Peugeot 204 Cabrio (1969)

• Kickdown Check

  • On-site kickdown assessment completed
  • 153 photos
  • Video including engine running
  • Replacement engine installed, as documented in the 2014 DEKRA report
  • According to the owner, the displayed mileage refers to the engine rather than the vehicle

  Facts & Specifications

  • Year of manufacture: 11/1969
  • First registration: Germany
  • Engine: Replacement engine
  • Transmission: Manual transmission with steering wheel shifters
  • Exterior color: Red
  • Interior: Faux leather with red carpet flooring
  • TÜV valid until June 2026 & H-license plate
  • Features:
  • Steering wheel-mounted shifters
  • Seat belts
  • Retrofitted radio
  • H-license plate
  • The following modifications were made:
  • Seats from the Peugeot 205 with headrests installed; original 204 seats available

  Condition

  Exterior

  • Exterior color is red; vehicle is not in its original paint
  • The vehicle was repaired following hail damage with partial replacement of parts and a new paint job; documentation regarding this repair is available
  • The body is in good overall condition
  • There are two minor scratches on the right front fender
  • There are no known rust spots
  • Four new tires were installed in 2023; an older spare tire is available

  Interior

  • The car has a faux leather interior with red carpet flooring
  • Seats from a Peugeot 205 with headrests are currently installed; the original 204 seats are in good condition and are available
  • According to the owner, all existing equipment is in perfect working order

  Mechanics

  • The vehicle is road-ready and registered
  • According to the owner, the replacement engine runs flawlessly and is leak-free; no oil leaks are known
  • The transmission shifts perfectly
  • In 2023, new shock absorbers and suspension components were installed, including ball joints and rubber parts; welding work was also performed in the area of the shock absorbers
  • In 2014, chassis work was performed as part of the H-inspection, including replacement of the seals from the differential to the drive shafts
  • A replacement starter motor is installed
  • Annual winter maintenance performed by the owner; last service was performed in the winter of 2025/2026 by the owner

  History

  Ownership history

  • 2013 to present: Current owner (DE)
  • 1989 to 2013: Previous owner (DE)
  • 1969 to 1989: Owner unknown

  Service History

  • Approx. 1989: Replacement engine installed
  • September 2004: Soft top replaced
  • June 2005: Hail damage – dents on all body panels and trim (DEKRA damage report, replacement value €7,500)
  • February 2014: Chassis work as part of the H-license plate evaluation; differential oil seals replaced, ball joint strut repair kit, air filter replaced
  • March/April 2023: Extensive chassis and bodywork; Front axle silent bushings and support bearings replaced, rear axle shock absorbers replaced, tie rods replaced, rear sills and wheel wells repaired (rust treatment, repair panels welded in), 4 new Bridgestone 145/80R14 tires installed
  • Winter 2025/2026: Service performed by owner

  Documents

  • 2014 DEKRA report on H-rating and replacement engine
  • Documents regarding hail damage repairs
  • Documents regarding chassis work performed
  • Vehicle registration certificate

  Summary

  For sale is a red 1969 Peugeot 204 Cabrio with a faux leather interior and red carpet. The vehicle was originally delivered in Germany and is road-ready and registered with a valid TÜV inspection valid through June 2026, as well as an H-license plate. Following hail damage, the bodywork was professionally repaired and is now in good overall condition. The 204 is equipped with a replacement engine documented in the 2014 DEKRA report, which, according to the owner, runs flawlessly and without leaks. Chassis and shock absorber work from 2023, as well as annual winter maintenance performed by the owner, attest to the vehicle’s consistent upkeep. As a special feature, the car has steering wheel-mounted gearshift paddles—a typical characteristic of the 204—as well as original seats. The owner reports that the vehicle has never broken down and is driven year-round. With an H-license plate, available documentation, and well-maintained condition, this rare Peugeot 204 Cabrio offers an interesting opportunity for enthusiasts of French classics.