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One of 100 UK RHD Renault Sport Spiders with an incredible 2,528 miles.

MODEL HISTORY
Innovative aluminium construction, suspension and underpinnings of a pure race car, power from the hottest of hatchbacks, no side windows, no door handles and tiny production volumes totalling just 1,685 units are all features of a specialist car builder and not from one of Europe’s biggest mass producers.  That is the appeal of the Renault Sport Spider unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in 1995 and built at the Dieppe factory, home to the famous Alpine marque, between 1996 and 1999.  The UK market only imported the windscreen version rather than the aeroscreen and only 100 right hand drive cars were produced.  From the beginning a special one-car racing series for a purpose built Spider Trophy edition was designed.  This ran for several years as support to the British Touring Car Championship with famous drivers such as Jason Plato, who won 11 out of 14 races in the inaugural year of the UK Spider Cup.

EQUIPMENT
All aluminium spaceframe chassis, aluminium roll bar, vertically opening doors, body-coloured adjustable door mirrors, adjustable pedal positions, removable storage box in luggage compartment, laminated heated windscreen, single wide-sweep wiper, tonneau cover, elasticated door and passenger footwell storage nets, remote bonnet and engine cover levers in passenger door sill, engine immobiliser and coded key.  Accessories;  Colour coded rear spoiler, all-weather kit, Team Renault ELF Michelin clothing.

EXTERIOR
The arresting two-tone colour scheme finished in desirable metallic pearlescent Sports Yellow, (Code 535), looks incredible and can trace its heritage to the Laguna concept car in 1990.  The smooth pebble-like design is uncluttered and muscular with large air-gulping side scoops and attention grabbing ‘beetle-wing’ cantilever doors.  Having covered an amazing 2,528 miles, the original condition is virtually flawless and the desirable all-weather kit as new.  Close scrutiny will reveal nothing other than miniscule markings and a tiny scratch to the front clamshell on the offside.  The jacking point red triangular guide stickers are still attached and the heated front screen has the chassis etching and Renault service sticker.  An entirely hand built car and so rare.

INTERIOR
A definitively sparse and simplistic ‘back to basic’ feel with a modern, minimalist and uncluttered look.  Two fabulous Recaro race-style bucket seats offer the perfect degree of lumber and lateral support and are trimmed in waterproof PVC coated knitted fabric with the side parts finished in matt and the central panel featuring a flecked metallic motif in mottled grey, all in perfect condition.  Adjustment of the seats and the drilled aluminium pedals via a knob located beneath the dashboard ensures the perfect driving position.  Anodised aluminium of the dashboard crossbar and gear knob nicely offset the body-coloured interior panels and the aluminium chassis and cross member are left exposed with only tiny markings visible.  All instrumentation functions and looks stunning set in an aluminium-finish bezel contrasting with the futuristic dash top digital displays.  As with the rest of the interior, the silicon carbide-reinforced PVC floor covering has no wear and the original Renault Sport steering wheel displays natural veins found only on super low mileage examples.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The engine located transversely amidships is the tremendous 4-cylinder DOHC 150 bhp 16 valve 2.0 litre F7R Clio Williams engine with 0-60mph quoted at 7.05 seconds and a top speed of 134 mph.  Presented in factory standard guise with the optional performance exhaust and immaculate in appearance.  As with the engine, the 5-speed gearbox is mounted transversely and features effective pendulum suspension to prevent vibrations being transmitted through the chassis.  Quick, direct and perfectly reactive to the responsive engine.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Lightweight five-spoke alloy wheels with plated bolts are shod in the original premium 205/50 R16 Michelin Pilot SX tyres with masses of tread.  Big 300mm ventilated disc brakes all-round taken from the larger and heavier 166 mph A610 Turbo rein in the exuberant performance of this super-lightweight Spider.

