Renault F1 - Viry Chatillon

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Renaults F1 engine history is impressive to say the least.

Anyone know much about where the actually do things and whether there is any kind of visit possible?

I see they have a facility in Viry Chatillon just outside Paris....

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_Sport_F1

[Scuffers]

if you want to know where they are built, then you need to look for Mecachrome

Renault design them, Mechachome build them.

[///ajd]

Scuffers said:

if you want to know where they are built, then you need to look for Mecachrome

Renault design them, Mechachome build them.

Thanks - it's a bit hidden but looks like they are made here....between Orleans and Nevers

http://www.mecachrome.com/5-36924-Aubigny-sur-Nere...

[///ajd]

///ajd said:

Thanks - it's a bit hidden but looks like they are made here....between Orleans and Nevers

http://www.mecachrome.com/5-36924-Aubigny-sur-Nere...

... this must be the entrance to the factory where some of the most successful engines in F1 are made. Not really shouting about it are they!

[Scuffers]

looks nicer than the outside of Cosworth though...

[Nick3point2]

There were a lot of people employed in Renault F1 engines in the UK who worked closely with their French counterparts, a big of google stalking will take you to the relevant people to speak to.

[Ozone]

You could try contacting Lotus Renault at Enstone on 01608 678000, they may be able to put you in to contact with Viry Chatillon.