Renault Clio I Initiale - 1997 *No reserve

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"Not expensive enough my son": this is what the advert for the Baccara, which later became the Clio Initiale, said at the time. And indeed, this little Clio has everything of a big one and will meet the needs of the most demanding: leather, wood and air conditioning are there. Today, it has become a friendly Youngtimer, and will also be able to accompany you on a daily basis.
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This 1997 Renault Clio I Initiale of French origin is a 5th hand with 224,000 km, justified by a Histovec report. The seller states that the car is in good overall condition, has a valid MOT and has had recent and regular servicing. The seller has been the 3rd and 5th owner of this vehicle. The car was purchased new at the Renault dealership in Valréas in the Vaucluse.
On the outside, the car is in good condition. The paint in its "Abyss Green" color has been repainted in the past, it has some visible defects in the gallery. The right rear door strip shows a trace of impact and one rocker panel has a crack. There are two small dents on the outside, due to a repair of the tailgate cylinder anchors with rivets. The exterior plastics and seals are in good condition. The 2 front lights were replaced in early 2016. The seller indicates that the chassis of this Clio is sound, pictures of the underpinnings are available in the gallery.
The leather upholstery is in good general condition but it shows some traces of use. We note a tear on the passenger seat. The steering wheel and the dashboard are in good condition. The wooden gear knob has been recently redone. The on-board instrumentation and the electrical equipment are working normally.
The 1.8-liter 4-cylinder developed 95 hp when it left the factory. The seller indicates that the mechanics work normally as well as the 5-speed manual transmission. The engine is completely original. The seller has invoices following part of the car's mileage. Recently, it has benefited from the following charges:
- Distribution kit & water pump in March 2021
- Engine change in March 2021
- New intermediate silencer 2021
- Functional air conditioning recharged in April 2021
- Clutch kit and cable replaced in late 2013, it has about 50,000 kms.
The car has its original 4 rims in good condition shod with 2018 Hankook tires in the front, and 2017 Vredestein in the rear. The car brakes normally. The front and rear pads are new. The shocks were replaced in 2013 (70,000 kms driven).
The seller is a private individual located in France in Vertou (44) and accepts visits during the sale. The car will be sold with its French registration, invoices, its car radio code and immobilizer code (in case of key defect). The seller agrees to provide a favorable CT of less than 6 months for the sale. The car will be sold with the following parts:
- A gooseneck type hitch
- 2 front seats (to be re-dyed but not torn)
- Interior trims
- An alternator
- A starter
- Filters
- Brake lines.
The vehicle is sold without reserve price.
Auction information
Auction opening dates: dimanche 03 octobre 2021 - 00:00
Auction end date: mardi 12 octobre 2021 - 21:40
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