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Peugeot 505 (1980–1986)

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Model: 505 STI 0–100 km/h: 15,2 seconds Top speed: 163 km/h Fuel index: 8,83 L/100 km (at 100 km/h) Price: R15 700 CAR test: May 1983 (three others from 1981–1984)

As happened with several Peugeots, the style house of Pininfarina designed the 505. First came the SR and the STI. In 1983, the STI was upgraded to include central locking, electric windows all round, and a new console. As is so often the case, the

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