One to Buy: 1 owner 48,000 mile Indigo Blue 1998 Peugeot 106 Rallye Phase 2
The original 106 Rallye Group A homologation special built between 1993 and 1995 proved such a hit that Peugeot decided to offer a Phase 2 version from March 1996.
Based on the facelifted second series platform, this latest iteration of the French firm’s hardcore, driver-focused hot hatch was a little heavier than before (865kg as opposed to 825kg), but by virtue of its torquier 1.6-litre engine (up from 1.3-litres), the Phase 2 could hit 62mph a second quicker than before (now just 8.5 seconds) while top speed went from 113mph to 121mph.
Other notable improvements included discs brakes all round (as opposed to the original disc-drum arrangement) and half-inch wider wheels.
Today, few highly original low mileage examples of the 106 Rallye exist, but just such a machine is currently on offer at the Contempo Concept showroom in Kowloon, Hong Kong.
Finished in the iconic and highly desirable shade of Indigo Blue, this superb right-hand drive example of Peugeot’s featherweight flyer has been owned just one custodian since new, during which time it has covered a mere 48,000 miles.
Presented in immaculate and completely standard condition throughout, this spectacular little pocket rocket represents a rare opportunity to acquire a collector grade example of one of the 1990’s most revered driving machines.
Reprinted below is Contempo Concept’s description:
Year: 1998/2019
Mileage: 48,000 miles
Previous Owners: 0
Displacement: 1,587 cc
Gearbox: Manual
Price: HK$148,000
