- Only 32 produced, one of 16 for France
- 1 030 original km, VAT paid in France
- Genuine collector's item
Offered for sale in 2023, the Fernando Alonso limited series is an optimised version of the most radical version of the A110: the R. Only 32 were produced, one for each of the driver's F1 wins, and each model features a plaque with the name of the circuit and the corresponding year of victory. Each new owner also received a replica of the pilot's helmet! But that's not all: in addition to its unique, special finish, it has more advanced chassis adjustments than the A110 R: working with the engineers, Alonso patented an innovative shock absorber system that allows quick and easy changes to ride height (-10 mm*) and suspension stiffness (+5%). He fine-tuned the vehicle himself during winter testing in Barcelona, and promised to reveal his secret settings to the lucky buyers.
This example was sold new by Renault's agent in Toulouse to its first owner, who sold his purchase order to the current owner, who regretted missing out on this opportunity reserved for only 16 connoisseurs in France. The car has number 8, associated to the victory of the 2005 Shangaï Grand Prix and has since been carefully used and had only 1,050 original km at the time of our test. It comes with all its original documents, a bespoke cover and the F1 driver's helmet. If you didn't have the chance to treat yourself to this exceptional Alpine when it first launched, now’s your chance again - don't miss it!
Impact on VAT :
As the vehicle has been driven less than 6,000 kilometers, it can be considered “as new” for VAT purposes in certain European countries. Please contact your local tax authorities for confirmation prior to purchase. For a French buyer, a VAT of 20% will be charged on the hammer price and the premium.
Photos © Jean-François Cailliet