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.

For a cover and foam refresh, two separate items are required:

  • Seat foam/cushion padding — rear base cushion and/or backrest foam
  • Seat cover/trim — fabric or vinyl covering

The 1985 CTi typically came with grey or red/black sport fabric or full leather options. Confirm the existing trim colour and material before sourcing replacements.

Foam Replacement

Original 205 CTi rear seat foam as NOS is essentially unobtainable. The practical route is custom-cut replacement foam matched to the original dimensions.

Recommended foam grades:

  • Seat base: High-density reconstituted foam (45kg/m³ minimum)
  • Backrest: Medium-density foam (35kg/m³)
💡 Tip: Retain the old foam or measure it carefully before disposal. If the original foam has compressed rather than crumbled, a trimmer can use it as a direct template for an exact replacement.

UK foam suppliers offering cut-to-size service:

  • Foam For Comfort — cut-to-size service, widely used for automotive work
  • The Foam Shop — similar cut-to-size service, commonly 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 the CTi correctly and should be avoided.

Option 2 — Retrim with Matching Fabric


A local auto trimmer with classic car experience can retrim using compatible fabric. This is often the most practical and authentic-looking solution for the CTi.

  • Woolies Trim — stocks general classic car trim materials including compatible fabrics; bring or send a photo of the original fabric pattern to match weave and colour

Option 3 — Salvage Original Covers


For a correct colour-matched original cover, the breaker/salvage route remains the most reliable option for this variant.

  • Car and Classic Parts — search "Peugeot 205 CTi rear seat"
  • Hemmings Parts Search — worth checking for NOS or used trim
  • leboncoin.fr — French classifieds with a strong 205 salvage scene; use Google Translate if needed
  • Mister Auto and Oscaro — French parts platforms that occasionally carry NOS or quality reproduction Peugeot trim
  • 205 GTI Owners Club (UK) — covers the CTi community; members frequently have parts or can advise on sourcing

Safety & Fitment Notes

  • Seat foam and covering are not structural safety items, making pattern or reproduction materials acceptable for this application
  • Ensure any replacement foam matches the original profile to avoid contact with the folding roof mechanism when the hood is operated
  • If sourcing a full seat assembly rather than just trim, confirm it is CTi/Cabriolet-specific — hatchback assemblies have different mounting points and will not align correctly
  • Cross-reference any Peugeot part numbers through a dealer parts system or French specialist before ordering, as early Series 1 CTi (1985) part numbers can vary from later production