Peugeot 205 CTi (1985) — Rear Seat Cover & Foam Replacement Guide
Vehicle & Part Overview
Vehicle: 1985 Peugeot 205 CTi (Cabriolet / Pininfarina convertible body)
Part required: Rear seat bench — cover and foam/cushion padding layer
The 205 CTi convertible has a unique rear seat design specific to the convertible bodyshell. It sits lower-profile than the standard hatchback bench to accommodate the folding roof mechanism and reduced cabin height.
⚠️ Fitment warning: A standard 205 hatchback rear seat will not fit correctly. Mounting points and dimensions differ. Always source CTi-specific seats and trim.
The job splits into two separate items:
- Seat foam/cushion padding — rear base cushion and/or backrest foam
- Seat cover/trim — fabric or vinyl covering
Foam Replacement
Original 205 CTi rear seat foam as NOS is essentially unobtainable. The practical route is custom-cut replacement foam matched to your original dimensions.
Recommended foam grades:
- Seat base: High-density reconstituted foam (45kg/m³ minimum)
- Backrest: Medium-density foam (35kg/m³)
💡 Tip: Take your old foam along or send dimensions to the supplier. If the original foam has compressed rather than crumbled, a trimmer can use it as a template for an exact replacement.
UK foam suppliers offering cut-to-size service:
- Foam For Comfort — cut-to-size service, good quality
- The Foam Shop — widely used by auto trimmers
Seat Cover Options
Option 1 — Pattern Covers
Generic 205 seat covers exist, but CTi-specific rear covers are rarely produced by pattern manufacturers. Hatchback covers will not fit correctly and should be avoided.
Option 2 — Retrim with Matching Fabric
This is the most reliable route for a correct finish on a CTi. A trimmer with classic car experience can work from a photo of the original fabric pattern if you want to match it.
The 1985 CTi typically came with:
- Grey sport fabric
- Red/black sport fabric
- Full leather (on some specifications)
Trim material supplier:
- Woolies Trim — Peugeot 205 seat search — stocks general classic car trim materials including compatible fabrics
Sourcing Recommendations
If a full seat assembly is needed rather than a retrim, the salvage route is the most realistic option for a correctly fitting, colour-matched original.
- Car and Classic — parts search — search "Peugeot 205 CTi rear seat"; good UK and European coverage
- Le Bon Coin — French classifieds with a strong 205 salvage scene
- Hemmings Parts Search — Peugeot 205 CTi rear seat
- Mister Auto and Oscaro — French parts platforms that occasionally carry NOS or quality reproduction Peugeot trim
- 205 GTI Owners Club (UK) — covers the CTi and members frequently have parts or can advise on sourcing
Safety & Fitment Notes
- Seat foam density matters for occupant safety — do not substitute with low-density decorative foam
- Confirm whether your car retains its original trim colour and material before ordering covers, as 1985 CTi interiors varied by specification
- If only the covering is worn and the foam and frame are structurally sound, a retrim is the most practical and cost-effective solution and avoids the difficulty of locating a correct used assembly