Issue 204 August 2020 TTHHEE PPEEUUGGEEOOTTIISSTT Club Officials Registrars Committee members are shown in blue Pre-war Janette Horton [email protected] 01543 262466 Vice President: Nick O’Hara 6 Hazell Road, Farnham, Surrey GU9 7BW 202, 302, 402 Richard Barker Tel: 01252 721093 [email protected] 01372 274053 203, D3 Alastair Inglis Chairman: Ian Kirkwood [email protected] 01604 862 369 15 Druids Park, Liverpool L18 3LJ 403, 404, D4 Ken Broughton Tel: 07970 257599 [email protected] 01483 421701 [email protected] 104, Samba Alison Budd Secretary: Mike Lynch [email protected] 01460 57572 81 Northumberland Road, Leamington Spa, 204 & 304 Jonathan Poolman Warks CV32 6HQ [email protected] 01343 544842 Tel: 01926 424377 504 Coupé/Cabriolet & [email protected] all 504 derivatives Gary Charlton [email protected] 01329 833029 Treasurer: Vacant Temporary contact: Chairman 604 Philip Christian [email protected] 07958 624377 Membership Secretary: Rob Exell 205 Jonathan Poolman Rose Cottage, Eathorpe, Leamington Spa, [email protected] 01343 544842 Warks CV33 9DE 305 Jonathan Poolman Tel: 07900 490906 [email protected] 01343 544842 [email protected] 309 David Chapman Events Secretary: Alison Budd [email protected] 07764 191744 Tel: 01460 57572 405 & Diesel specialist Michael Huntley [email protected] [email protected] 01268 561214 Editor: Alastair Inglis 505 Ken Broughton Stone House, Hartwell Road, Roade, [email protected] 01483 421701 Northants NN7 2NT 605 Philip Christian Tel: 01604 862369 [email protected] 07958 624377 [email protected] 06 Series Carl Chambers [email protected] 07889 082466 Classified: Doug Whiffen or 01379 586101 after 6.30pm 43 Glencoe Rd, Coventry CV3 1GJ 07 Series Michael Huntley Tel: 07795 805950 [email protected] 01268 561214’ classifi[email protected] 08 Series Roger Turner Webmaster: Vacant [email protected] 01837 82754 Temporary contact: Membership Secretary weekdays after 6.30pm or weekends Commercials (J Series on) Graham Waller Library: Vacant [email protected] 07971 569678 Temporary contact: Chairman Registrars provide a voluntary service which is Regalia: Vacant strictly for members only. Please avoid leaving Temporary contact: Membership Secretary messages asking them to ring you back! To volunteer or for assistance in any of these areas please contact the Chairman Committee meetings : These normally take place on-line on the first Wednesday of each month. Members wishing to attend or submit a subject for consideration should contact the Secretary two weeks prior. /ClubPeugeotUk www.clubpeugeotuk.org @clubpuguk CPUK Forum http://clubpeugeotuk.proboards.com/ Editorial Contents We mourn the passing of Phil Clatworthy and this issue includes an Chairman’s Chat 4 Appreciation by Members who were fortunate enough to have known him since the early days of the Club. His clear thinking, Membership Matters 5 organisational skills and passion for the marque were the driving Phil Clatworthy Appreciation 7 forces that underpinned the development of this Club for its first 25 years. He was one of the founder members in the summer of Events Calendar 10 1981 and used his Gallic charm and ability to encourage others to 125 Years of Motoring Success 12 help and enjoy the journey. I’m sure I wasn’t the first to experience this when, at my first AGM 20 years ago, to my surprise I found in and Laos 15 myself agreeing to take over the 203 Register and then 2 years in 16 later as Membership Secretary! He was always good company, had The 204 – my first 18 a mischievous sense of humour and will be sorely missed. He was ably assisted by his soul-mate, Marilyn Stansbury, to whom we 204 – Vive la Révolution! 20 extend our sincerest condolences. 304 – plus ça change! 22 As Jonathan Poolman commented, our cover illustration “in a sense, takes the magazine back to its earliest days, when the cover My Journey to 404 Ownership 24 was illustrated by Edwin James and Phil Clatworthy was the My 404 26 Editor – among his several jobs in the Club at the !” It is from a book of illustrations by Jean-Louis Coulon: ‘L’Histoire Passionnée Peugeot News 27 entre Le Lion de et Le Lion d’Afrique’ and sub-titled Classified Ads 30 ‘Peugeot et le ’. This talented artist illustrated Peugeots that took part in virtually every Rally between 1958 and 2002. Additional Contributors: Richard Although 404s and 504s dominated for many of these years, 204s Barker, Peter Beale, Ken Broughton, were perhaps surprising performers, taking the first 6 places in Gary Charlton, Rob Duff, Rob Class B in 1967, with the first one coming home 8th. Hasson, John Hepner, Janette Articles by Rob Duff and Mike Keyse on their 404s help to celebrate Horton, Mick Keyse, Nick O’Hara, the 60th anniversary of one of Peugeot’s most successful models – well designed, robust, and stylish. Even Enzo Ferrari was impressed: Jonathan Poolman he chose a 404 saloon for his daily commuter car and purchased Front cover: 204 East African Safari several estates for members of the racing team to accompany the entrant (J-L Coulon) driven by world-famous racers to different corners of . Back cover: The ‘right’ stable – So Rob Duff is ‘following in the steps of a Master’. 204 and 404 advert circa 1970 Jonathan Poolman helps to celebrate 125 years of Peugeot motor sport success and two of our well-travelled members report on Please submit all articles, photos, Peugeots in far off lands. letters, etc by 30 August for the An interesting Edwardian Peugeot appears in Private Parts. The Type next issue to the Editor via e-mail 153 was produced from 1913 to 1925 in large numbers (for the to [email protected]; time) – over four and a half thousand across 8 different base tel 01604 862369 or by mail to variants and 4 different . It would be a glittering catch for The Editor, CPUK, Stone House, the Club and carry away all the top prizes at a National Rally! Hartwell Rd, Roade NN7 2NT STOP PRESS Typeset by Moira Read As part of the merger between Groupe PSA and Automobiles CPUK is happy for other Peugeot clubs to use the corporate name of the new group will be . 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Views expressed by contributors to this magazine do not necessarily represent those of Club Peugeot UK, and no member of the Club Committee shall be held liable for publication of such views. The Editor reserves the right to publish or withold any material (or any part of any material) submitted for publication, and to publish letters or extracts from letters. Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the content of the magazine, neither the Editor, nor any members of Club Peugeot UK, may be held liable for any errors or inaccuracies nor for any loss or damage arising therefrom. 3 CHAIRMAN’S CHAT It’s July and fingers sensors can cause many hours of head crossed we are scratching whilst sending erroneous messages to beginning to see light the ECU, especially if you buy cheap and they at the end of a very are faulty. Anyway, that’s all behind me now long tunnel! Businesses and the car is running like a dream delivering are beginning to reopen exactly what a modern 200bhp car should. For fully, pubs and the money it’s a lot of car. On the 205 GTI restaurants are opening LeMans front the this weekend and my daughter is over the moon and gearbox that her hairdresser is also reopening on the 4th are now rebuilt and July, so much so she is the first appointment! fantastic. Parts sourcing goes on at a However, life still isn’t back to full normality and pace and my office is there is always the threat of a “second wave” looking more and hanging over us and allowing any public events/ more like a Peugeot shows has not even been mentioned. That is why parts department every day. The bodywork starts we have taken the difficult decision to cancel our in earnest in a couple of weeks and, once National event in 2020 as there were too many underway, I expect it to be done in maybe 2 variables making up the event programme that months (that’s if the restoration of the 202 is we could not control and we are not prepared to anything to go by) which will mean a busy risk anyone’s safety. This is an unprecedented step Autumn for me rebuilding the car! There is also for us at CPUK but the good news is that we my 205 Multivan to get on with which will also have booked the same venues for 2021 so we be getting my attention over the coming weeks. have something to look forward to! Whilst the social side of CPUK has been Recently we have lost one of our founder devastated this year I cannot stress enough to members, Phil Clatworthy, who passed away you the positivity coursing through the whole after a short illness. Phil was instrumental in the Club. We have reached record levels of members formation of CPUK and in its direction in the for a reason. We work hard at every level to early years of The Club. Although he didn’t attend provide all our members with the best value-for- many of our events recently, I normally bumped money membership experience possible. We do into him and Marilyn at Rétromobile in Paris. everything we can to attract new members by Phil had many, many friends in Peugeot Clubs helping with parts or dating letters or general across Europe and we have received messages information which persuades people that we are from people who knew him in those Clubs. Phil THE Peugeot Owners Club to join! I am very also had some wonderful Peugeot vehicles in his proud of what we have all achieved during this ownership. He will be greatly missed by all his most difficult of periods and can assure you of friends in CPUK and I send, on behalf of CPUK, one thing; we will never become complacent condolences to Marilyn and his family. about our success. In fact we will redouble our On my part I have been very, very busy with my efforts to ensure that as a club CPUK emerges projects. My RCZ purchase is fixed and on the from this crisis stronger than ever. I hope to see road now. The lesson I learned was very simple; you all very soon and in the meantime continue do not buy cheap, non-OE sensors off the to stay safe! internet! Peugeot genuine parts are the price PS: How impressed are you all that I got they are for a reason, it’s because they work! through my “Chat” without mentioning Yes, there are other non-critical wear parts that Liverpool FC winning the premier league title for you can buy cheaper which are made by the first time in 30 years? reputable companies but items such as 4 Ian Kirkwood Firstly, I have to give the sad news that one of our founder members, Phil Clatworthy, passed away during June. Phil was a driving force behind the development of the Club for more than 25 years and became one of our first ‘Life Members’. I pass on my condolences to his partner Marilyn who is also a long-standing CPUK member. After that sad opening, I am happy to report that we ended the 2019/2020 membership year on 31st May with a record number of 477 members, 17 more than the 460 target that I set at the 2019 AGM. My earlier fears that Covid was having a detrimental effect on new members joining the Club have been somewhat allayed and, after only 14 new and returning members being listed in my previous report, we have a much more encouraging 38 in the list this time (33 new plus 5 returners). I am keeping my fingers crossed that this could provide the basis for us to reach the magic 500 by next May. Of course, achieving that goal depends heavily on the number of you who renew your membership. Renewals became due on 1st June and I am happy to report that around 66% of you have renewed so far. This is still some way short of my 80% target so, if you are due to renew and have not yet done so, please take note of this reminder. All non-renewers will be moved to ‘Expired’ status at the end of August and will lose all membership benefits including delivery of this wonderful magazine. The large tranche of joiners this time bring with them a real eclectic mix of Pugs, ranging from 305, a 405 and three 505s, 2 of which are three 203s from the 1950s through to a 3008 owned by Phil Goodson. Phil, together with his SUV built in 2018. After a long period of ruling son, has rescued his father’s two GTI Estates the roost, it seems that 205s are no longer in from long-term storage. One is now road-ready the ascendancy and, although 304 Cabriolets and work is about to start on the other. Phil still arrive in amazing numbers, I think that it is joining the Club has also persuaded brother the recent upsurge in J7 and J9 in various Geoff to re-join the Club with his great looking configurations that is the trend ‘du jour’. 504 Coupe, so thanks for that Phil (see pics). Estates also make a strong showing, especially in After welcoming our first member from the generally under-represented 05 series, with a Sweden in the previous edition, we now 5 have another member from Scandinavia with For the time being Robin’s ‘’ has been filed Veli Nousiainen becoming our first member under ‘Other’ in my database but maybe in time from with his 1007. we will see many other under the Peugeot banner when the merger with FCA finally comes Maybe the most interesting addition this time is to fruition. the P4 ‘military jeep’ owned by Robin North from Oundle. I must admit that I was not previously Finally, although the CPUK National Rally has aware of this Peugeot product, which was built been postponed until next year, I hope that I will primarily for the French army and was a collabo - get the chance to meet up with some of you at ration between Peugeot and Mercedes with a the CPUK AGM in Coventry at the end of 504 engine and 604 being fitted to November. a Mercedes G Class. It seems that there was also Rob Exell a civilian version which did not sell so well.

NEW MEMBERS Name County Model(s) owned Susan Clark Norfolk 203 C 1956 LHD Andrew Stephens Wilts 104 ZL 1981 Philip Nolan Essex 405 GTX Saloon 1994 Geoffrey Goodson Sussex 504 Coupe 1978 LHD Mike McGing Surrey 406 Coupe 1999 James Williams Highlands 205 Zest 1992 Eleanor Mordaunt Hampshire 304 Cabriolet 1973 Carsten Saenger London 407 SW 2006 Phil Walters Dorset J9 1990 LHD Gary McKelvey Denbighshire 505 GR Estate 1991 Chris Willmott Hampshire 304 Cabriolet 1973 Mark Kenyon Lancs 205 GTI 1.9 1993 Tim Portsmouth Essex 203 C 1958 LHD Michael Hewison Isle-of-Man 205 GTI 1.9 1988 Gary Carson Northern-Ireland 404 Pick-Up 1979 LHD Bob Ford Essex BB1 Cyclo Moped 1963 Christine Mitchell Essex 206 LX 2002 Nick Hanmer Surrey 304 Cabriolet 1975 John Reddie London 504 Coupe 1973 LHD Chris Paley Warks 205 GTI 1.6 1989 Mark Fane Hampshire 304 Cabriolet 1973 Nick Dann J7 Van 1972 LHD Paul Barnes Yorkshire 406 Coupe 1999 Iain Gray Fife 306 Cabriolet 1995 Tony Drake Wilts 406 Saloon 1996 Marcus Garry Beard Yorkshire 203 Pick-Up 1952 LHD Andy Papacharalambous London 304 Cabriolet 1973 Bruce Lowe Avon 305 GTX Estate 1986 Richard Paul Gutteridge West Midlands 307 CC 2006 Claire Coles Lincs J7 Van 1973 Mike Dorrington West Midlands 405 Mi16x4 1990 Robin North Northants P4 Military 1991 LHD Fraser Watson Staffs 3008 SUV 2018 David Harding Sussex 607 Saloon 2005 Terry Board Northants 405 GL Estate 1993 Phil Goodson Middlesex 505 GTI Estate x 2 1989 Sophie Edwards London J7 Camper 1977 LHD Veli Pekka Nousiainen Finland 1007 Urban 2007

