- One of the last Renault 5s built
- Good condition, inside and out
- Amusing police-style livery (a simple wrap)
- No reserve
This Renault 5 was donated to the collection, but as the bodywork had suffered a few bumps, it was restored by the team at the collection before they had the idea of decking it out as a police car. The black panels are simply a wrap, a plastic film which can be easily removed. The interior is in very good condition throughout, including the near-new seats, headlining, door cards and dashboard.
This Renault 5 was one of the last examples built, just before the Superfive was introduced, with its engine now transversely mounted. The original Renault 5 was a tremendous success, with 5.7 million cars sold from 1972–1984: for 10 years, it was the bestselling car in France. An excellent all-rounder, it stood out with its compact and attractive styling, plastic bumpers, practical rear hatchback and supple suspension, which provided an ideal compromise between ride comfort and roadholding.
This car, which will need to be serviced before being used again, represents an excellent opportunity to acquire an example of this sought-after model in good condition, well-preserved survivors having become particularly rare.
Crédit photos © Peter Singhof