We all know the story with this little French nugget from the 80s. This year it’s a British company Tolmann Engineering offers a completely new order of nutrition for children 205 GTI ! The Tolman company was founded in 2007 by Chris Tolman and in the past, in particular, it collected racing engines for WRC competitions example.
Let’s see what their work looks like on our iconic French woman!
Completely new electronic engine management
Engine 1.9 l (1905 cc).3) with 205 GTI developed the most powerful at that time 130 horsepower. With this facelift, the block has been revised and now features a 16V surface cylinder head, modern electronic control, particularly at the accelerator level, or even a revised exhaust system. With these modifications, the small block now develops approx 200 horsepower. For a car weighing less than 900 kg, this is very interesting!
Full optimization of the 205 GTI
More power is good, but the cavalry should still be able to pass through the front wheels! For this, the differential Quaife automatic torque offset was added
Other elements have also been revised. For example, the 5-speed gearbox was slightly redesigned smoother gear changes. Replaced the brakes with a module New AP Racing (Optional). Additionally, the little lion is now equipped with a power steering.
At dashboard level, a fully digital screen is offered as an option, allowing reproduction of the original GTI gauges. Finally, electric windows are also part of the game (goodbye cranks!) and LEDs are located at the four corners of the car.
If you plan to “treat” this particular restomod, you will have to pay close at least 63,000 eurosno options!
Source: Auto Plus
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