RENAULT MEGANE (X84/P2) RENAULTSPORT F1TEAM R26 2007

A modern classic in the making, this 2007 Renaultsport Mégane R26 F1 Team is one of the finest hot hatches of its era - and this example, with just over 42,000 miles on the clock, is a rare find in such original, low-mileage condition.

Finished in gleaming Silver with contrasting anthracite 18-inch alloys, this limited-edition model celebrates Renault’s 2006 F1 Constructors’ Championship win as well as Fernando Alonso's second World Driver’s Championship behind the wheel of the Renault R26 F1 car. While not quite packing the punch of Alonso’s car, under the bonnet of this hot hatch sits a 230bhp 2.0L turbocharged engine, paired to a slick 6-speed manual gearbox and a limited-slip differential, giving it a punchy, planted feel through every twist and turn.

The R26 wasn’t just a sticker pack (despite this example being slightly more discreet with just the Renault F1 Team graphics on the front wings and doors); it came factory-equipped with uprated Cup suspension, Brembo brakes, and Recaro bucket seats, making it a true driver’s machine. From B-road blasts to track day thrills, the R26 offers the kind of analog feedback that’s all but vanished in today’s computer-assisted world.

With its low mileage, manual transmission, and enthusiast pedigree, this example is a superb addition to any modern performance collection. Fewer and fewer unmolested R26s remain — and even fewer with such low miles. Whether you’re a collector or a driver who simply appreciates an old-school turbocharged hoon, this silver bullet is ready to be enjoyed immediately.