Peugeot 205 CTi (1985) — Rear Seat Bench

Vehicle & Part Overview

Vehicle: 1985 Peugeot 205 CTi (Series 1, Pininfarina convertible)
Part required: Rear seat bench assembly — cushion and/or backrest

The 205 CTi convertible uses a unique rear seat design specific to the convertible bodyshell. It is a lower-profile bench engineered to accommodate the folding roof mechanism and reduced cabin height when the hood is down.

⚠️ Fitment warning: A standard 205 hatchback rear seat will not fit correctly. Mounting points and dimensions differ between the hatchback and convertible bodyshells. Always source CTi/Cabriolet-specific seats.

Genuine NOS Peugeot rear seat benches for the early CTi are increasingly rare. The three realistic options are:

  • Used/salvage from a breaker — best route for a correct trim colour match
  • Retrimmed original — if the frame and foam are sound but the covering is worn
  • Pattern trim covers — acceptable for a refresh (seat trim is not a safety-critical item)

Sourcing Recommendations

Salvage & Breakers — First Choice

The CTi is well-supported in the classic French car breaker scene and this is the most realistic route for a correctly fitting, colour-matched original seat.

  • Car and Classic Parts — search "Peugeot 205 CTi rear seat"
  • Peugeot 205 GTI Owners Club (UK) — covers the CTi; members frequently have parts or can advise on suppliers
  • Le Bon Coin (leboncoin.fr) — France has a strong 205 salvage scene and correct-spec seats appear regularly

Trim Specialists — If Reupholstering

If the seat frame and foam are sound, a retrim is often the most practical solution for a tired covering.

  • Woolies Trim — stocks general classic car trim materials; search for compatible fabrics:
👉 https://www.woolies-trim.co.uk/search?q=peugeot+205+seat
  • A local auto trimmer with classic car experience can match original fabric patterns — bring a photo of the original for reference

Parts Specialists

  • Hemmings Parts Search — worth checking as a long shot:
👉 https://www.hemmings.com/parts?q=Peugeot+205+CTi+rear+seat
  • Mister Auto and Oscaro (French parts platforms) — occasionally carry NOS or quality reproduction Peugeot trim items

Safety & Fitment Notes

  • Early CTi (1985, Series 1) part numbers can vary; cross-reference any part number with a Peugeot dealer parts system or a recognised 205 specialist before purchasing
  • Do not fit a standard 205 hatchback rear bench — mounting points will not align correctly with the CTi bodyshell
  • If sourcing from a French breaker, confirm the donor car is a CTi/Cabriolet and not a hatchback variant