Peugeot 505.

The passenger car of the middle class of production of the French firm Peugeot was produced since 1979.

Machine length is 4.6 m, width, 175 cm, height 146 cm, weight 1200-1345 kg.

I submitted in May 1979 a new model under the index 505, Peugeot proved its worth to be considered one of the world's leading automakers. Indeed, then the "lion of the fifth of the republic" released a unconditional outstanding machine, which was capable of equal to compete with representative models of Mercedes-Benz and BMW. After all, when designing 505, Peugeot designers put such parameters such as safety, reliability and comfort, and at the production stage, the focus was made on quality. But especially a lot of flattering reviews earned styling body "Big" Peugeot. What to say, French designers were bored for fame, giving 505 not only the statue of respectfulness, but also fulfilled the unique charm elegance with a peculiar "highlight" in the form of diagonal headlights, thanks to which the car could not be confused with any other. Even today, this "lion focus" is able to assemble more admiring views in its address, rather than another modern model.

At first, the car went from the conveyor only with the body of a four-door sedan, later, in January 1982, a five-door universal Break / Familiale joined him. Also on the basis of the model 505, a two-door pickup was produced by the limited batches. About Peugeot engines can not say anything bad. They possess a good stock of reliability and durability. This, first of all, can be attributed to a diesel 2,5-liter 70-strong motor and its turbuperity with a capacity of 105 hp By the way, at one time 505, equipped with diesel power units, was widely used on the expanses of Western Europe as a taxi and therefore, when buying such copies in the Second Hand market, it would not be superfluous to pay increased attention to the state of their engine and chassis. Gasoline motors working capacity of 2.2 liters. and 2.9 liters. With a capacity of 122 hp (115 hp - with a catalyst), as well as 143 hp and 166 hp Have a good reputation. The turbocharged 150- and 174-strong modifications of the 2,1-liter engine give more than 1,2-ton machine with excellent dynamic and high-speed characteristics, however, they differ quite a decent appetite, and they are inferior to urgently motor. As a transmission, a 5-speed mechanical and 4-speed automatic gearbox was mounted on the model. The car was equipped with a rear wheel drive, and the power unit and the rear axle were interconnected by means of a pipe, inside which the drive shaft was located. Also since 1982, Dangel on the basis of universal and pickups 505 has made all-wheel drive modifications.

Ingestion of the car substantially facilitates widespread doors. Salon with comfortable seats offers enough space for five people. The materials of the interior decoration are well chosen, and the ergonomics of the driver's workplace deserves the highest marks. In addition, competently designed body contributes to an excellent circular survey from the car, which favorably affects parking in urban conditions. The trunk, a 490 l useful volume, is spacious, but his board could be lower. In the Peugeot 505 movement will certainly be pleased with adequate responses to the driver's team with stable behavior at high speeds and excellent brakes. In the area of \u200b\u200bdriving comfort, the car is able to break a lot of applause - a soft suspension as it is impossible to extinguish road irregularities and poured the most different caliber, making moving even in domestic "directions" not a tedious occupation. The passive safety of the model does not deserve any significant criticism, of course, if you follow the criteria for the 80s. The body 505 is quite durable, and in the cabin all sharp corners are prudently smoothed. According to the anti-corrosion resistance of the PEUGEOT metal also demonstrates a favorable picture, although the exhaust system does not differ in particular durability. The fact that this car was not in vain got the nickname "French Mercedes", once again convinced when looking at it, in general, a poor list of characteristic faults. Main problems 505 are associated with oil losses from the engine and manual gearbox, it is also possible to enter the coolant of the coolant. Possible failure of turbocharging, the ignition breakdowns and the generator are not excluded. Anthers and rubber steering drive gaskets are inclined to elevated wear. Sometimes there is an unstable work of the manual brake and the malfunction of electric windows. In the headlight headlights can accumulate moisture.

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