Comprehensive service history with 8 stamps and a recent full service with a Renault main dealer
Dry stored, maintaining its originality and superb condition
Just two former registered keepers and 62,836 miles
The Appeal
It's rare, especially today, to see a mainstream car manufacturer put its weight behind a passion project. But that's exactly what Renault did with the Avantime.
Styled by Patrick Le Quément, the Avantime combined the practicality of an estate car with the elegant lines of a two-door coupé. There was nothing else like it on the road at the time, and it's still unique to this day. It was the last car to involve Matra and the Avantime comes laden the legendary French firm's trademark esotericism.
This 2002 example has led a charmed life and if you are on the lookout for an Avantime, then this car is certainly worth considering. It's clear that the car's previous owners recognised the the Avantime would be a future collector's item as it's been carefully, stored, sparingly used and regularly maintained. As the 3.0-litre V6, this Avantime has the most interesting engine too. In short, it's exactly the car collectors will want.
Serviced in August 2024 at a Renault main dealer, and complete with a long MOT, this Renault is ready to be enjoyed. The current owner, who bought the car in February 2017, has ensured it has been professionally stored and well looked after.
History and Paperwork
UK market example supplied in 2002
62,836 miles
2 former registered keepers; current owner since February 2017
MOT valid until July 2025
8 stamps in the service book
Last main dealer service on 21st August 2024
Cam belt changed in 2016
Official Anti-corrosion checks all completed with corresponding stamps
Auxiliary belt changed, spark plugs replaced, and full service carried out at a Renault main dealer at a cost of over £4,000 prior to storage
Original book packs and a large quantity of invoices
Well looked after and stored professionally in Whitstable
Taken for occasional drives to stretch its legs
The Condition
Superbly preserved throughout with only light wear apparent
No notable imperfections to note on the bodywork nor the underside
No obvious signs of corrosion; underneath looks very clean
Straight original bodywork with good door fit down both sides
The vendor notes that the alloy wheels would benefit from refurbishment
Smart paintwork all-round
Only light wear apparent to the upholstery and controls
The rear seats appear hardly used
We note a few small marks and some light wear to the pale carpets
We're informed that everything works; even the air-con blows cold
The Mechanics
3.0-litre (2,946 cc) V6 petrol engine
Five-speed automatic transmission
Mechanically standard with no known modifications or upgrades
Recent full service by a Renault main dealer
Reportedly running and driving very well indeed with no known issues
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