Highlights

Fantastically preserved example of Robert Opron’s hatchback
One of only 15 GTX Automatics remaining in the UK, of which only three on the road
Full service history including a complete log of every penny spent
Dry stored by current enthusiast keeper since 2010
New gearbox fitted prior to storage
Will be sold with fresh 12 months MOT
Only three registered keepers from new
Low mileage of under 80,000 miles

The Appeal

The 25 dates from Renault’s Imperial period, a time when the firm was knocking it out the park with great new cars. This Robert Opron-designed saloon hit the spot with consumers, its mix of French big-car comfort and high tech wizardry, most notably a voice command system, finding nearly 50,000 buyers during its nine-year production run.

Of those, a mere handful survive. Records indicate that only 15 of this model, the GTX Automatic, are known to exist, of which only 3 are road registered. This, then, is a wonderful opportunity for fans of classic saloons to add one more road-going car to that list.

Finished in smart mid-blue with a blue velour interior, this GTX has been with the current enthusiast keeper since 2010. He is only the third keeper. He has dry stored it and used it very sparingly, which has kept the mileage down to below 80,000 miles. Shortly after purchase, it received a new gearbox.

We are told that the car runs and drives well and will be sold with a fresh 12-month MOT. It is unrestored so there are some light signs of use, but nothing that detracts from those classic Opron lines and 80s Renault comfort. When will you see another one come to market?

The vendor says:

“This is a lovely car, very easy and comfortable to drive, and a very rare vehicle. I would like it to be bought by someone whe could garage and preserve such a lovely car.”

History and Paperwork

First registered 20th January 1989
Two previous keepers
We are told the first keeper was the supplying dealer
Second keeper until 2010
Vendor acquired car in May 2010
The vendor states that he knows the car’s history from new
Dry stored since vendor acquired the car
Will be sold with 12 12-month MOT
Comes with full service history
Includes a complete log of every penny spent, including fuel as shown
Being reluctantly offered for sale due to lack of storage space
Factory handbooks and servicebook
Factory workshop manuals and test kit as shown
Last MOT expired October 2020 with no advisories
75,334 miles showing in test with few miles since

The Condition

Very original and unrestored car in mid-blue metallic
Paintwork presents well with a few marks due to originality
Bodywork is also well kept, with only minor points to note in photos
Straight panels with no reported accident damage
Factory standard car with GTX alloy wheels in fair condition as shown
Tyres appear to be older but in good condition with plenty of tread
Vendor advises that the underside is in good condition
Comfortable and smart blue velour interior in good order with light wear
Door trimming has become unglued from the cards in some places
Centre front armrest has become loose in places as shown
All instruments are reported to function correctly
Factory radio has recently stopped working
Features an audible voice system which is said to work, but the radio seems to have stopped playing
Features include electric windows and steel sliding sunroof
There is a diagnostic tool however, it isn't included but could be with some negotiation

The Mechanics

2,165cc 8V 125bhp petrol 4cyl engine
4spd automatic gearbox
We are told that the engine starts readily and is reported to run and drive well
New gearbox fitted shortly before the current owner's purchase
Described as very comfortable to drive
Car will be sold with a fresh 12-month MOT

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