crownleyian Posted 10, June 2013 Report Share Posted 10, June 2013 Hi, Not quite a new member but... As some of you know that I owned a Clio RS 200 Gordini, but have been pulsating for a Megane RS 265 for a while now. So after contemplating and long negotiations it has now happened and there is now a Black Megane RS265 CUP with Leather in my garage. The car was purchased at Sydney City Renault and I must say they treated me with class. Robert knew what my Gordini meant to me and knew it wouldn't go easily. After negotiating for a entire afternoon we reached an agreement. Initially I dealt with Robert as promised after his hard work on last years negotiations failed (I couldn't let Gordini go). Robert promised he would look after me if I ever changed my mind and I if I would ever get into an RS265 and he did. If the Sydney City guys see this to Robert, Ben, Paul and Elizabeth thank you so much, first class treatment. About the Megane RS 265 what can I say still early days only 78km's, plus the double demerits have grounded me for now. But so far and from what I realized on the test drive it's just an amazing car. Going to get some Opti Coat Paint Protection with Frank from Bright Shine Mobile for the start of next month and also contemplating some stone-chip protection for the front. I will miss the Clio but just looking at the Black Demon in my Garage makes me giggle like an idiot. Take Care and see you guys soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve11 Posted 10, June 2013 Report Share Posted 10, June 2013 Congrats on the new purchase Nelson, shame to see the Gordini gone but good to see your still in an RS. Enjoy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rampage Posted 10, June 2013 Report Share Posted 10, June 2013 going to the dark side nelson? nice car though, you'll have to get used to people not waving to u now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crownleyian Posted 10, June 2013 Author Report Share Posted 10, June 2013 Thanks Steve11 Gordini will be missed no doubts on that. rampage I'll wave just don't know if I'll be ignored now by Clio drivers... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ace Posted 10, June 2013 Report Share Posted 10, June 2013 Good on you Nelson, glad to see you made it into a Megane. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hithere Posted 10, June 2013 Report Share Posted 10, June 2013 Congrats mate! Looks awesome in black! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Klaus Posted 10, June 2013 Report Share Posted 10, June 2013 Congrats Nelson. Enjoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david156 Posted 10, June 2013 Report Share Posted 10, June 2013 Congratulations mate from a fellow new 265 owner...looks great in black, enjoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ccrowe795 Posted 10, June 2013 Report Share Posted 10, June 2013 Welcome to the dark side of the force! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ange Posted 10, June 2013 Report Share Posted 10, June 2013 Nice work buddy! Can't wait to hear reports on how the cars differ Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speka Posted 11, June 2013 Report Share Posted 11, June 2013 Nice one Nelson - perhaps if you put a couple of white stripes along the bonnet and roof of the car you might feel a little more comfortable??!! Awesome looking car and welcome to the Megane club! Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUSGO Posted 11, June 2013 Report Share Posted 11, June 2013 Good luck with the newbie Nelson. I join you in your sadness for the Clio but hanging on to mine for some time yet. lolll Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crownleyian Posted 11, June 2013 Author Report Share Posted 11, June 2013 Thanks Guys. I will post my unskilled impressions soon lol. So far what I can say is, even thou the suspension setup is the same as the Clio. It does feel much better on Sydney roads than the Clio. Clio will be missed especially when I hit my local roundabouts. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apex Posted 11, June 2013 Report Share Posted 11, June 2013 Nice looking car, well done. 290kph speedometer, first time I have noticed that on the 265, may as well have a gauge that reads 9,000rpm too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBH58 Posted 12, June 2013 Report Share Posted 12, June 2013 I will post my unskilled impressions soon lol. So far what I can say is, even thou the suspension setup is the same as the Clio. It does feel much better on Sydney roads than the Clio. Clio will be missed especially when I hit my local roundabouts. Congrats. I had an Alfa 147GTA when I lived in Sydney and the ride, on what passes for a road in Sydney, was intolerable. I'm sure that the Megane will be a little more relaxed than the Clio. The Megane is very adept at roundabouts but you'll probably find that you need to be a bit more aggressive with it. It won't change direction quite as crisply as the Clio did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trixie Posted 12, June 2013 Report Share Posted 12, June 2013 Wonderful car, congratulations Nelson. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SamR Posted 12, June 2013 Report Share Posted 12, June 2013 Congrats on the purchase! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weetbix Posted 12, June 2013 Report Share Posted 12, June 2013 Very nice! Good combo black with leather, same as me. Prick to keep clean but boy do they look pretty when all shined up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBH58 Posted 12, June 2013 Report Share Posted 12, June 2013 Very nice! Good combo black with leather, same as me. Prick to keep clean but boy do they look pretty when all shined up. Agree...the "all black look" looks great...but my last car finished me with black forever. I just don't have the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nassy Posted 12, June 2013 Report Share Posted 12, June 2013 Congrats Nelson! Now hurry up and run it in, i cant wait to see it in the flesh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crownleyian Posted 13, June 2013 Author Report Share Posted 13, June 2013 Thanks guys for the congrats. Risked it by getting black but they look so good in Black it was irresistible. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pez Posted 13, June 2013 Report Share Posted 13, June 2013 Risked it by getting black but they look so good in Black it was irresistible. Well done Nelson. I saw an all black 265 last weekend and couldn't stop drooling. Top choice. Very Mafia Hitman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
murphyjayne Posted 13, June 2013 Report Share Posted 13, June 2013 CONGRATS! I walked in yesterday after being overseas for two weeks and immediately spotted the Gordini out the back. You finally took the plunge! Enjoy your new little black beast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crownleyian Posted 14, June 2013 Author Report Share Posted 14, June 2013 Yes the Gordini is/was? Available at Sydney City the car is in almost new conditions. Who ever picks it up take good care of it, please. And it comes with the Akrapovic. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave200 Posted 14, June 2013 Report Share Posted 14, June 2013 Shoulda helped a brother out and swapped my stock exhaust for the akropovic plus cash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crownleyian Posted 14, June 2013 Author Report Share Posted 14, June 2013 I know did think about it, but things moved pretty fast and weekend projects cut down time allot. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crownleyian Posted 16, June 2013 Author Report Share Posted 16, June 2013 So I went for my first drive today up to Richmond and back home, just a little slow cruise with a few hard accelerations. So in one certain area I hit the Sport button and went a little harder. I almost jumped off my seat with the loud pop/bang from the exhaust. In one certain moment it just popped a bang like a rally car. Yes I almost blew in my pans lol. Ohhhh my... I can't imagine what is to come from that engine and exhaust when it loosens up a little more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weetbix Posted 17, June 2013 Report Share Posted 17, June 2013 Yes it keeps getting better! After my first track day the exhaust started making more cracks and pops. Just had centre resonater chopped today and it is cracking like mad. Well worth doing! Oh and you should just hit that sport button every time you start the car Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
147owner Posted 19, June 2013 Report Share Posted 19, June 2013 Congratulations, I did something similar and while the Clio is a great little car, the 265 just suits me better. Enjoy.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azz Posted 20, June 2013 Report Share Posted 20, June 2013 Nelson! Just saw this, you finally did it - grats man! Will miss the gordini, but that all black beast is a worthy replacement, can't wait to see it in person Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moosey Posted 20, June 2013 Report Share Posted 20, June 2013 Nice one, Nelson! Congrats on the purchase. You'll miss that Akra NA bliss for sure Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crownleyian Posted 24, June 2013 Author Report Share Posted 24, June 2013 Thanks guys once more, not much driving yet, waiting for paint protection to be done so will be limiting my drives, I know I'm being a pussy. Moosey when are you popping back in NSW for a drive day? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiapoco Posted 25, June 2013 Report Share Posted 25, June 2013 Hey Nelson if you don't mind a bit of JDM company (mostly supras) should come join myself, gwal and whitbomb do a Wisemens run.. I'll even detail your car if you like haha Congrats on the beast, didn't quite catch ya around Centennial ave today. Shoulda gave that horn a go - instantly recognisable anywhere Diggin the avatar too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moosey Posted 27, June 2013 Report Share Posted 27, June 2013 Moosey when are you popping back in NSW for a drive day? Sooner than you might think Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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