted August 12, 2010 Can anyone sell me the front valance? I thought it was a zender, its the same style as the scirrocco mk2 zender front valance! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arahan 4 Posted August 12, 2010 I had one once and it was stamped with Peugeot! Iv still got the spoiler if you want that! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites