Highlights

Rare prestige 6-cylinder model from Renault's pre-war era
Hyperaerodynamic" design inspired by Caudron-Renault competition aircraft
In the hands of its current owner for 31 years
Hand-built in very small quantities
Recently restarted after 10 years in storage

The best part

Evocative and elegant, the Viva Grand Sport was the last of the prestigious pre-war hand-built Renault cars. The result of a collaboration between Renault and Marcel Riffard, it adopts a modern "hyperaerodynamic" style influenced by aeronautics.

The ACX2 represents an evolution of the Vivastella ACX1, combining classic and modern lines while retaining the distinctive flatter grille. Under the bonnet is a 4.1-litre in-line 6-cylinder engine, giving this model remarkable performance for its time.

The current owner acquired this 1936 ACX3 31 years ago. Used regularly until 2015, it was then stored for 10 years. It has just been restarted, checked and tested. According to the seller, it starts and runs correctly, with no play in the steering, and the suspension is in good condition.

Presented in a cream colour with beige roof and black leather interior, this pre-war rarity is solid and attractive. It can be upgraded or simply enjoyed in its beautiful period patina.

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History and Documents

First registration in 1936
Same owner for 31 years
Exempt from roadworthiness tests due to its age
Used by current owner before being stored for 10 years
Recently restarted
odometer reading 36,200 km (actual mileage probably higher due to 5-digit odometer)

Overall condition

Cream paintwork and beige soft top in good condition
Slight patina visible on paintwork and trim
Chrome complete with natural signs of age
Painted spoked wheels to match bodywork
Black leather interior with four seats in good condition
Beautiful woodwork throughout the interior
Complete Jaeger instrumentation: rev counter, pressure gauge, ammeter
Functional period heater and interior lighting
Slight crack in the windscreen
No corrosion reported on the bodywork
Photos of the underside can be viewed in the gallery

Mechanicals

4085 cm³ 6-cylinder engine
Manual gearbox
Seller reports good overall mechanical condition
Recent service checks and light overhaul after 10 years out of service
Good starting both hot and cold, according to the vendor
Suspension maintains correct rigidity for a vehicle of this age
No play in the steering, according to the vendor
Functional braking system, given the age of the vehicle

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