spinr33 Posted 21, May 2011 Report Share Posted 21, May 2011 Hi all, Just wondering what peoples opinions are on the various Renault models etc i was looking around at 172,182's and the like but finding a low km one reasonably priced is abit hit and miss. So i then had alook at the 225 meganes cup and non cup more expensive but lower km and a later model car seems to be more available better variety have cruise control which i have currently and find it great when you have to drive long distances etc. And now renault have released the 1.9% on the new clios might be another viable option im just interested in other peoples opinions on the models and what they would go buy in the current mix of renaults and pricing. Rgeards Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nemz Posted 21, May 2011 Report Share Posted 21, May 2011 I think you'll struggle to get a unbiased opinion on here. Still worth a try though I'm new to the world of RenaultSport so all I can do is praise the 200 Trophee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tubbsy Posted 21, May 2011 Report Share Posted 21, May 2011 I reckon a Megane R26 is the sweet spot for value, performance and 'specialness'. Can be had for mid/high twenties so already depreciated by almost 50%. it's the only one on your list with an LSD fitted. There's a nice looking one in SA in yellow, and I think a member in Sydney has a black one in the for sale section on here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolf Posted 21, May 2011 Report Share Posted 21, May 2011 Agree with Tubbsy on R26 value for $$$ Having said that though....you're looking at 172 --> New RS200. May i ask "what's you ideal price range?" As the 1.9% is pretty damn good. WOLF Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CorporalPunishment Posted 21, May 2011 Report Share Posted 21, May 2011 Not sure the 1.9% interest rate applies to any of the RenaultSport models unfortunately... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanSA Posted 21, May 2011 Report Share Posted 21, May 2011 That finance deal is over 3 yrs, which may be prohibitive with big monthly repayments. The interest rate is awesome tho I often think about this too, as looking for a new daily to compliment the Ph1 and agree with Tubbsy that the R26 is looking very good ATM if you want factory LSD and decent anchors. The 225 Cups also offer a bargain especially with a stage 1 tune, new mounts and pad upgrade. Ultimately I think it depends on two things, budget and if you like your dish served raw or not. Clio will always be more direct and simple with Megs offering refinement and turbo torque. That one in SA does look good tho Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CorporalPunishment Posted 21, May 2011 Report Share Posted 21, May 2011 Not sure the 1.9% interest rate applies to any of the RenaultSport models unfortunately... Actually I know nothing lol, it is apart of the deal now apparently. But there's a lot of catches with the deal... Best to have a read through the fine print Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dish Posted 21, May 2011 Report Share Posted 21, May 2011 Ultimately I think it depends on two things, budget and if you like your dish served raw or not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanSA Posted 21, May 2011 Report Share Posted 21, May 2011 Sorry mate, question for Jen maybe? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolf Posted 22, May 2011 Report Share Posted 22, May 2011 Sorry mate, question for Jen maybe? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spinr33 Posted 22, May 2011 Author Report Share Posted 22, May 2011 Agree with Tubbsy on R26 value for $$$Having said that though....you're looking at 172 --> New RS200. May i ask "what's you ideal price range?" As the 1.9% is pretty damn good. WOLF Hi mate im just thinking outloud trying to gather opnions old vs new etc and what models people are going for i dont really have an ideal price range or anything but i think an 250 would be too much of a stretch lol Keep the opinions coming though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dish Posted 22, May 2011 Report Share Posted 22, May 2011 Sorry mate, question for Jen maybe? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trixie Posted 22, May 2011 Report Share Posted 22, May 2011 I went through a similar process a couple of months back. Megane 225 I didn't rate - too soft for me - and while the 225 Cup is a nice all- rounder I knew I'd always regret not getting an R26. Yet for the same ask (or thereabouts) I found a low km R27 and then a RS200. The RS200 was awesome - great build, good interior space, brilliant drivetrain and fantastic, danceable, communicative chassis. Great safety and, for what it is, decent refinement. The R27 I tried was similar but not quite as peppy. But in the end the 182 Cup was just that level or two more raw, more chuckable and ridiculously agile. Made me grin at lower speeds thus more of the time. In spite of it being a touch firmer and harsher than stock, I'm perfectly happy to use it as a daily (given the option of the BMW 325i) or drive it several hundred km at a stretch. They don't make cars like the 182 any more which is why I wanted one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolf Posted 23, May 2011 Report Share Posted 23, May 2011 In the future,i'll be looking at a 197. Then customise it to suit. They are quite well priced too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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