What's a Venturi Atlantique???

[igg]

With 325bhp and lotus-like looks (sorry to any lotus drivers if I've upset you with that - just my opinion!)
I'm interested in finding out more about these cars. Does anyone know anything about them, road test reports etc?
Reason for asking is I've seen one up for sale which I'm interested in.
Any thoughts anyone?
Thanks
Igg

[Roadrunner]

It's French, uses a twin turbo 3.0 Renault engine, looks pretty dated inside, a bit esprit like on the outside.

[igg]

Thanks roadrunner - knew it was French, but wasn't too sure about the running gear.
Do you know where I could read up on it - just 'cos it's got a renault engine doesn't mean it's bad - does it?
Anyway, any info gratefully received, thanks.
Igg

[Roadrunner]

www.oselli.com/

www.alvan-motors.com/

[PetrolTed]

Here you go:

www.pistonheads.com/features/Default.asp?storyId=3624

[igg]

Thanks guys.
Looking for something 'different' to replace the Lexus LS400 with and thought this might be it! Really wanted a TVR, but no matter what everyone says on this site - there appears to be alot of problems with the one I want (the Cerbera).
Anyway, thanks again.
Igg

[hansgerd]

Some more links...

www.carsurvey.org/review_32176.html

www.csi-auto.nl/carview/venturiatlantique.htm

www.the-lair.demon.co.uk/car/atlantiq.htm

[Roadrunner]

You must also check out Ascari. They look much better and havemassive BMW power. Used example are a bargain. I've seen an ex demo car going for 40k.

www.pistonheads.com/fastcars/ascari.htm


www.pistonheads.com/roadtests/index.asp?storyId=3334

www.ascari.co.uk/kz1/kz1.html

[Nevin]

Try playing the original Gran Turismo as well, as its got an Atlantique in it.

[manu]

Gorgeous french - F355 like - speed mobile....

[Graham.J]

One took part in the Gumball 3000 boasting the Gulf colours...

Here ya go:





Lovely motor.

[NDT]

not sure how much it shares with the last generation Alpine A610.
Presumably a lot of drivetrain is common?