2002 RENAULT CLIO V6 PHASE 1

KEY FACTS

• An excellent low-mileage example of the iconic mid-engined hot hatch.
• Power comes from a 3.0-litre naturally aspirated V6 engine producing 227bhp, located directly behind the driver, coupled to a six-speed manual transmission.
• Having been dry stored for a number of years, the car presents fantastically throughout, and has an excellent maintenance history.

EQUIPMENT AND OPTIONS

• The car is finished in Iceberg Silver with the standard blue leather and Alcantara interior trim.
• Factory equipment includes electric windows, air-conditioning, and the original Renault radio cassette player.
• This example has been visually modified with black wheels, wheel spacers, and with professionally wrapped air intakes and roof.
• Included with the vehicle is a detailed history folder including the stamped service record, original handbooks and manuals, numerous invoices, two sets of keys and prior MOT certificates.
• The vehicle comes with the appropriate cherished registration ‘R5 VGG’, representing Renault Sport V6, which is of additional value.

CONDITION

• There is no known body damage.
• The paintwork is in generally excellent condition throughout, with only a few marks to the lower front bumper and a small lacquer crack in addition to the usual minor stone chips.
• All four wheels are in outstanding condition with no kerbing damage.
• Inside, the cabin is in very good shape, with minimal signs of use on the seat bases and bolsters.
• There is a known issue with the driver’s door central locking motor, which is temperamental when used in conjunction with the remote fob, though it always works with the key in the lock.
• There are no known mechanical faults or warning lights on the dashboard.
• The most recent MOT test took place on 06 April 2021 and resulted in a first-time pass with advisories for the rear tyres and slight play in the offside rear ball joint.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The latest service took place during May 2020 at 39,997 miles. This service included a full oil and filter change, along with the fitment of a new cam belt and water pump.
• Prior to this, the vehicle was in dry storage for around five years, so was serviced during October 2015 and also in April 2013, with the latter including another cam belt change.

Dates and mileage:

• 19.03.2004 - 11463 miles - Richard Sanders Ltd
• 23.04.2006 - 24561 miles - Auto Perfection Ltd
• 21.04.2007 - 33146 miles - Auto Perfection Ltd
• 23.06.2008 - 33642 miles - Bacton Car Sales
• 14.07.2009 - 34712 miles - Bacton Car Sales
• 23.07.2010 - 35368 miles - Bacton Car Sales
• 11.04.2013 - 36410 miles - Harratts
• 23.10.2015 - 39045 miles - Pentagon Renault
• (Dry stored in collection for around five years)
• 26.05.2020 - 39997 miles - Ellison Autos Renault Specialist

SUMMARY

Offering an esoteric driving experience unlike any other hot hatch of the era, the rear-mid-engined and rear-wheel drive Renault Clio V6 is great fun to drive. This example is in excellent condition throughout with low mileage and a strong service history, making it a fantastic opportunity for any collector of modern classics.

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