Renault Sport Spider Like new condition 1999
General description :
The Renault-Sport-Spider is typically a car never to be repeated and was only fully understood long after production ceased. In the 90’s car manufacturers were still able to design a car with only one thought in mind: Drive ecstasy! What with today’s strict emission and pedestrian safety demands one thing is sure; a pure sports car like the Renault Sport Spider will never hit the market again. Let’s not prevaricate, Renault had pure bad luck at the introduction of the Sport Spider. Almost simultaneously Lotus introduced its Elise which weighed a mere 752 kg in its lightest configuration. The 938 kg Renault Sport Spider seemed a bit heavy by comparison. The Renault Sport Spider did have a number of advantages over the Lotus. You could order your Spider without a front screen, it is a proper open 2-seater, the boot space is more accessible and does not get as hot, the driving position is better and above all the Renault Sport Spider engine is a lot stronger than the Lotus’s Rover K-series one. Another advantage over the Lotus is that a Renault Sport Spider is a lot rarer than a first generation Elise. We can now say that in hindsight people who were brave enough to order a Renault Sport Spider in the 90’s have come good. After 20 years the Renault Sport Spider has become a fixed feature in the lightweight sports car class. Values have always been good and of late are rising steadily. Of the planned 2,000 cars only 1,725 were actually built, of which 80 were used in a special race class. Our Renault Sport Spider is a fully spec’d car. In “Renault Sport Spider speak” that means to addition of a front screen and steering wheel airbag. Renault had a fairly extensive program of factory accessories for the Spider. This car for instance has the optional 16” wheels and there is even an accompanying file listing the accessories is present! The previous owner also accessorised the car further with an Elia sports exhaust, a full hood, a decal set inspired by the Spider Trophy and a tonneau cover. It is not just the accessories that make this car; it is also in excellent condition and has the original car wallet containing its manual and service book. A spare key is also included. In 1999 this Renault Sport Spider entered mainstream traffic in Germany. It is therefore one of the very last Spiders built. The car is in extraordinary great shape. The “Gris Titane” is in very good condition as is the fibreglass bodywork. The bodywork is undamaged and aligns correctly. The upward tilting doors also open and shut perfectly with ease. Similarly the interior trim is in very good shape. The Recaro seats are pristine, all interior paneling has been very well looked after and all instruments are in good working order. Underneath the car all is well. The original flat bottom is undamaged. The engine and gearbox are as excepted: Bone dry. The low 29,934 mileage together with the excellent maintenance record provide top-quality mechanical condition for this Renault Sport Spider. The 2.0 F7R 16V engine and manual gearbox come straight out of the iconic Renault Clio Williams. Looking back we surely can state that the 90’s were a very good era for Renault. The engine runs a treat and sounds fantastic. The transmission allows for smooth, precise and easy gear changes. The 2.0 16V engine delivers 150 Hp and gets from 0 -100 km/hr in 6.9 seconds. It has a top speed of 215 km/hr. The car’s exception condition is exemplified by the pristine condition of the engine bay. This is without doubt a top quality Renault Sport Spider with a lovely low mileage. It has a complete provenance and truly has nothing left wanting attention. A very interesting car for the serious collector as well as for someone who just wants one of the very best Renault Sports Spider’s around! Gallery Aaldering is Europe’s leading Classic Cars specialist since 1975! Always 400 Classic and Sportscars in stock, please visit http://www.gallery-aaldering.com for the current stock list (all offered cars are available in our showroom) and further information. We are located near the German border, 95 km from Düsseldorf and 90 km from Amsterdam. So easy traveling by plane, train, taxi and car. Transport and worldwide shipping can be arranged. No duties/import costs within Europe. We buy, sell and provide consignment sales (selling on behalf of the owner). We can arrange/provide registration/papers for our German (H-Kennzeichen, TÜV, Fahrzeugbrief, Wertgutachten usw.) and Benelux customers. Gallery Aaldering, Arnhemsestraat 47, 6971 AP Brummen, The Netherlands. Tel: 0031-575-564055. Quality, experience and transparency is what sets us apart. We look forward to welcoming you in our showroom
1999 Renault Sport Spider Like new condition is listed for sale on ClassicDigest in Brummen by The Gallery for €42500.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Renault Model : Sport Spider Model Version : Like new condition Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1999 Sub type : Convertible Location : Brummen Vehicle Registration : Undefined
42500 €
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About Renault
Ah, Renault, a name that's as French as a croissant and as ingrained in automotive history as a baguette in a Parisian café. Let's take a leisurely drive through the annals of this storied manufacturer, shall we?Our story begins in the late 19th century when the Renault brothers, Louis, Marcel, and Fernand, decided to put their inventive minds to work. In 1898, they introduced their very first car, the Renault Voiturette. It was a petite, rear-engined contraption that looked like something Jules Verne might have designed. This pint-sized pioneer laid the foundation for Renault's automotive legacy.
Now, if we're talking about influential Renault models, we mustn't overlook the Renault 4. Launched in 1961, it was the French answer to the Volkswagen Beetle. The Renault 4 was practical, versatile, and designed to handle the rough and tumble of rural France. It was as much at home in the city as it was on a farm, a true embodiment of French pragmatism.
But let's not forget the Renault 5, or "Le Supercinq" as it was known in France. Introduced in the mid-'70s, this little hatchback was a design sensation. Its quirky, angular lines and cheeky personality made it an instant hit. It was economical, fun to drive, and became an icon of French urban life.
Then came the Renault Espace in 1984. It was one of the pioneers of the MPV (multi-purpose vehicle) segment. The Espace was designed for families who wanted the practicality of a van without sacrificing the comfort of a car. It was the beginning of a new era in family transport.
And let's not forget the Renault Twingo, introduced in 1992. It was a small city car that broke the mold with its innovative design and rear-engine layout. The Twingo was proof that small cars could be stylish and practical, and it was a hit with urban dwellers across Europe.
Now, if you want to talk about a true game-changer, it's the Renault Clio. First introduced in 1990, the Clio became a European favorite. It combined style, performance, and affordability in a way that few cars could match. It's the kind of car that's as comfortable on the Champs-Élysées as it is navigating the narrow streets of a French village.
But, of course, we can't forget the Renault Megane. It's been a stalwart of the compact car segment since its debut in 1995. With its distinctive rear-end design and a range of engines to suit every taste, the Megane has remained a strong contender in a competitive market.
So there you have it, a leisurely tour through the history of Renault, a company that has always managed to infuse a touch of French flair into the automotive world. Renault has given us cars that are as diverse as the French countryside itself, from practical workhorses to stylish city slickers. It's a brand that's as much a part of France's cultural tapestry as a bottle of Bordeaux or a game of pétanque. Vive la Renault!