Description
## 2010 Renault Clio Renaultsport 200 – 72, 000 Miles – Full Service History – Private Plate Included
Very well cared-for 2010 Renault Clio Renaultsport 200 finished in red, with approximately 72, 000 miles, three previous owners and a full service history.
This is a completely standard, unmodified example that has been maintained properly throughout its life. Thousands of pounds have been spent on it by both myself and the previous owner, including around £2, 500 during my ownership alone.
The private registration is included in the sale and is believed to be worth approximately £1, 000.
Specification and history
* Approximately 72, 000 miles
* Full service history
* Three owners
* Completely standard and unmodified
* MOT until November
* Two keys
* Private registration included
* No rust
* Recently refurbished alloy wheels
* Tyres replaced approximately 4, 000 miles ago
### Recent maintenance
* Brand-new front and rear MTEC C-Hook brake discs and pads
* Lower gearbox mount replaced
* Both front top mounts replaced
* New fuel pump approximately 2, 000 miles ago
* Replacement crankshaft position sensor
The car drives very well and feels extremely solid. It has clearly been looked after rather than modified, abused or maintained on a budget. It is becoming increasingly difficult to find low-mileage, original RS200s in this condition. The car has never seen a track.
Condition
The interior and mechanical condition are very good for the age. The bodywork does have some general age-related marks, as expected on a 16-year-old car, but there is no rust.
For complete transparency, the following points are worth mentioning:
* A few minor interior rattles over rough roads, as is common with cars of this age
* The paint on the rear boot lip is mottled. It appears that a previous owner fitted a boot-lip protector and the adhesive affected the clear coat when it was removed
* The headlights are beginning to mist slightly and would benefit from a polish
* When started from completely cold, the car can occasionally hesitate or kangaroo slightly and has a flat spot between approximately 1, 500 and 2, 500 rpm. This is a widely documented characteristic that some RS200s develop, I would suggest researching before purchasing.
I have described the car as honestly as possible, but overall it is an exceptionally solid, well-maintained and low-mileage example that has had a significant amount of money spent on it.
A great opportunity to buy an original Renaultsport 200 that has not been modified or neglected. I bought this Clio because I wanted a genuinely well-kept, unmodified RS200 rather than one that had been heavily modified or driven hard. Its low mileage, full service history and overall condition made it stand out, and it has continued to be maintained properly throughout my ownership, with around £2, 500 spent on it during that time.
What makes the RS200 special is how much character it has. The steering is direct, the chassis feels incredibly sharp and the naturally aspirated engine rewards being revved, but it is still practical enough to use regularly. It feels far more involving than most modern hot hatchbacks and always makes an ordinary journey enjoyable.
My favourite thing about it is that it still feels tight, solid and original. It has never been modified and has clearly been cared for by its previous owners, with extensive documented maintenance completed over its lifetime. Good, standard, lower-mileage examples are becoming increasingly difficult to find, and I think this one would suit someone looking for an honest car to enjoy and continue preserving.