6 Life Members: Phil Clatworthy †, Nick O’Hara, Janette Horton and John Horton PHIL CLATWORTHY – an Appreciation

Some of his many friends record their thoughts and memories

John Hepner the 21st and 25th anniversary events of CPUK in 2002 and 2006 respectively. Angela and I first met Phil and Marilyn 30 We enjoyed countless happy trips to Europe with years ago, when we Phil and Marilyn over the years – the 504 CC 25th set off for the Peugeot anniversary in Beaune in 1994 when they used Centenary celebrations the Beale’s second 504 cab, the 30th anniversary in Sochaux at the end of the 504CC in 1999 when they borrowed Geoff of May 1990. The Sizzey’s magnificent copper-coloured 504 V6 CPUK contingent coupé, plus countless IAPM events, Touraine gathered on Dover Rallies and GAVAP Champagne Rallies. Phil in typical pose, docks to take the ferry After one memorable Champagne Rally, we Eguisheim, May 2010 and then drive were invited to Joseph Riche’s abreuvoir through France in loose convoy. There we also (watering place) in Chamouille, to sample his met Peter and Anne Beale (in their original green wines and champagnes, climbing down a 504 cab, as well as Pat Sellar with his maroon narrow ladder into an underground grotto full left-hand drive 504 cab). Phil and Marilyn were, of wonderful vintages which Joseph kept of course, driving their faithful 1957 vintage pressing us to sample. After several hours of 403, which had originally belonged to Phil’s concentrated quaffing, and somewhat worse for grandfather. wear, we drove back to the nearby hotel where We soon became firm friends and it was Phil’s 203 cabriolet was found the next morning through Phil (Marilyn always called him Philip …) parked at a very strange angle. and Marilyn that we English CPUK members Phil’s faithful 403 kept soldiering on for many were introduced to the European Peugeot years until he (with the help of Ken Broughton) fraternity, subsequently being invited to started on a complete restoration. Apart from participate in so many events which we would the 403, Phil had a 203 cabriolet which, after an never have been able to do without Phil’s unfortunate engine problem en route to connections. With his fluent French (having Sochaux in 2010, has been laid up since. On been brought up in France and lived there until that trip, coinciding with his 60th birthday, he was 7) he was at ease with the conti nentals some of the English contingent (Alastair and and they, in turn, felt an affinity with him. Myra Inglis, Ken and Lynn Broughton, Angela The first French event we attended after the and I), had planned an overnight stop en route Centenary was Joël Fortin’s 1992 Touraine Rally. in Châlons-en-Champagne. Phil and Marilyn had It was an exhausting 3-day marathon of visits, arranged a celebratory dinner at a local eating, drinking and socialising; there we met restaurant with a birthday cake baked specially Jean-Claude and Marise Chaussat, Marie Thérèse for the occasion. They had to return home to Delorme and the mad Dutch dentist Ingmar fetch another car, so missed the dinner. It was Ingenegeren, among many others. strange to be celebrating without the guest of honour. The next morning we loaded the cake Phil and Marilyn were superb organisers of these into one of the cars, taking it on to Sochaux events, with everything planned and costed to where we shared it with Phil and Marilyn when the last detail, so that it all went like clockwork. they arrived. Angela and I appreciated this in later years when we were involved in organising the first UK Phil’s pride and joy was the 1934 right-hand- International Peugeot Meeting in Birmingham in drive one-owner 601 cabriolet, which he 1995, the second one in Kent in 2003 as well as found in Scotland, and had meticulously 7 restored over several years. Few of us have had with his ability and knowledge, the Club started the privilege of seeing this car – it is magnificent. to become stronger as the membership Phil was a stickler for doing things properly, increased. He spoke French, which was useful down to the last detail of trim or bodywork. when organising the many trips to other French car clubs. Phil became Chairman in 1986 after Phil had a long career with the Horseracing Levy Jimmy James and later was President. He will be Board, from which he so often threatened to remembered as being the backbone of the Club. retire from the age of 55 – eventually doing so He was a great man who did so much for CPUK. some years later. He and Marilyn moved from outer London to Kent a couple of years ago and Peter Beale it is a cruel blow that they have had so short a I first met Philip Clatworthy in 1981 whilst time in which to enjoy their new home. attending my initial CPUK Committee Meeting. As co-founder of CPUK, with Jimmy James, Nick This was after purchasing my first 504 Cabriolet. O’Hara, Ken Broughton and John Waller Phil We instantly got on well, and with his partner later took on the posts of Secretary and Marilyn, my wife Anne and I spent many happy Chairman, latterly becoming President. He and enjoyable times together – Club rallies in guided the Club over many years and only took the UK and abroad, holidays and visits with a back in the mid 2000s. But everyone friends to our respective homes. knew that if there was ever a query or any It was hard not to like Philip, with his keen sense information required, Phil was the man to ask. of humour, and easy, outgoing and enthusiastic He was always there, quietly in the background, personality. His French background, coupled the wise owl, dispensing carefully considered and with an almost encyclopaedic knowledge of all sound advice. His wit was sharp and dry; he had things Peugeot was a tremendous asset to the a wicked sense of humour. I fondly recall Angela Club and to its members. and me being presented with a florally decorated Adderley chamber-pot for our silver wedding Under his Chairmanship of CPUK the Club anniversary; and at the CPUK 25th anniversary expanded and benefitted in so many ways; lunch, I was given a petrol can for having organising the first French rally in 1990 with travelled the shortest distance to the event. L’Aventure Peugeot to Sochaux was a great and memorable success, one which brought Club I’ve had a sentimental journey sorting through members close together and resulted in several my photos of gatherings over the past 30 years. long lasting friendships being formed. There he is, always with a smile on his face, Subsequent rallies which Phil and Marilyn sometimes laughing hysterically, often with a arranged left everyone who attended them with cigarette or glass of wine in hand, on many many happy, shared memories – the Irish and occasions sporting his well-worn leather jacket. Italian ones stand out vividly in my mind. When When he had a serious point to make, there’d Phil decided to stand down from the be an intense focus with a finger wagging, as if Chairmanship, his friendship, and total support to emphasise his argument. More recent to all of us in the Club continued as strongly as members of CPUK may not have known Phil and before, with the result that I was encouraged to so not recognise the huge contribution he made take on the vacant post, a position I was very to the establishment of CPUK and its continuing proud to accept. Over the years Phil’s collection success for so long a period. of Classic Peugeots grew, from his favourite 403 This was the Phil we knew and loved and, my saloon, in which he was frequently to be seen, goodness, how we will all miss him so sorely. to his last restoration project – a rare cabriolet. Nick O’Hara It has been a great privilege for all who knew I first met Phil at the Hogs Back Hotel near him to have enjoyed and shared his friendship. It Farnham to discuss forming a Peugeot club. He is a bitter blow to lose so true and loyal a friend. had placed an advertisement in a national car I am sure that everyone will wish to send their magazine to which I responded. He was the deepest sympathies and love to Marilyn. 8 mainstay of the Club for many years and, Ken Broughton I first met Phil at the very beginning of the Club’s formation. Phil had only just taken over ownership of his 403 from his grandfather. We attended many of the early rallies, before being side-tracked by house restoration and working away from home. Even though we kept in touch with Phil by phone over the years, it was not until we went on the GAVAP rally with Phil & Marilyn that the bug bit us again. We went in our 505 GTi but felt it was too young for these trips to France. We then decided to restore our 403 and were truly indebted to Phil for all the help he gave us Leaving for CPUK 21st anniversary rally, April 2002 by introducing us to all his contacts in France. and Rétromobile, and enjoyed his and Marilyn’s Since the restoration was completed in 2005 we company at meals where we chatted and have done many rallies with Phil & Marilyn, exchanged experiences. Since he retired from including the 50th Anniversary of the 403 where the Club affairs we had not had much we followed Phil through the Paris rush hour on opportunity of meeting up but in October of a Friday evening, which is no joke !! last year we waved to each other in the car park Over the past years we have done many, many of the Calais terminal of the Channel Tunnel rallies with Phil & Marilyn, many of which were although it was not possible to chat. He will be organised by them. These also included annual missed and my condolences go out to Marilyn. holidays in our old cars, visiting wineries known Gary Charlton to Phil, and going to small autojumbles. Also Jo and I have known Phil since the early days of included were the Caen Retro rally and the the Club 38 years ago. He was such a character Dieppe Casino rally, both of which were excellent. with his charm and wit that for us he became The one abiding memory we have of Phil was his almost synonymous with the Club. The Club was excellent knack of picking superb restaurants small and close then and together with partner where food and wine matched perfectly. We Marilyn we had a lot of fun. Of course my 504 never had a bad meal when with him. enthusiasm needed fuelling in these pre-internet He will be sadly missed as you don’t come days and magazine arti-cles needed translating. across people like Phil every day, but we will Phil, with his bi lingual skills, would always have plenty of good memories of him through oblige after the usual playful grumble. Marilyn. It is always sad to lose a good friend. We are so sad that he has now gone but will Richard Barker always remember all those good times. RIP I was sorry to learn that Phil Clatworthy recently died. I joined the Club around 30 years ago and “Thank You” Phil ! at that time Phil was President, and was one of, if not the main, stalwarts of the Club. He was a It was summer 1983 – we had recently Peugeot man through and through, having an completed restoration on our 1925 Peugeot eclectic selection of rare models. As well as Type 172R, and whilst we were having dinner being one of the founders he dealt personally my husband John just happened to mention with many of the duties involved, whether that there was a club for Peugeots and that producing “The Peugeotist” for a long period or there was an event on the Sunday if we were organising events. He was more than a interested. There was no internet in those days figurehead, and the Club owes much to him. I and so he must have read it in a paper or regularly bumped into him at Auto jumbles in magazine. The event was in the grounds Syon France, in particular the annual visits to Reims continued on p11 9 EEvveennttss CCaalleennddaarr Hello everyone Club Peugeot UK’s pre-National Rally Dinner I do hope that you are all keeping safe and well in The Lion Quays Waterside Resort, Weston Rhyn, Gobowen, Oswestry SY11 3EN this very strange year. You won’t be surprised that Saturday 5th September 2020 many planned events have already been cancelled POSTPONED UNTIL SAT 4TH SEP 2021 and others (those that are currently still going ahead) are under constant review. So, I think this Club Peugeot UK’s National Rally must be the shortest events listing I’ve ever Brynkinalt Hall, Chirk compiled. Wrexham LL14 5NS We have taken the decision to cancel our own Sunday 6th September 2020 National Rally weekend, in the interests of health POSTPONED UNTIL SUN 5TH SEPTEMBER 2021 and safety. This is very unfortunate but we felt it Contact: Alison Budd (01460 57572) or was the only responsible course of action. The email [email protected] planned weekend in the Shropshire area has been re-arranged for the same weekend in 2021. Goodwood Revival The Goodwood Estate I can only say that it would be in your best Chichester PO18 0EX interests to ascertain directly with the organisers Friday 11th – Sunday 13th September 2020 that any event is definitely on before you leave Contact: Tickets and further information available home in your beloved Peugeot. It really is a case of at www.goodwood.com ‘wait and see’. Take care! The Weaver Wander Nantwich, Cheshire Alison Budd: (01460 57572) or Saturday 12th September 2020 email [email protected] A charity event, this is a 3-option route starting in Amendments from previous listings are printed in italics Nantwich and finishing at a country house venue. Entry costs £20 and more information – including KEY: the registration form – is available on the website. Blue = CPUK organised/officially entered event There is also the Audlem Music Festival for those Green = other event of interest to CPUK Red = updated information regarding dates wishing to make a weekend in the area. For further information: www.weaverwander.co.uk AUGUST 2020 Classic Car & Restoration Show, NEC Birmingham Peter Best Insurance Meet, Friday 7th August – Sunday 9th August 2020 Peter Best Insurance Services Braxted Park Estate, Great Braxted POSTPONED UNTIL 26th –28th MARCH 2021 Witham near Chelmsford CM8 3EN For further information: www.necrestorationshow.co.uk Sunday 27th September 2020 POSTPONED UNTIL SUNDAY 16TH MAY 2021 SEPTEMBER 2020 Contact: Alison Budd (01460 57572) or Beaulieu International Autojumble email [email protected] Beaulieu, Brockenhurst Hants SO42 7ZN Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th September 2020 OCTOBER 2020 POSTPONED UNTIL 2021 L’Aventure Peugeot International Meeting Sochaux, France For further information: (01590 614614) or www.beaulieu.co.uk Friday 2nd October – Sunday 4th October 2020 Undoubtedly a great celebration, this weekend will Club Peugeot UK’s National Rally Weekend celebrate 210 years of the Peugeot brand. Only driving tour around the Denbigh area open to members of L’Aventure itself, there are still Saturday 5th September 2020 places available if you act quickly following the POSTPONED UNTIL SAT 4TH SEPTEMBER 2021 instructions in the communication you were sent Contact: Alison Budd (01460 57572) or directly from Sochaux. 10 email [email protected] Contact: https://www.laventurepeugeotcitroends.fr/en/ Peugeot Festival, Prescott Hillclimb NOVEMBER 2020 Gotherington, Cheltenham GL52 9RD Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show Sunday 18th October 2020 CANCELLED NEC Birmingham Contact: Doug Whiffen (07795 805950) or Friday 13th, Saturday 14th & email [email protected] Sunday 15th November 2020 The largest show in the UK and all under cover Salon Champenois du Vehicule de Collection too! CPUK will once again be exhibiting at this Parc des Expositions prestigious event and with so much to see, you’ll Reims, France need at least a full day. Watch out for the special Saturday 24th & 25th October 2020 ticket offers coming soon in the Peugeotist. REARRANGED DATE FROM Contact: Ian Kirkwood (07970 257599) or SPRING 2020 CANCELLATION email [email protected] With cars and on display and a large autojumble, this is a great one to go to if you are CPUK AGM prepared to hop across the Channel. Pinley House Further information: https://www.2ce-salons-reims.com/ 2 Sunbeam Way, Coventry CV3 1ND 33eme-salon-champenois-du-vehicule-de-collection.html Sunday 29th November 2020 Further details will be confirmed nearer the time. Restoration Show & Great British Autojumble Contact: Mike Lynch (01926 424377) or Stoneleigh Park, Coventry email [email protected] POSTPONED UNTIL 2021 Contact: www.restoration-show.co.uk/

