1985 Renault 5 GT Turbo

Find us at deanemotors.ie Renault has quite an impressive back catalogue of Hot Hatches to its name, and it all started with this, the Renault 5 GT Turbo. First registered in Hungary in 1985, this Phase One is thought to be the one of the very first produced and one of not the oldest surviving example in Europe and is in wonderful condition. Not to be mistaken with the mid-engined Renault 5 Turbo, the GT Turbo is a more conventional Renault 5 layout but is powered by a 1.4 Turbo engine and was fitted with many other upgrades over its standard siblings such as wider wheelarches and side skirts, lowered suspension, faster steering rack, deep bolstered seats and lots of other little touches. Still wearing its original Electric Blue paintwork, this GT Turbo is very impressive and has remained completely standard over its 133,000 kms. This was not your average MAX POWER Renault 5. The original 6-slot alloy wheels have benefitted from a refurbishment new tires and the two dash panels have been re-trimmed in black Alcantara. The engine, gearbox and turbo have all also received a complete rebuild in recent years and have not driven more than 5k km since. We have just serviced the car and she is running like a dream. Being a 40 year old car she is NCT exempt now also. The car is an absolute blast to drive and the ‘Hot Hatch’ badge could not be more appropriate. Loads of boost, great gear change and handling that would make you think twice before making a quick maneuver. It’s a handful. The car is presented with a nice history file charting its journey to Ireland and represents a rare opportunity to obtain an early and unmolested example of one of the wildest hatches produced in the ‘80s. This is the best priced and lowest mileage Renault 5 Turbo in Europe. **Viewing strictly by appointment. All cars supplied with valid NCT where appropriate.**