HISTORY FILE
This UK RHD Renault Sport Spider is one of just 100 examples made and was supplied by Renault Main Dealers, S.R.Baber of Tonypandy, Wales.  With just three former keepers, long term owners from 2000 to 2016 were husband and wife, Mr and Mrs Jackson.  Mr Jackson purchased the Spider in 2000 at just two years old whereby upon his passing, the car was registered in his wife’s name, Mrs Linda Jackson-Hookins.  In 2016, the car was purchased by Renault Spider collector, Mr Nigel Turner, who has owned several examples and whose enthusiasm and knowledge of the model is vast.  He even commissioned a flocked hardback book featuring this actual car!
Every conceivable brochure produced for the Sport Spider, hardback books, original Renault Press Pack and Press Launch literature has been collected in the history file including one for the rare Laguna Project headed by Patrick Le Quement.  The vehicle handbooks and service book are housed in the factory supplied aluminium briefcase often held back as a souvenir and two sets of Renault keys are supplied.  Unrivalled pleasure and a significant part of automotive history.  A collection of Renault Main Dealer and specialist invoices and receipts are held in the history file including a documented Cambelt change in 2016 at 2,516 miles.  A true collectors piece.

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One of only 67 UK RHD Renault Alpine A610 Turbos with just 2,901 miles.

MODEL HISTORY
Jean Rédélé was the youngest Renault Dealer in France and launched his first car in 1954, naming it after the classic French road trial.  The A106 had early success in the Mille Miglia Road Race and was the beginning of a fruitful mutual partnership between Alpine and Renault.  With continual rally success by 1968 Alpine had been allocated the whole Renault competition budget and opened a new assembly plant in Dieppe.  Iconic cars including the A108, A110, A310 and GTA/A610 were hand built there but thanks to high assembly costs and low demand, (due to the cost when new), only 818 A610 Turbos were made when production ceased in 1995 of which 67 were RHD.  The Alpine factory remained open building cars such as the Clio Williams and RenaultSport Spiders and in 2017 the Alpine marque was relaunched with an all-new A110.

EQUIPMENT
Impact-resistant reinforced lightweight composite body, integrated side skirts, front and rear spoilers, aerodynamic flat underbody, pop-up halogen headlights, twin exhausts, 6-speaker stereo system, air conditioning, power steering, one-touch electric windows, turbo pressure gauge, multi-function trip computer, dash rheostat, electric heated door mirrors, folding rear 2+2 seats, leather-bound sports steering wheel.

EXTERIOR
The uncluttered lines and painstakingly designed details of the Alpine A610 combined with carefully-honed aerodynamics result in a stunning supercar appearance.  Finished in immaculate Rouge Vernis, (Code 075), the glossy shine is perfectly uniform and all decals and badges are present. Some paint to the integrated side skirts and a wing mirror to uphold the immaculate appearance has been carried out.  All glass, rubbers and wheel apertures are as new.  Having been owned by Renault Retail Group this car has enjoyed a pampered showroom life and is incredible.

INTERIOR
The ergonomically-designed ‘Petale’ sports seats finished in optional Grey leather are immaculate and along with the rest of the interior, commensurate with the amazingly low 2,901 miles covered.  All dials, gauges and electronic displays function perfectly including the heater fan on all speed settings. The leather-bound sports steering wheel with the Alpine Blue logo in the centre has no wear.  A common issue with this model and its predecessor, the GTA, is the headlining.  This example has had the headlining replaced to exact manufacturer standards.  Under bonnet and engine compartment is as new with all stickers, plates and labels still attached.  A very exclusive and rare environment.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
A light alloy 2975cc V6 engine equipped with an electronically controlled Garrett T3 turbocharger produces 250 bhp which is enough to propel this Supercar to a top speed of 165.6 mph and 0-62 in 5.7 secs.  Ownership by the Renault Retail Group and a recent service by a Renault Main Dealer in October 2017 will help ensure reliability.  The 5-speed aluminium alloy gearbox performs faultlessly.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Fitted with immaculate and optional 16in Spider alloy wheels shod in new Continental Sportcontact2 tyres all-round of 205/45 R16 front and 245/45 R16 rear dimensions.  The original Michelin MXX tyres as fitted from new are also supplied.  Front and rear ventilated discs with Bosch 5-sensor ABS brakes stop this supercar quickly and safely.

HISTORY FILE
A fascinating and privileged history.  This example is chassis number 85049 and is the earliest Alpine A610 on the Renault Alpine A610 Register.  It is reputedly the very first RHD example made and was snapped up when new by a wealthy international collector.  Offered back to Renault in 2001 it was purchased by the Renault Retail Group U.K under the supervision of Stuart Walker, a long time Alpine-Renault fan who enjoyed various roles during his 32 year career with Renault including the Managing Director, Renault Retail Group U.K.  Club Alpine Renault would often arrange an Alpine-Renault day at the Renault Dealership in Cannock where this car featured centre stage and reputedly could have been sold many times over!  The window display notices and POS are included in the history file from when the car was on display at Renault.  Since leaving Renault UK in June 2015 the car has been owned by two collectors including Mr Rory Johnstone, owner of Classic Throttle Shop, Australasia’s largest classic car showroom in Sydney’s Lower North Shore.

Previous MOT certificates, spare keys and even period accessories such as a rare Alpine Renault mug, Renault Winter Pack and genuine Alpine leather key fobs are included.  The car has had a recent service by a Renault Main Dealer in October 2017 and is ready for the next lucky custodian.

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One of 100 UK RHD Renault Sport Spiders with just 3,608 miles.

MODEL HISTORY
Innovative aluminium construction, suspension and underpinnings of a pure race car, power from the hottest of hatchbacks, no side windows, no door handles and tiny production volumes totalling just 1,685 units are all features of a specialist car builder and not from one of Europe’s biggest mass producers.  That is the appeal of the Renault Sport Spider unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in 1995 and built at the Dieppe factory, home to the famous Alpine marque, between 1996 and 1999. The UK market only imported the windscreen version rather than the aeroscreen and only 100 right hand drive cars were produced.  From the beginning a special one-car racing series for a purpose built Spider Trophy edition was designed.  This ran for several years as support to the British Touring Car Championship with famous drivers such as Jason Plato, who won 11 out of 14 races in the inaugural year of the UK Spider Cup.

EQUIPMENT
All aluminium spaceframe chassis, aluminium roll bar, vertically opening doors, body-coloured adjustable door mirrors, adjustable pedal positions, removable storage box in luggage compartment, laminated heated windscreen, single wide-sweep wiper, tonneau cover, elasticated door and passenger footwell storage nets, remote bonnet and engine cover  levers in passenger door sill, engine immobiliser and coded key.  Accessories;  Colour coded rear spoiler, Momo steering wheel.

EXTERIOR
The arresting two-tone colour scheme finished in desirable metallic pearlescent Sports Yellow, (Code 535), looks incredible and can trace its heritage to the Laguna concept car in 1990.  The smooth pebble-like design is uncluttered and muscular with large air-gulping side scoops and attention grabbing ‘beetle-wing’ cantilever doors.  With such low miles the original condition is almost faultless with only a tiny tear to the front rubber splitter caused while be loaded onto a trailer and minor dimples to one wing top.  The jacking point red triangular guide stickers are still attached and the heated front screen has the Renault inscription.  An entirely hand built car and so rare.

INTERIOR
A very raw simplistic ‘back to basic’ feel with a modern, minimalist and uncluttered look.  Two fabulous Recaro race-style bucket seats offer the perfect degree of lumber and lateral support and are trimmed in waterproof PVC coated knitted fabric with the side parts finished in matt and the central panel featuring a flecked metallic motif in mottled grey, all in pristine condition.  Adjustment of the seats and the drilled aluminium pedals via a knob located beneath the dashboard ensures the perfect driving position.  Anodised aluminium of the dashboard crossbar and gear knob nicely offset the body-coloured interior panels and the aluminium chassis and cross member are left exposed.  All instrumentation functions and looks stunning set in an aluminium-finish bezel contrasting with the futuristic dash top digital displays.  As with the rest of the interior, the silicon carbide-reinforced PVC floor covering has no wear and the original Renault Sport steering wheel is included with the car.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The engine located transversely amidships is the tremendous 4-cylinder DOHC 150 bhp 16 valve 2.0 litre F7R Clio Williams engine with 0-60mph quoted at 7.05 seconds and a top speed of 134 mph.  Presented in factory standard guise and immaculate in appearance.  As with the engine, the 5-speed gearbox is mounted transversely and features effective pendulum suspension to prevent vibrations being transmitted through the chassis.  Quick, direct and perfectly suited to the responsive engine.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Lightweight five-spoke alloy wheels with plated bolts are shod in premium 205/50 R16 Michelin Pilot tyres.  Big 300mm ventilated disc brakes all-round taken from the larger and heavier 166 mph A610 Turbo rein in the exuberant performance of this super-lightweight Spider.

HISTORY FILE
This UK RHD Renault Sport Spider is one of just 100 examples made and was supplied by Renault Main Dealers, Charles Hurst Belfast.  With just two former keepers from new, the last two being friends each owning another lower mileage RHD Spider, this car has been pampered by knowledgeable enthusiasts.  The level of dedication can be witnessed in a specialist prepared hardback book on this car commissioned by the second owner detailing photos of the car including the immaculate underside.  Every conceivable brochure produced for the Sport Spider has been collected in the history file including one for the rare Laguna Project headed by Patrick Le Quement.  The vehicle handbooks and service book are housed in the factory supplied aluminium briefcase often held back as a souvenir and two sets of Renault keys are supplied.  Unrivalled pleasure and a significant part of automotive history.

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Quite possibly the best Renault 9 Broadway in the world with 8,992 miles.

EQUIPMENT
Four quartz iodine headlamps, wrap-around polyester bumpers, deep front spoiler, rear spoiler, side mouldings, laminated windscreen, locking petrol cap, remote control drivers door mirror, tilting/tinted glass sunhatch, arc adjustment of drivers seat, rear inertia seat belts, heated rear window, front headrests, vanity mirrors, map reading light, illuminated cigar lighter, engine oil level indicator.  Dealer accessories; Renault rubber floor mats, Renault bulb kit, rear window parking aid.

EXTERIOR
Such a preserved car is a rarity and this example is worthy of the Renault museum finished in factory original Super Gloss Aurora Beige, (Code 116).  The side coachlining incorporating the Broadway motif and Broadway boot badge is perfect and all glass is Renault Saint Gobain with window etching.  All trim, moulding and headlamps are superb and the clean  underside is a purists dream having covered such few miles and always stored in a centrally heated garaged from new.  The rear screen has the supplying dealer and other Renault stickers applied from new and the number plates are dealer fit too.  Difficult to fault and almost production-line perfect.

INTERIOR
Being the 1.4 Auto this is the highest specification Broadway Edition available with unique features such as the Sand velour upholstery in lieu of cloth check and full deep pile carpeting.  Genuine Renault rubber floor mats front and rear have been fitted since new and even the supplying dealer paper floor mats have been kept!  Also unique to the top specification 1.4 Auto is the Philips Car Cassette Receiver 451 in full working condition along with all the other switches and gauges.  Natural veins to the unworn steering wheel only found on very low mileage cars are clearly visible and the pedal rubbers are virtually new.  The boot area is factory perfect and unused along with the jack and wheel brace.  A new 1980’s Renault lounge interior.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Fitted with the 1397cc 4 cylinder engine with integral electronic ignition, a power output of 68bhp is quoted, enough to reach 96mph.  A spotless and unmolested engine compartment displays all the manufacturer plates, stickers and paint code markings as well as PDI paint dabs.  A service using genuine Renault parts has just been carried out.  The optional 3-speed automatic transmission changes gear smoothly and offers a very capable and lively drive, typical of a lightweight French car.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Four aerodynamic wheel stylers are unmarked with the Renault logo and incredibly still shod in the factory tubeless Michelin XZX 155 SP13 tyres.  Although preserved with no cracks if regular use is intended it would be prudent to change the tyres for modern items and preserve the original set for shows. Dual circuit hydraulic brakes incorporate servo assistance with discs up front and rear drums with a pressure limiter to offer adequate stopping power.

HISTORY FILE
Registered new on the 6th May 1986 by Renault Main Dealer Arnold Clark, this immaculate example has only had two family owners from new, Mr James Lamont senior and Mr James Lamont junior.  Senior Mr Lamont kept the vehicle for Sunday best being an absolute stickler for preservation he even kept the Arnold Clark paper floor mats still with the car!  On his passing in 2004 his son inherited the vehicle keeping it raised off the ground in a centrally heated garage and continuing the preservation.  Adamant that the car must find a good home KGF Classic Cars are honoured to be given the opportunity to work with this rare surviving Renault 9, seldom seen on UK roads, and will guarantee it will suit any Renault enthusiast or collector of quirky perfect classic cars.  Two sets of keys on original dealer fobs.

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A magnifique time warp Second Generation Renault 5 GTL with just 30,744 miles.

EQUIPMENT
Aerodynamic wrap-around polyester bumpers, flush polyester side shields, bonded laminated windscreen, heated rear window, pivoting rear quarter windows, 2 speed + flick wipe, electric screen washer, rear wash/wipe, remote control driver’s door mirror, locking petrol cap, recessed front and rear arm rests, reclining front seats, vanity mirrors, swivel map reading light, illuminated cigar lighter, LCD clock, fuel warning light, brake pad wear light, Philips 764 radio cassette. Factory option; Tilting glass sunroof, Supergloss/metallic paint. Dealer accessories; Rear boot spoiler, alloy wheels, mud flaps.

EXTERIOR
This delightful and super chic Renault 5 is finished in factory optional Grenada Metallic (code 761). The deep rouge paintwork boasts a remarkable polished shine thanks to the Supergloss factory treatment with a pleasing uniform finish. Only faint stone chips to the front are worthy of mention yet incredibly the famously thin and ding prone panels are straight and damage free. Furthermore, the extensive polyester bumpers and trims sections are unblemished and affirm this examples low mileage and cherished ownership credentials. Cosmetically preserved in fantastic order, this fashionable French city car was at the forefront to the birth of the modern supermini and delivers a wonderful sense of nostalgia.

INTERIOR
The interior of this well specified GTL model is in time warp condition, a term often misused but truly justified in this instance. The upholstery consisting of Montrace ‘Petale’ shaped front seats with tweed cloth seat facings are spotlessly clean and have suffered virtually no wear, as has the full carpeting, door cards and headlining. The dashboard and switchgear are perfect and all functions and controls operate faultlessly including the Philips 764 radio cassette. The texture to the steering wheel usually worn smooth is as new. Features such as Renault rear screen stickers and the straight and uncut parcel shelf will please originality seekers, although the shelf has slightly faded in the sunlight. A well designed cabin with large glass areas to offer a true sense of spaciousness, it was clear to see Renault’s expertise in this class even in the 1980’s. A truly exceptional interior with Gallic quirkiness that will not disappoint.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Fitted with the 1397cc 4 cylinder engine with electronic ignition, a power output of 60bhp at 5,250rpm is achieved, enough to reach 99mph and 0-60 in 14 seconds. A remarkably clean and unmolested engine compartment displays all the manufacturer plates and stickers with factory markings visible. The five speed all synchro gearbox, standard on the GTL models, offers an increased relaxed cruising manner in comparison to lesser models and this example feels tight and precise. All the fun you would expect from a small, nippy French car!

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Optional extra Renault 5 Monaco 13” alloy wheels were specified as a dealer accessory alongside a set of genuine Renault mud flaps. The rims are in superb condition and the 165/65 R13 tyres have masses of tread remaining. Hydraulic twin circuit brakes incorporate discs up front and rear drums to bring this lightweight car to an assuring halt.

HISTORY FILE
Registered new on the 2nd May 1985 by Renault Main Agents B & S (Bucknall) Ltd, this remarkable example has led a very interesting and fun existence, with just 30,744 documented miles covered! The comprehensive history file contains the original plastic A5 wallet with the original service book, handbooks, supplements, and dealership literature. Furthermore, the history folder contains many invoices and receipts for service and maintenance work carried out throughout the life of the car as well as previous MOT certificates. An original sales brochure along with two sets of keys are present.
The previous keeper of this delightful car was James Walshe, Deputy Editor of Practical Classics magazine. KGF Classic Cars have contacted James he is very keen to establish the next custodian of the car and complete a follow up feature in the magazine should the new owner wish. Now representing a very rare car, once a common sight but now seldom seen and virtually never in such incredible preserved condition.

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A magnifique Phase 1 Renault 9 TLE with an incredible 8,844 miles from new.

EQUIPMENT
Aerodynamic wrap-around polyester bumpers, rubberised side mouldings, rubberised rear spoiler, progressive collapse zones, heated rear window, remote control driver’s door mirror, locking petrol cap, front, rear and centre arm rests, reclining front seats, arc adjustment of front seats, front headrests, vanity mirrors, map reading light, illuminated cigar lighter, headlamp level adjust, Kienzle quartz clock, engine oil level indicator, rev counter, rheostat, fuel level warning light. Dealer accessories; Renault Boutique Alloy wheels, front fog lamps, mud flaps.

EXTERIOR
This delightful and super chic Renault 9 is finished in the original colour of Black, (Code 694) and is a very rare surviving Phase 1 model. European Car of the Year in 1982, this example has covered just 8,884 miles from new having been won in a Renault ‘Fit the Piece’ National Draw in 1982! Preserved in long term storage, the structural condition is superb and whilst presentable there is evidence of less than perfect paintwork rectification and amateur touch ups, carried out due to sun damage where the car lived for many years. All trim pieces are intact and well preserved with only light aging to the rear spoiler noteworthy. This high specification TLE model is sure to delight fans of the diamond badged French manufacturer!

INTERIOR
The interior of this well specified TLE model is in excellent condition. The velour upholstery in Sand colour scheme is immensely comfortable, a classic characteristic of Renault and unworn owing to the ultra-low mileage. Again there is mild evidence of sun fading to the plastics and carpets, but this does not detract from the overall condition. There is a small stain underneath the driver’s floor mat. All functions and controls operate well including the quirky Renault cylindrical engine oil level indicator. Natural veins to the unworn steering wheel and gear knob are prominent and the typically fragile Renault plastics have avoided the usual damage associated with regular use. A traditional 1980’s Renault lounge interior.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Fitted with the 1397cc 4 cylinder engine with integral electronic ignition, a power output of 60bhp at 5,250rpm is achieved, enough to reach 94mph. A clean and unmolested engine compartment displays all the manufacturer plates and stickers with paint code markings as well as red PDI dots visible to the strut tops. The five speed all synchro gearbox, standard on the TLE models, offers a relaxed cruising manner in comparison to lesser models and this example feels tight and precise. A very capable and lively drive, typical of a lightweight French car!

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Dealership optional alloys wheels from the Renault Boutique range were specified as an upgrade along with mud flaps. The intricate design to the attractive wheels has been very well protected and all four tyres are matching 175/70 R13 with plenty of tread remaining. Hydraulic twin circuit brakes incorporate servo assistance, discs up front and rear drums to offer adequate stopping power.

HISTORY FILE
Registered new on the 20th October 1982, this example was won as a brand new car by the first owner through the ‘Fit the Piece’ National Draw and was presented by Renault National Promotions Manager Peter Widdecombe at the Renault UK Leeds Branch. The ingenious competition involved sending a key to customers to then visit their local Renault dealership, and if the key fitted a car they became winners of it! The first owner, although no doubt delighted with their good fortune did not require the car and it was laid up for many years. In 2010 Renault Classic Car Club member, John Bradshaw, knew of the vehicle and tracked it down knowing it to be arguably the lowest mileage example in the country. He purchased the car adding it to an extensive collection but not finding the time to put it on the road. Fellow club member and Club Registrar, Richard Newton Birchenough, purchased the car next and sourced obscure trim pieces and fully recommissioned it. Joining no less than four Renault 18s including a very rare TL estate the difficult decision was made and the car was sold to concentrate on the 18s. The history file contains the original Renault plastic wallet with handbooks, guides and pamphlets as well as club literature, an original sourced sales brochure and workshop manual. This rare surviving Renault 9, seldom seen on UK roads, will suit any Renault enthusiast or collector of quirky classics.

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An exceptional Renault Clio Williams 2 with only 55,113 miles from new.

EQUIPMENT
Body coloured bumpers, enlarged front wheel arches, impact absorbers, side impact bars, bonnet air inlet, tailgate spoiler, halogen H4 headlamps, integral fog lamps, tinted glass, seat belt pre-tensioners, rev counter, ‘lights-on’ buzzer, analogue clock, oil level gauge,  oil pressure gauge, intermittent rear wash/wipe, map reading light, variable dash lighting, exterior temperature indicator, electric windows, remote central locking, suit carrier.  Dealer Options: Tracker.

EXTERIOR
This remarkably preserved Clio Williams 2 is worthy of the name and colours of one of Grand Prix racing’s most successful teams.  The supergloss metallic paint – 449 Sports Blue is astonishing with the contrasting gold decals in perfect order.  Enlarged arches, body coloured spoilers and bonnet bulges give the car a powerful stance and close up scrutiny will please perfectionists seeking a rare, limited numbers unmolested example.  Two miniscule marks to the driver wing are barely noticeable.  None of the usual rust issues and a clean underside and engine bay make this car show quality material and worthy of continued enthusiast ownership. One of the best.

INTERIOR
Stepping inside a Williams Clio is instantly special with a cinder-grey colour scheme and blue highlights extending to the carpets, gearlever knob, seat belts, instrument dials, all in perfect order commensurate with the low mileage.  The fully adjustable sports seats adorned with the Williams logos are incredibly supportive and show no wear in the usual prone areas.  All the sports dials function correctly and offer a wealth of clear instant data enjoyed by enthusiasts.  The blue carpeting is clean throughout having been protected by Williams carpet mats from new and the headlining, door cards and dash top is free from damage.  The boot area is spotless and the parcel shelf still has the suit carrier.  Griping the sports steering wheel will excite even before the drive begins, wonderful.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Once the most powerful car in its class the 1998cc 16 valve engine pumps out 150bhp at 6,100rpm.  Even more significantly, it develops a thumping 175Nm of torque – a full 85% of which is available with just 2,500 rpm on the rev counter.  Expect 0-62 mph in 7.8 seconds and a possible 134 mph maximum speed.  A specially developed 5-speed close ratio gearbox has a reinforced casing, bigger gears, heftier secondary shaft and pattern bearings to cope with the power demands.  Fun!

WHEELS, TYRES, BRAKES & SUSPENSION
Pristine Speedline 7” J15 light alloy wheels resplendent in Williams gold colour are shod in new Michelin Pilot 185/55 R15 tyres.  Servo-assisted, diagonally split braking system with disc brakes all round, (ventilated at the front), offer superb, predicable stopping power. The front track has been increased by 34mm and this, coupled with uprated springs, anti-roll bars and dampers results in near competition standards of handling typical of Renautsport.

HISTORY FILE
Supplied new by Renault Main Dealers, Rogers of Preston on the 27th February 1995 the new car invoice reveals a total price paid of £14,155 including a Tracker security system.  The first owner of 10 years kept the vehicle annually Main Dealer maintained keeping all the invoices and even the Renault PDI checklist and handover checklist!  Every MOT from new will warrant the low 55,113 miles covered and enthusiasts will thoroughly enjoy reading the history file which contains magazine features, newspaper articles and the famous Williams Clio ‘v’ Williams Clio 2 debate!  New car brochures from time of purchase and a price sheet are amongst all the original handbooks contained within the grey A5 Renault wallet.  Two sets of keys are included.  Constantly within collections this prime example is fit for a discerning new custodian.

All handbooks, service books and manuals are contained in the clear A5 Ford folder.  A full set of manufacturer supplied keys on dealer key fobs including number tags are present.

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