“Thank You” Phil (continued from p9 ) not going are you?” . We said that we were thinking of making tracks back home when Phil Park which was quite a distance from Lichfield, said: “You’ve just been awarded the Peter but the venue have a lovely stately home and a Durrant Trophy!” “Butterfly House” which was something of interest for our 3 children, the youngest being WOW!! We had no idea! We never expected a less than 2 years old … and so just the job! trophy! We were just pleased to come along with On Sunday we put the little car on the trailer, the Peugeot for a day out. Needless to say, we didn’t continue to put the little car on the trailer packed our picnic and set off for the event. We and people came over to chat about the little car. It arrived at Syon Park late morning and spotted must have seemed rather strange and unsociable of the group of Peugeots in a semi-circular display. us to be missing all that time! We never really I suppose there were about 25 –30 cars … mainly thought about it. It was just a lovely day out! I am of 1950s and ’60s era and a couple of pre-war so pleased that Phil came up us and said those cars. The event was the young club’s “Club words! And the rest is history!! Peugeot UK National Rally”. We unloaded the 172 and slipped it into place, and went over to We have met Phil and Marilyn many times over the the CPUK registration tent to register. Marilyn past 37 years and have always enjoyed their and other Peugeotists welcomed us and I company. Phil’s mother was French. He always remember seeing some very tasty French style embraced and enjoyed the French connection of the Peugeot marque. He was knowledgeable and nibbles; however there was no time to stop as interested in many things and was charismatic with our family were keen to see Butterfly House! French charm too! I have probably never actually About 3 hours later (!) we returned to the thanked him for coming up to us and speaking to Peugeots … a few more Peugeots had arrived us at that very first ‘Peugeot’ event and so I will do and a couple had already left. After having had it now : “‘Thank you’ Phil! R.I.P. We will always an interesting day John said: “Time to make remember you!” and our sincere condolences to tracks home now …”. Marilyn whom we do hope that will join us all at As we started to prepare for departure and put some CPUK events in the future. the 172R back on the trailer when Phil Janette, John and the Horton family Clatworthy came up to us and said: “You’re 11 125 years of Peugeot motoring success

Peugeot 1913 Indianapolis winner

Peugeot News release, 15.06.20 Paul Koechlin, was declared winner after the first two vehicles were found to be in breach of the Peugeot is celebrating 125 years of motorsport competition rules. Koechlin completed the heritage as it marks the anniversary of its victory 1,178km (731 mile) race in 59 hours and 48 at the first ever recorded motor race – the epic minutes. Paris–Bordeaux–Paris event, which ran between 11–14 June 1895. The landmark anniversary also 1912–19: Peugeot became a three-time Indy coincides with the original dates of this year’s 500 winner between 1913 and 1919. French postponed Le Mans endurance race – a racing driver Jules Goux won the Indy 500 in competition Peugeot has won on three 1913, becoming the first person outside the occasions. In 2022, Peugeot will return to United States to win – clocking an average endurance racing and look to write the next speed of 75.933 mph at the 200-lap race. chapter of its motorsport story. Peugeot also won the race in 1916 and 1919. In 1912 and 1913, Peugeot won the Grand Prix de Since the 3.7 bhp Type 7 triumphed in 1895, l’Automobile Club de France. Peugeot has tasted success across the globe, competing with distinction everywhere from The 1960s: The 404 became a quadruple frozen world rally stages in Scandinavia, the winner of the East African Safari Rally, taking the towering dunes of the Dakar and even the high wins in 1963, 1966, 1967 and 1968. Due to the altitude challenge of the Pikes Peak International difficult conditions in both 1963 and 1968, only Hill Climb. seven vehicles made it to the finish – representing just eight per cent of the field – 1895: A Type 7 won the 1895 Paris–Bordeaux– earning them all the nickname of the Paris race on 13 June, which is considered to be ‘Unsinkable Seven’. In 1963, 3 of the 7 finishers the first-ever car race in history. Arriving initially were Peugeots (Two 404s and 403–7) and in in third place, the 1.3-litre car, driven by 12 1968 there were two 404s. The 1970s: Peugeot secured its status as a rally Finnish drivers and Juha icon in the 1970s. In 1975, the 504 won the Kankkunen. Safari Rally, and the Bandama The 1980s also saw Peugeot win the Pikes Peak Rally. The following year, the 504 won the Rallye International Hill Climb in Colorado, USA, in du Maroc and Bandama Rally once more. In 1988 and 1989. The 405 T16 piloted by Ari 1978, piloting a 504 Coupé V6, Jean-Pierre Vatanen in 1988 was captured in the film Climb Nicolas won the Safari Rally for a third time in Dance which has achieved cult status among the decade for Peugeot, with the brand also motorsport enthusiasts. clinching the Ivory Coast Rally. The 1990s brought success across a number of The 1980s were the heydays of , thanks categories. In 1992, Peugeot won the to the iconic era. During this period, Le Mans 24 Hours endurance race for the first Peugeot tasted success thanks to a number of time, with the 3.5-litre V10 905, piloted by Finnish rally aces and one brilliant car. The 205 Derek Warwick, Yannick Dalmas and Mark T16 became a legend in the hands of Timo Blundell. The following year, the Peugeot Salonen and , winning the Sport team achieved a podium lockout with the drivers’ and manufacturers’ championship in 905. Peugeot also starred in a number of 1985 and 1986. The turbo-charged 205 T16 domestic championships, winning two drivers’ was one of the most successful cars of the titles in the French Rally Championship with the Group B era. 306 Maxi, while the 406 won the German Super Peugeot conquered the punishing Paris–Dakar Touring Championship in 1996. Rally four times between 1987 and 1990 with In the early 2000s Peugeot returned to the the 205 T16 and the 405 T16 in the hands of top steps of the . 13 Piloting the 206 WRC, Finnish rally legend In 2013, Peugeot returned to the Pikes Peak Marcus Grönholm won two drivers’ champion - International Hill Climb in Colorado. In ships in 2000 and 2002, with Peugeot taking association with Red Bull, Peugeot built a three constructors titles between 2000 and bespoke vehicle for the Unlimited Class – the 2002. In 2005, won the French 875bhp and 875kg 208 T16. Piloted by French Rally Championship in a WRC. rally star Sebastien Loeb, Peugeot broke the Peugeot also continued to celebrate at Le Mans previous class record of 9m46.164s by more – the ground-breaking 908 HDi FAP used a than a minute, with a time of 8m13.878s. In 5.5 -litre V12 twin-turbo to win 2015, the World Rally Cross Championship was the 2007 Le Mans Series. The use of HDi diesel added to the Peugeot trophy cabinet after Team technology for improved fuel economy and Peugeot-Hansen won the constructor’s performance has since made its way into championship with the WRX. Peugeot’s road car range. In 2009, the 908 HDi A year later, Peugeot returned to the Dakar with FAP took a one-two win at Le Mans 24 Hours. the Peugeot 2008DKR, driven by Stephane Having left the World Rally Championship at the Peterhansel and his co-pilot Jean-Paul Cottret, end of 2005, Peugeot switched its focus on the winning the 2016 event. Peugeot continued its newly created Intercontinental Rally Challenge success the following year with an the following year. Peugeot dominated the all-new 3008DKR, powered by a 3.0-litre twin championship between 2007 and 2009, with turbo V6 HDi diesel engine, producing 360bhp Kris Meeke winning the title in 2009 piloting a and 800Nm of torque. Stephane Peterhansel 207 S2000. took his 13th career win at Dakar behind the wheel of the 3008DKR, with the 3008DKR also The 2010s: Peugeot started the new decade by winning the Silk Way Rally, which ran from winning the Intercontinental Le Mans Cup in Moscow, Russia, through Kazakhstan and ended both 2010 and 2011, with the 908 HDi FAP in . continuing its domination on international race tracks. In 2011, Peugeot won five of the seven The Dakar Rally was once more conquered by races that made up the Intercontinental Le Mans the Peugeot 3008DKR 2018, but this time with Cup. Peugeot also notched up the 2010 Le rallying ace Carlos Sainz behind the wheel. The Mans Series with the 908 HDi FAP. Spaniard took his third career Dakar Rally win in 2018. 2011 was the last year the 908 HDi FAP raced due to regulation changes, with the World opposite page ( l–r) The 1967 Safari-winning 404 of Bert Endurance Championship succeeding the Shankland and Chris Rothwell • Safari • Peugeot International Le Mans Cup from 2012 onwards. 205 T16 • T16 • below

