mattsmadmini Posted 10, February 2021 Report Share Posted 10, February 2021 Its only been a few months now that ive decided i need some sort of RS in my fleet (172, 182 or 225), things im looking for: reasonably well maintained, within budget, not a completely thrashed engine/exterior. So leads me to the 'how long did it take you to find your perfect car?' Im always searching marketplace, gumtree, carsales etc looking for my 'perfect' rs. Sadly, even after 5ish months, im either too late or doesnt tick the boxes ya know, brings the hunt down a little. Anywho, just wondering how long i should keep going for, or will test driving one help keep the flame alive? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattsmadmini Posted 10, February 2021 Author Report Share Posted 10, February 2021 Also, sorry if this was posted in the wrong area! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLUGGO33X Posted 10, February 2021 Report Share Posted 10, February 2021 Covid hasn't been the best time to look for a RS, or used cars in general. Inflated prices and anything decent is snapped up quickly, usually at a premium. I started looking for my second RS just as Covid took hold and passed on a few early thinking the world was going to end and bargains were around the corner. I was wrong. In the end it took me 8 months to find the right one, and it was an off market sale, else I might still be looking. Hang in there, they're definitely worth the wait. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pastry Posted 10, February 2021 Report Share Posted 10, February 2021 (edited) I spent +9 months looking but part of that was convincing the other half! I spent about 3 weeks sorting it out, 4 weeks driving it, then crashed it and it's been off the road since. Sometimes all you can do is laugh.. 😭 Edited 10, February 2021 by Pastry 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedfiend41 Posted 10, February 2021 Report Share Posted 10, February 2021 If you’re after a specific model it can take ages, especially right now. Limited models like 8.08s, R26s etc are even worse. I can’t see it getting better until we’re all allowed to travel overseas again. Then, all the toys people bought through excess funds/sheer boredom will hit the market to fund travel. Values may drop slightly, but I can’t see it just crashing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darkrym Posted 10, February 2021 Report Share Posted 10, February 2021 6 hours ago, Pastry said: I spent +9 months looking but part of that was convincing the other half! I spent about 3 weeks sorting it out, 4 weeks driving it, then crashed it and it's been off the road since. Sometimes all you can do is laugh.. 😭 Reminds me of when I first got mine not even a week with it and I crashed it 😪 But to answer OP I was looking for about a 2-3 months before seeing two very good deals poped up (going of past market data) and jumped on both. Couldn't off been happier with them, the dodgier of the two was actually the better one in the end hahah. Probs not the best advice to follow but just wanted to point out if your careful and do your homework you'll be fine. As @speedfiend41 said the market is a sellers market atm so price's are high, both the Megane's I got have increased in value by 10% ish going off the current market. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Friedchicken Posted 10, February 2021 Report Share Posted 10, February 2021 (edited) Even in normal circumstances it can take a while. I remember test driving many 172s and 197s. It never panned out for whatever reason (usually crunching gearboxes). Both times I've bought Renault Sports have been more or less unintended. Just end up falling in love with the bloody things. Edited 10, February 2021 by Friedchicken 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simo74 Posted 10, February 2021 Report Share Posted 10, February 2021 Good to hear that there are good ones out there if you wait a while. Sad to hear that it might take months. I only sold my old mini in January so looks like I have a few more months of looking to go. That will drive the wife crazy !! Lol 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lachlan8 Posted 10, February 2021 Report Share Posted 10, February 2021 I'm very much of the 'incremental improvement' school of thought. I first bought a 182, then when I saw one in my preferred colour sold the first one. Now I've done just that with a ph1. You can hang around and wait but generally they're all great fun and for some models (as mentioned above) it could be a very long wait! Renault's seem to have also become rather trendy with non Renault people which is both exciting and annoying. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simo74 Posted 10, February 2021 Report Share Posted 10, February 2021 5 minutes ago, lachlan8 said: non Renault people which is both exciting and annoying. When do non Renault people become Renault people ? Is there a test 😉 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Friedchicken Posted 10, February 2021 Report Share Posted 10, February 2021 3 minutes ago, Simo74 said: When do non Renault people become Renault people ? Is there a test 😉 Memorising timing belt service intervals 😂 1 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simo74 Posted 10, February 2021 Report Share Posted 10, February 2021 11 minutes ago, Friedchicken said: Memorising timing belt service intervals 😂 It would be good if people could just agree on them first 🤪 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nat1 Posted 10, February 2021 Report Share Posted 10, February 2021 Started looking in July last year, found car I was interested in but couldn’t look at it bc of Covid, looked at and picked up car end of November. Keep in mind the car I bought was never advertised for sale on any website, was only from talking to ppl in here that I found it. Keep in memory if any one talks about maybe selling ther car in future and enquire about it. Some good example cars go on sale on This site and are sold within hours. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nat1 Posted 10, February 2021 Report Share Posted 10, February 2021 Also, sorry to state the obvious, but clio2’s are a dying breed. Write offs, ppl turning them into supercharged road cars, turning them into turbocharged Honda engined track weapons etc 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pastry Posted 11, February 2021 Report Share Posted 11, February 2021 They genuinely are, stock up while you can! 182 Cups are going to be impossible to find. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt205 Posted 11, February 2021 Report Share Posted 11, February 2021 25 minutes ago, Pastry said: They genuinely are, stock up while you can! 182 Cups are going to be impossible to find. Especially in white! 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simo74 Posted 11, February 2021 Report Share Posted 11, February 2021 (edited) 22 hours ago, lachlan8 said: I'm very much of the 'incremental improvement' school of thought I have never thought of it this way but it actually kinda makes sense. Buy one that isn’t perfect and just drive and enjoy it whilst you look for one more perfect 🤯 Edited 11, February 2021 by Simo74 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moosey Posted 11, February 2021 Report Share Posted 11, February 2021 Found my perfect RS after just one quick drive, back in 2004. And I still have it 😈 7 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pastry Posted 11, February 2021 Report Share Posted 11, February 2021 Mine is/was rough around the edges but these cars exude personality so I think you’re likely to love whatever you buy. There was a ph1 listed on FB today that looks interesting, seller a nice guy. Said he also has a friend considering selling a 182. When you start talking to people and keep your eyes open, unlisted cars start to come out of the woodwork.. In my short experience the RS community is pretty awesome all round. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abb6027 Posted 11, February 2021 Report Share Posted 11, February 2021 Found my perfect RS after about 1 hour although it was a demo 😬 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simo74 Posted 11, February 2021 Report Share Posted 11, February 2021 11 hours ago, Pastry said: There was a ph1 listed on FB today What FB group ?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pastry Posted 11, February 2021 Report Share Posted 11, February 2021 @Simo74 Renault Sport NSW 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattsmadmini Posted 12, February 2021 Author Report Share Posted 12, February 2021 13 hours ago, Pastry said: Mine is/was rough around the edges but these cars exude personality so I think you’re likely to love whatever you buy. There was a ph1 listed on FB today that looks interesting, seller a nice guy. Said he also has a friend considering selling a 182. When you start talking to people and keep your eyes open, unlisted cars start to come out of the woodwork.. In my short experience the RS community is pretty awesome all round. Yeah im getting that vibe... Very similar to other passionate automotive groups. Guess ill keep my ear to the ground for whispers and keep my eyes peeled. Thanks for the replies everyone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s9810588 Posted 12, February 2021 Report Share Posted 12, February 2021 I waited 7-8 years to find the “perfect” RS. Even then, the condition was far from perfect! Five years later, still needing lots of fixes! 😆 2 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lachlan8 Posted 12, February 2021 Report Share Posted 12, February 2021 (edited) 11 hours ago, Pastry said: @Simo74 Renault Sport NSW Sweeeeet. How much? Edited 12, February 2021 by lachlan8 . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krappy Posted 12, February 2021 Report Share Posted 12, February 2021 Isn’t that @Lesault's Ph1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krappy Posted 12, February 2021 Report Share Posted 12, February 2021 9 hours ago, s9810588 said: I waited 7-8 years to find the “perfect” RS. Even then, the condition was far from perfect! Five years later, still needing lots of fixes! 😆 I don't think an RS is ever truly fixed! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pastry Posted 12, February 2021 Report Share Posted 12, February 2021 12 hours ago, lachlan8 said: Sweeeeet. How much? More than I wanted to pay for one red door. no idea what mods it has but also more than you just paid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lachlan8 Posted 12, February 2021 Report Share Posted 12, February 2021 It's not even the right red door! Just a cheaply self sprayed silver door! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pastry Posted 13, February 2021 Report Share Posted 13, February 2021 yea well... it might come to that! 😅 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slick Posted 13, February 2021 Report Share Posted 13, February 2021 (edited) In 2005 decided to trade our Honda S2000 (a flawed car - pity, great engine) for a RS Clio that I had read about. Went into the dealer, saw the car and bought it on the spot. Every time I drive it, even after 15 years, I am still impressed at how good it is - especially at Phillip Island !!!!! Edited 23, February 2021 by slick 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davejay Posted 13, February 2021 Report Share Posted 13, February 2021 Should’ve kept the s2000, could’ve sold it now n bought three clios! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slick Posted 13, February 2021 Report Share Posted 13, February 2021 38 minutes ago, Davejay said: Should’ve kept the s2000, could’ve sold it now n bought three clios! Yes - probably !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesault Posted 14, February 2021 Report Share Posted 14, February 2021 On 12/02/2021 at 9:46 PM, krappy said: Isn’t that @Lesault's Ph1 Yep, shes going up for sale soon. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lachlan8 Posted 14, February 2021 Report Share Posted 14, February 2021 @Lesault revisited your build thread and was reminded of the steering wheel. Pure porn. Think I better just pull the wheels from everything I have and ship em to SA. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesault Posted 14, February 2021 Report Share Posted 14, February 2021 20 minutes ago, lachlan8 said: @Lesault revisited your build thread and was reminded of the steering wheel. Pure porn. Think I better just pull the wheels from everything I have and ship em to SA. Honeslty its one of the best bits about driving that car, steering that through a corner with all the tight powerflex and the skinny alcantara wheel in your hand is just sensational. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattsmadmini Posted 21, February 2021 Author Report Share Posted 21, February 2021 Had a test drive of a 172 this afternoon with a forum member. Absolutely lovely time, love it when community and automotive passion cross over. The best kind of people! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HamishW96 Posted 22, February 2021 Report Share Posted 22, February 2021 On 11/02/2021 at 8:53 PM, Moosey said: Found my perfect RS after just one quick drive, back in 2004. And I still have it 😈 I was in grade 2, playing gran Turismo 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zarnow Posted 23, February 2021 Report Share Posted 23, February 2021 (edited) I missed out on my perfect RS. That Alien Green Clio III that was for sale recently. I was too slow. And I am sure 99% of people on here would've gone for it they saw it. And I suspect if it ever gets listed again. It wont be the same price as the other Clios. Edited 23, February 2021 by zarnow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattsmadmini Posted 24, February 2021 Author Report Share Posted 24, February 2021 17 hours ago, zarnow said: I missed out on my perfect RS. That Alien Green Clio III that was for sale recently. I was too slow. And I am sure 99% of people on here would've gone for it they saw it. And I suspect if it ever gets listed again. It wont be the same price as the other Clios. An alien green clio III you say!? mad. Anyone on here grab it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apple3337 Posted 24, February 2021 Report Share Posted 24, February 2021 6 minutes ago, mattsmadmini said: An alien green clio III you say!? Yes it's making an appearance here: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pastry Posted 24, February 2021 Report Share Posted 24, February 2021 Much tragedy in this thread! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt205 Posted 24, February 2021 Report Share Posted 24, February 2021 (edited) Honestly, as @Gambit, @Moosey, @lachlan8, @63x1092, myself and many others on here can attest, just buy anything that pops up for sale and convince significant other that you are doing to sell on for profit. They eventually lose track with careful shuffling. And the perfect RS is any that you happen to be driving at the time. Adding @rob 240 and @walkie86 to the above list of tragics.... Edited 24, February 2021 by Matt205 4 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
63x1092 Posted 24, February 2021 Report Share Posted 24, February 2021 How’d I make this list ? We only own 11 Renaults in this house hold at present. Ok 9 of the 11 are in my name. 1 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob 240 Posted 24, February 2021 Report Share Posted 24, February 2021 Just buy one - as matt says - then SWMBO forgets and buy another better investment than super and way more fun along life’s rich journey PH 1 yellow PH 1 silver PH 1 V6 silver PH 2 track car PH 2 black PH 3 Demon when too many clios is not enough 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OzJustin Posted 24, February 2021 Report Share Posted 24, February 2021 I've also been on the hunt for a while but all the decent Megane 3's that I've seen lately are grey! Holding out for a different colour... The market does seem to be softening though as I've seen many sitting for ages and a couple have started dropping their price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedfiend41 Posted 24, February 2021 Report Share Posted 24, February 2021 42 minutes ago, OzJustin said: I've also been on the hunt for a while but all the decent Megane 3's that I've seen lately are grey! Holding out for a different colour... The market does seem to be softening though as I've seen many sitting for ages and a couple have started dropping their price. Agree somewhat. I think it’s coming off the boil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSky Posted 25, February 2021 Report Share Posted 25, February 2021 Send the grey ones my way! I'm still winding myself up that cars were 4-5 grand cheaper when I was first looking. Still yet to find the right car for me though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob 240 Posted 25, February 2021 Report Share Posted 25, February 2021 LY 808 is the sweet spot for mine 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OzJustin Posted 25, February 2021 Report Share Posted 25, February 2021 9 hours ago, RSky said: Send the grey ones my way! I'm still winding myself up that cars were 4-5 grand cheaper when I was first looking. Still yet to find the right car for me though. Totally agree about the COVID tax price rise. I can't get over this dealer car. It was already ridiculously overpriced and has sat for weeks and weeks, and then I see today that they've just raised the price another $2k. 🤣 https://www.carsales.com.au/cars/details/2014-renault-megane-r-s-265-cup-premium-manual/OAG-AD-19518553/?Cr=26 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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