SIGMET

Just a trap I've fallen into that I wanted to save someone else from! That being said I feel I got mine at a very good price so I won't complain too much Sent from my LG-H850 using Tapatalk

Can't go past Alpine Affaire, they're in Ringwood. Good blokes, good service and they know RS cars better than anyone Sent from my LG-H850 using Tapatalk

Always check the timing belt has been done on time (costs around $770 at Alpine Affaire in Ringwood, VIC), and check for any evidence of wear on gearbox and engine mounts. You can tell if the mounts are failing sometimes due to excessive vibration at idle. Honestly, best bet is to do what I did and pay a specialist workshop an hour labour to do a mechanical inspection (a RWC only says it is safe to drive, not that it is in good condition). I got a compression test, all mounts checked out, full underbody check for chassis repair or damage, and suspension check. Only cost me $105 which was so worth it for the peace of mind. Other typical issues are driver's window, wear on the recaro seat bolsters and seat rails, and cheap tyres being put on to pass RWC. Mine have heaps of tread (Toyo Proxes T1 Sports) but can't put power down in 3rd gear unless the road is dead flat and dry. I'm looking at at least a $1,500 bill to upgrade to Pilot Sport 3s or Pilot Super Sports, so bear that cost in mind!

Great to see another proud new owner on here! Have had my 250 Trophy for a week now so know that new RenaultSport feeling rather well Hope to see you at a meet up soon!

Thanks everyone, already feel at home here. Drove her home tonight and I think I'm already in love... And I'm not sure why they come equipped with "Normal" Mode haha. The throttle response in Sport is addictive and the steering is just so perfect

Cheers, and don't blame you for losing breakfast in a Pitts. They do things normal light aircraft just shouldn't....

Flying out of Moorabbin, and I think Arthur's Seat is a given! Plenty of good roads on the peninsula to get a feel for how she drives. I've only ever test driven RS cars (never owned anything faster than a 1.8L Astra.... ) so can't wait to see how my daily commute improves Additionally, can anyone link me to any local RS owners groups that may go on the odd drive? Keen to meet up with fellow enthusiasts, and would prefer to give a wide berth to those car clubs that meet up on the Princess Hwy at 1am if you get my drift.

Thanks chuckovski, will do. Need to get familiar with the significant performance increase from my previous car but I'm keen to hit the twisties as soon as possible!

Just thought I'd introduce myself (and more importantly) my new car. Been searching high and low for a RenaultSport for the last few months and finally settled on a 2012 RenaultSport Megane 250 Cup Trophee finished in Glacier White. Looking forward to getting behind the wheel tomorrow and finding out what all the hype is about! Also looking forward to participating in the forums, you seem like a great bunch of enthusiasts