14 Peugeots in the Land of the Free & the Three Kingdoms

by Rob Hasson

I have been driving only 404s and 504s for the last forty years. My fondness for them came from spending a lot of time in in the 1980s where they were seen as the best cars for African roads. Since then, whenever I go to foreign lands, which I still do a lot, I am always looking out for them. As they are fifty-odd years old now, there are not many left being used. Argentina still has some on the roads; in they only come out for rallies now; and in Africa they have been worked to death, with being the last stronghold of 504s. In Aswan, in the south, 25% of cars on the road are still 504s, 404s and 505s! So, as I was off to Thailand and Laos this winter, I was hoping to catch a glimpse of the rarely seen 504 crew cab pick-up which, I believe, was assembled there (they love the crew-cab pick- ups in Thailand to this day). Well, I kept my eyes peeled everywhere I went; the boss came out and showed me on his not a sniff of one. Even in Laos, an old French calculator that it was for sale for £10,000!!! The Colony till the 1950s, only a couple of conversation ended there due to lack of English Traction avants and a Citroën ID 19 in a terrible and Thai. I think he had $ signs in his eyes. state that belonged to some Prince! Across the road more familiar sights appeared: a My last week I was in Kanchanaburi, near the 305 saloon, a 205, and a couple of 405s. No Burmese border, where the River Kwai bridge is one spoke English so I couldn’t find out why, in and cemeteries of the poor Souls who built the five weeks, I hadn’t seen any Peugeots and, yet, railway there. Whilst driving in a taxi out of town here was a little enclave of them. Oh! The I glimpsed a familiar sight: a rear end of a 403 mysteries of this world! saloon! About turn and, sure enough, a RHD Well, off to Aswan next winter, I suppose. 403 saloon (they drive on the left in Thailand).

The car seemed in fairly good condition, except headers: 403 with unusual wheels the colour, of course. As soon as they noticed me above: Sad-looking 205 • 405 in for servicing 15 PPeeuuggeeoott iinn AArrggeennttiinnaa

1 2 By John Hepner

On a visit to Argentina late in 2018, I was second series, and available with 1.6 or 2 litre fascinated by the number of old cars still on the petrol engines. This model is used by the Buenos roads, most of them in a very run-down state, Aires police and they are to be seen patrolling appearing to be held together with wire and the streets throughout the city. Most of the string. They were mainly Ford Falcons and older models were 504s, either saloons or pick- Peugeot 504s, and the poorer the area, the ups, the latter usually fitted with wider wheels. more of them were to be seen rattling down the In , the areas of San Telmo and La streets and highways. I don’t think any of them Boca were ideal places for spotting battered would have passed an MoT test! 504s, some looking abandoned, others in an Peugeot has a long history in Argentina, dating almost roadworthy state. Further afield, up- back to Roberto Lehmann importing the first 4 country in the Mendoza and Tupungato areas in Peugeot Type 57 models in 1904. In later years the Andes foothills there is an even larger the 201, 202, 203 and 403 were imported. In proportion of run-down old cars, many of them 1960 local assembly of the 403 on a CKD basis Peugeots from the 80s … mostly 504s, a few commenced with 2,071 cars produced that year. 505s and I even spotted a 404 looking rather Production continued until 1965, with a total of sorry for itself, abandoned beside a shack in the 22,120 cars coming off the assembly lines. The winelands. 404 was also assembled from 1962 to 1981 The 301 model has been designed for third with a total of 162,580 cars and this continued world countries, yet I saw few of them with the most successful of the range, the 504, compared to the many 408s on the roads. The assembled from 1969 to 1999 with a total of most interesting modern car was the Hoggar, a 496,693 cars. The 505 couldn’t match these small pickup based on the 207 Compact model figures with only 91,920 cars being produced (or 206+), designed and produced in from 1981 to 1995. Since then the 405, 306, from 2011 to 2014. Only 1800 were imported 206 and 207 have been manufactured in into Argentina in the three years of production. Argentina. Currently the 308 and 408 models It was available in XR, SX and Escapade trims, all are made locally, with the 208 being produced with a 1.6 litre . The 308 model in Brazil and 2008 and 3008 imported fully sold in Argentina is first series rather than the built-up. series 2 we have in Europe. Other oddities were The 408 is a saloon model based on the 407, 206 and 307 with boots as opposed to 16 in production since 2010, now into the . 3 4

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Across the River Plate in , I saw a similar Peugeot is currently 7th in the Argentinean sales range of older Peugeots, plus the 301 and chart. Hoggar. I even came across a current version of the 308SW, so possibly this model is sold there CAPTIONS and not in Argentina. 1. A lonely 404 • 2. 505 SR • 3. A 504 taxi, maybe • 4. 504 pickup at Tupungato • 5. Hoggar Escapade and 504 pickup in There is an active Peugeot club in Argentina, the Tupungato • 6. Partner Patagónica • 7. 207 Hoggar Club Peugeot Clásicos de Argentina. Escapade • 8. A Hoggar XR 17 The 204 – mmyy ffiirrsstt ccaarr

by John Hepner

What a fortunate choice I made in buying a the quality of the cars (one of the seven best- in 1967; for, not only has it led to built cars in the world, said Car and Driver in the over half a century of happy motoring in well USA of the 403 in the 50s) and the fact that over 20 Peugeots, but has also enabled me to many components were manufactured in-house meet so many wonderful Peugeot enthusiasts, in those days. make countless friends and take part in scores of So, on 12 July 1967 I collected my Polar White happy events both in the UK and throughout 204 saloon, serial number 6 261 506, from Europe. main agents Sydney Clow & Co in By mid-1967, I had saved up enough to buy a Johannesburg. I paid R1916, less R83 discount. modestly priced new car. I wanted something Cars in those days weren’t equipped with radios, better than the run-of-the mill Ford Cortina, so that was the only extra I had fitted later. Austin 1100 or Fiat 124- but my budget of In the 1960s Peugeots in were R2000 in South Africa wouldn’t stretch to assembled as CKD (completely knocked down) anything as exotic as an Alfa Romeo Giulia or a units at the National Motor Assemblies plant in BMW 1600. After researching the market Natalspruit, south of Johannesburg. This was carefully, the choice came down to two models- owned by Stanley Motors, the assembly lines the Peugeot 204 or the 16 – both fairly being shared with the 404 as well as the Rootes revolutionary cars compared to what had been Group Hunter and produced until then – the 204 with its models, Rover 2000 and Rambler – a strange transverse engine and front wheel drive and the mix of models. R16 pioneering the generation. Local assembly in South Africa in those days It almost came to a toss of the coin, but wasn’t top grade, so there were teething something instinctive told me to choose the problems with dust-proofing, odd rattles etc, 204! Why a 204? Peugeot had always enjoyed a but mechanically the car was reliable because good reputation in South Africa for ruggedness the engines were imported as complete units. and reliability; the company was conservative Peugeot had a reputation as a tough car – after and thorough, run by the modest, low-key all it was called ‘the Africa Car’ and this was the Peugeot family, on the borders of Switzerland, era of several wins in the East African Safari so there was a good work ethic, mixing Rally. So, I had high expectations of my 204, 18 French flair with Swiss detail. I also admired careering at speed over rough roads throughout take it back to South Africa. But, due to the the country, and South West Africa consequences of the unrest in France in 1968 over the next few years. The comfort and soft and subsequent disruption to the newly suspension made it an ideal choice for the launched 504 production line, supplies were terrain and, despite modest acceleration and top very limited and I couldn’t obtain one. So I speed, it would cruise happily at 70mph+ all decided to keep the 204, ship it to England and day. I’d think nothing of driving 750 miles in a use it for my 3-month trip around the UK and day; on one occasion I drove non-stop on my Europe; this was cheaper than hiring a car. I own from Johannesburg to Cape Town, a drove over 9000 miles throughout Europe. distance of 935 miles, in just under 14 hours on Returning to England, the 204 was then shipped single carriage-way roads, thus averaging back to Durban so it was waiting for me after 66mph – and there were no motorways in I’d completed my trip around the world via South Africa in those days. I recall one occasion, , the USA, Japan, Hong Kong and returning from a weekend in the Drakensberg Australia. mountains, careering down a steep gravel road The 204 continued to give me good service, but towards a bridge, 4 of us plus luggage on during 1970 I decided it was time to have a board, not realising that there was a slight gap new car, and so ordered a new 1971 model 304 between the road and the concrete of the saloon (which I still have) to be delivered in Paris bridge – we hit this at about 50mph and bent in November. By that time I’d met Angela, so all four wheel rims. Fortunately this didn’t when we married in May 1971, I gave her the puncture the tyres and we were able to continue 204, which she had christened ‘Pierre’, as a our journey of another 250 miles back to wedding present. When in October 1972 I was Johannesburg. provided with a company car, a 404 Estate, the Most of the problems I experienced with the car 204 unfortunately had to go. Much as I would were minor with the only major breakdown I have liked to keep Pierre, I couldn’t then afford suffered being in Rhodesia in 1968 when an oil to run an additional car, so with 90 000 miles pump pinion seized. I had to be towed about on the clock, we sadly said farewell to the 204 30 miles to Bulawayo and then wait a few days for a trade-in price of 25% of what I’d paid. for a replacement part to be air freighted from And, as they, say, the rest is history – the Johannesburg. Peugeot bug had bitten! However, my 204 ownership came full circle when, 43 years later, I When planning my ‘Grand Tour’ of the UK and bought a 204 cabriolet, but that’s another story. Europe in 1969, I thought it a good time to upgrade the 204 and tried to order a new 504 headers: When almost new, Bryanston, 1967 • Proud owner, for delivery in France. In those days, one could Swaziland, 1968 buy a car tax-free, use it in Europe and then above: In Drakensberg, 1970 19 estate version of the 204 220044 –– VViivvee llaa RRéévvoolluuttiioonn!! followed in September 1965 and, in October 1966, Peugeot introduced the hatchback coupé and cabriolet, as well as a 2 -door van, which completed the range. Perhaps to emphasise its position in comparison with the 404, the 204 had a fairly basic level of trim, with (practical) rubber mats throughout and leatherette upholstery, but its light weight permitted good performance and low fuel 204 Saloon consumption. In 1968, Peugeot augmented the range with a diesel engine for the estate and van and in 1973 offered it in the saloon. In 1975 the 204 was mildly facelifted and received a petrol engine also fitted to the 104. The coupé and cabriolet were superseded by the 304 variants in 1970 and production of the saloon, estate and van ceased in 1976. April 1965 The heart of the 204 was the XK3 engine, for heralded a new French the time and its market position, a highly Revolution of sorts when advanced design. It was an all-alloy unit with Peugeot launched the 204. It no removable wet liners, an overhead camshaft and resemblance to any model the company had sump-mounted transmission, which minimised previously produced, in either appearance or its width. Although its capacity was only 1130 cc , mechanical layout and, apart from some it produced 53 bhp, later marginally increased switches and controls, it shared nothing with to 55 bhp in its XK4 version from 1969, when it previous models. Whereas the 203 developed received a modified . The engine into the 403, which in turn shared components was significantly over-square, so maximum with the 404, Peugeot started with a clean sheet power was produced at a fairly high 5800 rpm, for the 204, in a project that lasted 7 years. The giving the car (as tested by Autocar) a top speed layout was also novel for France: Citroën of 86 mph, a relatively leisurely 0 –60 mph time pioneered front-wheel drive with a longitudinal (by modern standards) of 22 seconds and fuel engine in the Traction and subsequent models, consumption of 32 mpg. The diesel engine which Renault copied with the 4, but Peugeot introduced in 1968 had a capacity of only 1255 followed Alec Issigonis’ lead and opted for a cc, the smallest on the market and produced a transverse layout. modest 40 bhp, so performance of the diesel The layout allowed the 204 to offer a similar estate and van was necessarily interior space to the larger 404, but in a limited, with a top speed of significantly shorter and lighter car. Rather than 78 mph, but consumption use an existing engine for the 204, Peugeot was only 41mpg. In 1973, designed a new engine, to be just within the the capacity increased to 6CV tax class. designed the body, a 1357 cc, giving an dainty saloon that had fully-independent increased output of 45 bhp suspension and front disc brakes from the and the engine was made 20 outset, which was unusual at the time. An available in the saloon from 1975, 204 Estate

204 Cabriolet

them from the base models; a total of nearly 61,000 were built, 70% of which were coupés. Although not common on British roads, over 1.7 million 204s were built, 72% of which were sold in France. Nearly a million 204s were saloons and almost half as many again were estates, with almost 156,000 diesel 204s of all types. Its 204 Coupé success propelled Peugeot into second place in the French market, ahead of Citröen and . when the 1130 cc engine was also replaced by In common with most cars of its era, the 204 the 1127 cc engine, giving a slight increase in suffered badly from corrosion, particularly on power, to 59 bhp. British roads and often from an early age. Its The saloon was a conventional 3-box, mechanical layout was not designed for ease of monocoque design that would comfortably seat maintenance, to the extent that the car had to 4 adults, had a spacious boot and could be be jacked up to replace, or even adjust, the long ordered with a sun-roof. The estate (and van) belt which wrapped round the end of the body was different from the B-pillar backwards, engine to the radiator fan at the front of the with a slightly-ridged roof for strength and was bay. The engine was not well-suited to British marginally shorter than the saloon. It offered a driving techniques, as it needed to be revved huge load area that in the estate could be well and relied on oil-splash lubrication of the enhanced by removing the rear seat back and, camshaft, which could otherwise fail like the saloon, had roof mounting-points for a prematurely, often in as few as 10,000 miles. full-length roof rack. In left-hand drive form, the There are just seven 204s registered with the 204 was fitted with a column gear-change, Club: 2 saloons, 3 estates and 2 cabriolets; two which with the front-wheel drive layout allowed of these cars are in Cyprus. DVLA records at the a substantially flat floor throughout. Right-hand end of 2019 show seventeen 204s in the UK, of drive versions of the 204 were fitted with a floor which 2 are diesels and 6 on a SORN; 2 are gear-change, though this did not significantly cabriolets and a third is on a SORN. restrict the interior space. Initially, the 204 was The 204 was initially complemented and offered in 7 colours, but from 1975 the range eventually supplanted by the 304, which itself increased to mirror later models and the grille developed into the 305. changed from stainless steel to black plastic. The coupé and cabriolet were built on a shortened Sources used in this article were: Peugeot 204 platform that maintained the boot capacity of hand book, 1970; Wikipedia; Peugeot sous le the saloon, but at the expense of rear passenger signe du lion, Pierre Dumont, 1976; Peugeot 200 years of excellence and emotion. The Peugeot space. They were offered in a wider variety of Lion, André Costa, 1997. colours and the trim was enhanced to distinguish Jonathan Poolman, 204 Registrar 21 cabriolet simply 330044 –– pplluuss ççaa cchhaannggee !! acquired larger rear light clusters. The engine was a mildly redesigned, slightly larger capacity version of the 204 unit, with an increased output. From 1976, the diesel engine previously available in the 204 appeared in the saloon, estate and van. The coupé and cabriolet ceased production in 1975, while the saloon continued to 1979 and the estate and van 304 Saloon to 1980. The XL3 engine fitted to the 304 was simply a larger bore, longer version of the 204 engine, producing 65 bhp. Its capacity was 1288 cc, which increased marginally to 1290 cc in the XL4 version from 1975, but with the same output. From 1972, the engine was also available as the XL3S with a double-barrel carburettor, giving a power increase to 75 bhp and available in the saloon, coupé and cabriolet ’S’ variants; the non-’S’ model cabriolets and coupés ceased production in 1972 and 1973 respectively. The diesel engine available from 1975 had a capacity of 1357 cc, giving 45 bhp 304 engine and a 1548 cc version was available from 1979 for the estate and van, with a modest power The , which appeared in September increase to 47 bhp. From 1975, the 1127 cc 1969, is a direct derivative of the 204, sharing engine previously fitted to the 204 at the end of its centre section, but with a revised roof-line to its production and in a lower French taxation improve rear passenger headroom and altered class, was available in the estate and van, front and rear ends. Pininfarina redesigned the alongside the larger XL4. body, which had a less basic interior than the As with its predecessor, the 304 saloon was a 204, to fit a market segment between the 204 conventional 3-box, monocoque design, but and the 504; the squarer front end, with with a more a spacious boot and, according to headlamps similar to those fitted to the 504 specification, a more luxurious interior with launched a year earlier, mirrored the larger car. carpets and velour upholstery. The estate (and At the rear, the boot of the saloon was extended van) body was the same as the 204, with a large and squarer and was fitted with larger rear load area and, like the saloon, roof mounting- lamps, which were later revised. The estate and points for a full-length roof rack. All 304s were van bodies remained identical to the 204 from fitted with a floor gear-change, unlike the 204, 22 the B-pillar back, while the coupé and corrosion and, while its mechanical layout was slightly better than the 204, ease of maintenance was not improved. To replace, or even adjust, the fan belt, the car still had to be jacked up, but the alternator was repositioned and driven by a dedicated belt. An improvement to the 304 introduced a warm- air setting on the intake, to overcome the propensity of the 304 Estate 204 for carburettor icing. The 304 was more common on British roads than the 204, particularly as cabriolets (of which over 800 were built in right -hand drive), estates and vans. There are forty-seven 304s registered with the Club, predominantly cabriolets: 1 saloon, 2 estates, 4 coupés and 40 cabriolets; 29 of the coupés and cabriolets are ’S’ models. DVLA records at the end of 2019 showed 207 remaining 304s in the UK, of which 100 were on a SORN; the breakdown by variant is not clear, since there are fewer cabriolets listed than the Club has registered! 304 Cabriolet interior The 304 was replaced by the slightly larger 305, which was developed from and produced and a greater range of trim levels was offered. alongside the 304 from 1977 and which The coupé and cabriolet replaced the 204 remained in production until 1989. equivalents from March 1970 and were built on the same shortened platform that maintained Sources used in this article were: Wikipedia; the boot capacity of the 204 saloon at the Peugeot sous le signe du lion, Pierre Dumont, expense of rear passenger space. They were 1976; Peugeot 200 years of excellence and offered in a wider variety of colours and the trim emotion. The Peugeot Lion, André Costa, 1997. was enhanced, particularly in the ’S’ variants, to Jonathan Poolman, 304 Registrar distinguish them from the base models; a total of nearly 79,000 were built, over three-quarters of which were coupés. Over 1.3 million 304s were built, significantly fewer than the 204, despite a similar production span and, in contrast to the 204, over a third were exported. Like the the 204 on which it was based, the 304 suffered badly from 304 Cabriolet S 23 MMyy JJoouurrnneeyy ttoo 440044 OOwwnneerrsshhiipp

by Rob Duff (written in mid-April)

My love for French cars started as a child, with family holidays to France in the early 70s with my parents & 3 siblings in a Highwayman: all those wonderful DSs, 2CVs, Renault 16s, 404s & 504s. My mother also had a string of French cars: , the most wonderful Citroën GS & a surprisingly quick Renault 14TS. My father desired either a Peugeot 504 Family or Citroën ID Familiale Break to transport all 6 of us that it feels just like driving a modern car; even without someone having to sit in the boot, but today. alas he had a company car & the company was But what do I run alongside an SM? It had to tied to Ford, so a series of rather mundane have sufficient character to be fun, be modern Cortina’s & Granada’s followed. enough & strong enough to drive any day on My twin brother’s first car was a 104 GL & mine any trip, & be large enough to carry me, my a Renault 16TS. The 104 was wonderfully strong wife (Terri), our large dog, our large air tent, & kept going for years, whilst my 16TS rusted so table, chairs, sleeping bags, etc., on camping quickly it was unbelievable. I bought a rather trips in the UK & abroad. more solid Morris 1000 in its place. A Citroën ID Familiale Break would be After years of covering high mileage in company magnificent, but silly money to buy & probably cars, I now work from home & decided a couple as costly to run as the SM. A 504 Estate would of years ago to run two interesting cars instead be perfect, but none available; anywhere. I of a new one: The SM was my first purchase: It looked at Mercedes W123s & Volvo 145s, but is wonderful, with variable , fully neither felt right. Then I saw an advert for adjustable steering wheel (sounds silly, but a TLK589M, a partially restored 1971 404L first), hydraulic (modulates like ABS) brakes, rain (Estate) & knew it was the car for me. Imported sensing wipers (yes, really!), self levelling into the UK in 1973 (I am yet to discover from suspension, self levelling round corner where), only two owners until 2016 & off the headlights, air conditioning, electric windows, road for refurbishment since 2002. Being one of chic leather interior & magnificent only 5 404Ls taxed in the UK, TLK is far rarer 24 engine. So far ahead of its time in 1970 than even the SM. The owner, when I purchased TLK, was So far a few rubber items (clutch pedal & steering registered with CPUK, but had failed to finish the wheel seals) have fallen apart & the thermostat restoration, with other projects getting in the has given up; causing a somewhat hot engine! way. TLK was running, had all welding done, had I have the seals & am awaiting delivery of a a new wing & was almost prepared for a respray, replacement thermostat later this week. but had no brakes & some electrical faults. I was worried that switching between an SM to I shipped TLK to Salters Garage in Ottery St Mary , a 404 would be too much of a shock. But, TLK who had a rather long journey recommissioning is lovely, light unassisted steering, a wonderful her. Dealing with electrical issues was straight tight turning circle, remarkably comfortable & so forward, finishing the bodywork & respray was well built. All trim is stainless steel (other than okay, & recommissioning for MoT was all but the after-fit wing mirrors & a replacement done, but discovering what was missing from headlight surround) & everything feels so strong the brakes was a major headache: RHD 404 Ls & solid. I love the counterweighted bonnet & (Estates) have a different braking system to their boot lid, neither of which have stays to hold LHD counterparts or the more abundant coupés them up & both of which will hold at any angle: & : Not only were parts not available , engineering brilliance. but discovering why the car refused to stop & TLK will be on the road again later this week: I which parts were needed was a nightmare: am looking forward to a long & relatively Salters eventually modified the braking system uneventful life with her. by adding some more modern components & TLK was on the road in March 2020. The response from others has been wonderful. My 20 something children think she is cool, It is not the best of times to put any car on the fellow road users flash lights & wave, and a road for the first time since 2002. Long journeys neighbour has advised that he had an almost are out of the question, although essential local identical 1971 404L (his was blue) which he trips for food & medical visits are okay, as is used as a Taxi through the 1970s. Terri even delivering food to friends & family currently asked why people were staring at us as we Safeguarding, etc. Probably best to treat her drove to the supermarket, forgetting that she gently for a while in any event. was travelling in such a unique car; something TLK seems very genuine, covering 147,000 miles one cannot quite do in a LHD SM. from new (I have most MoTs back to 1974) & is I very much look forward to taking TLK to club in remarkable condition, with everything intact events & making new friends in the not too including the original boot mats & radio. The distant future. Take care all. driver’s seat could do with a new foam insert (silly money) & I need to fit an aerial to the new wing to try out the radio. 25 MMyy 440044

by Mick Keyse

The car has benefited from a conversion to I acquired my Peugeot 404C in May 1988 from unleaded petrol a French chap called Fabrice living in the West and had a fuel Midlands working in a Classic Car restoration injection kit garage in Studley. He was raising cash to restore installed to a burnt-out Rolls Royce which he had purchased replace the earlier that year in Paris. failing The Peugeot had been driven regularly by the carburettor. previous owner who was a professor at The bodywork, Strasbourg University and a family friend. interior and brakes also were restored to make Apparently he enjoyed driving the car all year the car more practical in the modern world. round (in all weathers) with the top down When I acquired the car, I was interested in rendering the interior pretty poor. The bodywork buying a classic but not fixed on any particular was reasonable and the car came with a spare make. I saw the Peugeot on the way to viewing engine and gearbox. Like many original injection a TR5 which turned out to be a rust bucket. The models, this car had been converted to Peugeot interested me but the final decision to carburettor and, whilst it generally drove ok, buy was the seller calling me back that night to was reluctant to start when hot. ask whether I had bought the TR5 or not. He This was my everyday car for many years until offered to drive the Peugeot to my house in being given a company car in the 90s. The car Derby complete with spare engine and gearbox was then driven for fun at weekends and and other assorted spares to help me keep it on eventually the reliability deteriorated to the point the road. The deal was done and the car has 26 that I decided to make some improvements. been a joy to this very day. Peugeot News PEUGEOT A SELECTION OF RECENT PEUGEOT PRESS ANNOUNCEMENTS

available in 5 colours and its chequer pattern symbolises the epic history of Peugeot Cycles. The eLC01, launched in October 2018, enhances the e-Bikes offering and completes the range of LEGEND bikes, featured with a ‘neo-retro’ design and dedicated to city users (Mixt or Fixie versions), road users, or juniors. Through the Peugeot Cycles website, buyers can check the availability of models of the entire range from the comfort of their home. All they have to do is choose the size of the frame (S, M, L or XL), the colour of the bike and size of the battery (depending on the model). Peugeot eLC01 Peugeot Cycles has innovation in its genes. 1.05.20 Founded in 1885, it offers a full range of electric The urban electrically-assisted bike, the Peugeot and non-electric bikes to address new mobility eLC01 (e=electric, L=LEGEND, C= City, 01= top- requirements. Peugeot Cycles has a bicycle for every of-the-range) is now available with 26-inch wheels, need and every discipline with the different model in addition to the current 24-inch model. Suitable types: Electric, Legend, City, Trekking, Mountain, for all riders, it provides more comfort. This, Road and Junior. Peugeot bicycles are designed and combined with its modernity and ‘neo-retro’ assembled in France by the Group Cycleurope. design, asserts the eLC01 as the best-seller of the Peugeot Cycles e-bike range. The eLC01 with 4.05.20 26 -inch wheels is now available on the website The Peugeot Expert van has been named as the www.cycles.Peugeot.fr , as well as at Peugeot Cycles ‘Best Medium Van’ 2020 by Trade Van Driver. This retailers, for 1,499 inc. VAT. is the 10th accolade that the Expert has received and is particularly important as it is judged by The eLC01 with 26-inch wheels (frame size: M and panels of both experts and readers. This award S) in addition to the 24-inch version (frame size: cements the Expert’s place as a firm favourite XS) improves its versatility. The 26-inch model amongst customers and journalists alike. improves the comfort for the taller riders and its larger tyres are adapted to the majority of roads The Expert was launched in late 2016 and has and paths. Modern and hi-tech, the eLC01 is easy since sold over 26,000 units in the UK alone. to ride. Efficient, with eight gears and a 400W Available as a in Compact, Standard or motor, it has a range of up to 43 miles and its Long, with five different trim levels including the brake discs keep it safe and secure. Compact, easy ‘Sport Edition’ and as a crew van (accommodating to handle and agile around the city, it is up to six people), with three separate trim levels, comfortable, with its cushioned saddle and the versatile Expert can meet a variety of business practical, with its ‘Racktime’ luggage rack for fast needs. bag attachment. Matthew Weston, Head of Business Sales for Its timeless and distinctive design is by Peugeot Peugeot UK, says: “We’re delighted that the Design Lab and draws on more than 130 years of Peugeot Expert has been awarded the ‘Best Peugeot Cycles history. The architecture of its Medium Van’ and want to say a big thank you to ‘single-stay’ frame, which incorporates the rear Trade Van Driver for this recognition. Knowing that chain and seat stays into a luggage rack, is directly the award is decided by both journalists and inspired by Peugeots from the 1950s, 1960s and businesses that use LCVs on a daily basis makes us 1970s. Its signature ‘triple lion’ chainset replicates especially proud to receive it.” one of Peugeot’s most iconic components. It is 27 The e-Expert combines compact external dimensions with maximum loading capacities. The batteries are located under the floor, without any impact on the loading volume. This positioning also favours rigidity and, due to optimal weight distribution, ensures a drive as enjoyable as an internal combustion engine. Suspension comfort is guaranteed, with specific shock absorbers and springs to ensure the best performance when unladen or laden. The e-Expert is available in the same versions as the Peugeot e-Expert internal-combustion engines, with the same towing capacity of up to 1000kg, but has a specially 14.05.20 calibrated power steering system, with a turning Continuing the ‘Power of Choice’ philosophy, circle diameter of 11.3m (Compact version Peugeot introduces the all-new e-Expert van. With between kerbs) and a height of 1.9m (depending a 100% , the e-Expert offers two on the version) which guarantees access to most different ranges, three body lengths, up to 1000 kg car parks. The payload volumes are the same as towing capacity and payloads of up to 1275 kg. those of the internal combustion engines and the Following the launch of the Expert in 2016, more payloads, adapted to the electric motor, up to than 195,000 vehicles have been produced, 1275 kg. The e-Expert will go on sale in Europe in proving it to be an international commercial the second half of 2020, with production taking success. Thoroughly versatile, with a large load place in France, near Valenciennes. volume, on-board technology and sharp design, the e-Expert offers no compromise with zero 11.06.20 emissions. The compact van segment in Europe The was named ‘’ at represents more than 750,000 vehicles per year, launch and since then over one and a half million and the Expert has been increasing its market share vehicles have been sold. Now, the multi-award every year since its launch. winning 308 is being updated for the 2020 Nearly 80% of commercial vehicle drivers travel, on collection. A new colour and two new alloy wheels average, less than 124 miles (200 km) per day, will be available, while inside the dashboard is making the e-Expert the ideal choice. In addition, equipped with a 100% digital i-Cockpit® as well as town centres are become increasingly restricted, a capacitive central screen with a ‘gloss' finish. In with some only allowing 100% electric vehicle addition, the 308 offers the latest-generation access. This version has kept the advantages of the internal-combustion engines and a range of driving Expert, including the Compact version which is aids worthy of the upper segments. Three main unique in this segment and particularly suited to trim levels are available, with an additional set of narrow streets and congested city centres. equipment on offer via the ‘Premium’ derivatives. Suitable for multiple uses, the e-Expert can undergo Peugeot 308 conversions by coachbuilders, in particular those based on the cabin floor (eg refrigeration cell). Based on the EMP2 (Efficient Modular Platform) multi-energy modular platform, the e-Expert offers a 100% electric motor with a maximum power of 100 kW and a maximum torque of 260 Nm. The maximum speed is 80 mph and the e-Expert is the first Peugeot electric vehicle to offer two battery capacity options, 50 kWh and 75 kWh. Compact and Standard are available with the 50 kWh battery, with a range of up to 143 miles according to the WLTP certification protocol. Standard and Long can also be equipped with a 75 kWh 28 battery with a range of up to 205 miles. The Peugeot 308 offers balanced proportions in both the hatchback and SW and has efficient petrol and diesel engines with CO2 emissions from 95 g/km; these powertrains are approved according to the WLTP protocol. Available petrol engines: 1.2 PureTech 110 6-speed manual; and 1.2 PureTech 130 6-speed manual or 8-speed automatic. Available diesel engine: 1.5 BlueHDi 100 6-speed manual; and 1.5 BlueHDi 130 6-speed manual or 8-speed automatic The 308 GTi sports version completes the catalogue with its four-cylinder 1.6 engine producing 263 horsepower and 340 Nm of torque. Thanks to a CO2 emission rate (169 g/km WLTP) and an excellent power-to-weight ratio for its category, this is one of the best offers in its segment. This new range structure is based on three main Incorporating these environmental challenges has trim levels. Each of them can be completed by an shaped the design of newly-launched vehicles. intermediate trim level named Premium (except on From the design stage, all new vehicles must GTi) to meet the demands of customers looking for include recycled materials, which are evaluated greater comfort, aesthetics or assistance. according to how they are manufactured and the end-of-life procedure. The latest Peugeot vehicles 18.06.20 on the market show what can be achieved by The recyclability of vehicles will be a major issue for including recycled materials or materials from the in the coming years. natural resources. Joint programmes between the Groupe PSA and the Peugeot brand are committed all-new 208 and 2008 SUV have led to the shared to optimising resources by integrating green or use of recycled and natural materials in these recycled materials into production vehicles to vehicles. sustain recycling channels and reduce the The 208 and 2008 SUV have an average of 30% environmental footprint. By 2060, there will be ten and 31% (respectively) recycled and natural billion people on earth and the OECD estimates materials, which amounts to approximately 40 that the use of raw materials will double to keep parts. These include: The use of natural hemp pace with growth, putting twice as much pressure fibres for dashboard reinforcements; the use of on the environment. With legislation already in recycled polypropylene on the spoilers (air under place to reduce tail-pipe emissions, manufacturers the floor, under the tank, , front/rear fenders) also need to limit the environmental impact on the and in the front/rear bumpers; and the use of raw materials used in production and through the recycled polyamide in the wheel covers and the end-of-life recycling process (recycling of scrapped intake manifold, as well as in the fan-motor vehicles). assembly. To exercise social responsibility, reduce their risk of The Peugeot 508 has an average of 31% recycled dependency and to control production costs, car and natural materials in the vehicle, with manufacturers must find solutions by: Using approximately 80 polymer parts including recycled materials from a responsible supply chain (respect and natural materials. Notable applications for the for human rights, the environment and ethics); Peugeot 508 include: The use of natural hemp responsibly handling end-of-life products (in fibres in windshield defroster ducts and the use of particular vehicles and batteries for electric recycled polypropylene in the spoilers or the spare vehicles); using materials compatible with the wheel storage device. circular economy by focusing on two areas – the need to recover and recycle end-of-life vehicles and The environmental impact of our industry remains a to recycle materials that are becoming scarce; using priority for Peugeot and through its latest launches, fewer natural resources that are increasingly we can see that this desire is being translated into expensive as they become scarcer; and eliminating concrete achievements, with record levels of hazardous substances. natural and recycled material use. 29 It is two owners CARS FOR SALE (husband and GTI-6 wife) but has 1996cc Factory been at the fitted sunroof same location (scarce). Last since new. MOT Jan 2015. Looking for a Mileage 92069. good home. Currently SORN. Contact: NON RUNNER. Chris Powell Much paper - 07952866264; [email protected] work, bills etc. Apart from Phase GLD 3 headlights everything is totally original. Usual GTi6 problems: driver’s side bolster worn not torn, air con u/s, door control plastic connections brittle. Spare alloy. Bodywork good. An ideal restoration opportunity or spares. Car is 1990, 1769cc Diesel, first registered April 1990, too good to scrap. £225 Buyer removes (Staines 54,000 genuine miles. Last family for 28 years. upon Thames) – Contact Martin Czech on Best offer secures. Contact Anthony Dean – 07901 827459 07711949353 (Warrington) Peugeot 306 Meridian – only 32k miles 1914 Peugeot Type 153A

1998, low mileage car in good condition. It has been garaged from new and has a full 30 service history with supporting paperwork. Fully restored from up, engine totally Approx £17 + rebuilt, bodywork by Oliver Way in aluminium, postage. Payment in beautiful leather interior, a really wonderful UK for orders Edwardian car. £39,500. For further information collated to reduce contact Walter Heale on 07787 757120 postal costs. Price to be confirmed for PARTS FOR SALE expressions of XU Valve Clearance Adjusting Shims interest by end (CPUK Member) August. Will fit all XU 8 Alastair Inglis; valve petrol & 01604 862369; diesel engines. [email protected] I have a huge selection of XU 204 Diesel Manuals (CPUK Member) valve shims, must be about 250 of all sizes. They come in a nice “Wurth” carrying case. It would be nice to see this kit go to a Peugeot enthusiast club member. Any sensible offer accepted. Buyer collects. Contact Mike mshonfi[email protected]. (Berkshire) Owners’ manuals for 204 XL4D engine. Last one for the ‘Break’. Many more manuals for other Parts Available – 205 GRD (CPUK Member) models, covering series 02, 03, 04, 05 and 06. Many trim and mechanical parts available from Call for list. Alastair Inglis; 01604 862369; dismantled 1990 (pre-facelift) 205 GRD. Just pay [email protected] the postage and anything else you feel the part is worth. E-mail [email protected] PARTS WANTED Peugeot 504 Workshop Manuals Pickup and 125cc Parts Peugeot 504 Workshop Manuals (CPUK Member) 1 & 11 dated March 1980. For 404 Pickup: Right hand door and Printed in France in English miscellaneous other tin ware and panels. Front Ref 1212 E. £25 plus postage. pulley and belt for 1.9 diesel engine. Contact Colin Goodman on For 125cc Motorcycle: Rubber knee pads for 07770 928653 or petrol tank single SGM. [email protected] I also have hubs bearings and suspension from spare 404 – sell or swap. Peugeot and Australia 1888 to 1975 (CPUK Contact Mick on 01694 722350 Member) A 182-page illustrated history of Peugeot and their Australian market. A well researched and 306 Cabriolet (CPUK Member) easy-read narrative by well-known Aussie Frogs Driver’s door electric motor & regulator, part no. contributor Russell Hall, an acknowledged 922 CS wanted for 1999 306 cabriolet. authority on Peugeot history Down Under. Contact John Melhuish on 01803 299951 31