Back into a mad one: Renault Clio V6
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I reckon a set of those would cost more than the car did 
Fancied a set of the Cromadora Magnesium wheels that were made for the original Clio V6 Trophy racers, the only thing I don't fancy is the price. Although extremely rare ( read expensive ) I can't justify paying the £3,000 that a set are being advertised for.
Fancied a set of the Cromadora Magnesium wheels that were made for the original Clio V6 Trophy racers, the only thing I don't fancy is the price. Although extremely rare ( read expensive ) I can't justify paying the £3,000 that a set are being advertised for.
Welcome to the wacky world of mid-engined Renaults! Great to see another enthusiastic new owner and they do get under your skin - many owners are on their second or third having traded up or regretted selling. Doing a big service like that at the beginning is the perfect thing to do and the mechanicals are very strong with very few problems even 15 years down the line as they were designed to take abuse.
I've had my current one for over three years now and other than a minor service (service intervals are every 2 years or 10k miles) all mine has had is new tyres and a air con re-gas.
I wonder if zee Germans saw zee funny side
Here is a quote from an EVO Clio V6 article recounting the story and a link to it.
" it was clear from the outset just how special this car was, as a story Peter Dron told makes clear: when the V6 was in development, VW heard whispers that Renault was making a 3-litre Clio. So, not to be outdone, the Germans went flat-out to produce a Lupo that would also consume just 3 litres of fuel per 100km…
http://www.evo.co.uk/renault/clio-v6/14036/renault...
I've had my current one for over three years now and other than a minor service (service intervals are every 2 years or 10k miles) all mine has had is new tyres and a air con re-gas.
WreckedGecko said:
Wasn't there some story about these...
Something like, Renault heard that VW were bringing out a 3 litre car, so threw a ton of money at it and produced this absolute gem.
Only to find out that the 3 litre car VW were producing was the Polo Bluemotion (or something), that did 3 litres per 100km.
Anyone know if that's apocryphal? I suspect it is, but its quite funny.
A great story which is true but only the other way around! It was VW who got wind of Renault building a "3-litre" Clio and in their logical German minds assumed it was a high economy car forgetting Renault's reputation for building mad motorsport inspired cars. Peter Dron was the journalist who went to the VW Press Conference at a Motorshow and was proudly told VW could match Renault only for Peter to explain to the engineer the reality of the Clio to be unveiled shortly......... Something like, Renault heard that VW were bringing out a 3 litre car, so threw a ton of money at it and produced this absolute gem.
Only to find out that the 3 litre car VW were producing was the Polo Bluemotion (or something), that did 3 litres per 100km.
Anyone know if that's apocryphal? I suspect it is, but its quite funny.
I wonder if zee Germans saw zee funny side
Here is a quote from an EVO Clio V6 article recounting the story and a link to it.
" it was clear from the outset just how special this car was, as a story Peter Dron told makes clear: when the V6 was in development, VW heard whispers that Renault was making a 3-litre Clio. So, not to be outdone, the Germans went flat-out to produce a Lupo that would also consume just 3 litres of fuel per 100km…
http://www.evo.co.uk/renault/clio-v6/14036/renault...
Have been looking at changing seats,
All the interior is either blue or grey meaning I think black ones may look a bit iffy. Have black floor mats and even the colour on those does look right.
So, currently thinking of these, will decide over the next couple of weeks. Great seats as had them in a R53 GP, just need to convince myself on the colour although 99% there
Just unsure if I have the kahoonies to go for the colour.
All the interior is either blue or grey meaning I think black ones may look a bit iffy. Have black floor mats and even the colour on those does look right.
So, currently thinking of these, will decide over the next couple of weeks. Great seats as had them in a R53 GP, just need to convince myself on the colour although 99% there
Just unsure if I have the kahoonies to go for the colour.
Edited by moktabe on Wednesday 20th September 15:35
You're right the black Trendlines were period perfect for the black interiors of the 182 and V6 255 but not for a V6 phase 1 like yours. The safer choice would be some silver /grey ones which would not only match part of the interior plastics but also the exterior. However this is a bonkers car so although the Blue ones seem a bit bright maybe they fit the character too so either would look great.
GPH said:
You're right the black Trendlines were period perfect for the black interiors of the 182 and V6 255 but not for a V6 phase 1 like yours. The safer choice would be some silver /grey ones which would not only match part of the interior plastics but also the exterior. However this is a bonkers car so although the Blue ones seem a bit bright maybe they fit the character too so either would look great.
Appreciate your input mate,The only colours available in the PP without the black bolsters etc are red or blue.
The ideal situation would be to find a virtually wrecked pair, pick them up for a pittance then get them refurbed with navy leather bolster area with grey alcantara inserts.
Going to almost impossible to find some though!
The more I look at the blue, the more I'm thinking I don't have the cahoonies , I think it'd end up looking like I'd crashed into Halfords and landed in the seat dept.
So, trawling around earlier and found out that Cobra do an Imola seat in grey, has a few wear protectors in black but I could live with that.
Mailed Cobra to see if they could do a pair in dark blue, if you don't ask etc, etc.
Linky to seat pics, USA site but the only one I could find with decent pics, pics are copyright so can't download hence link.
Anyone had Cobra Imolas?
https://www.carid.com/cobra-seats/imola-pro-kevlar...
, I think it'd end up looking like I'd crashed into Halfords and landed in the seat dept.So, trawling around earlier and found out that Cobra do an Imola seat in grey, has a few wear protectors in black but I could live with that.
Mailed Cobra to see if they could do a pair in dark blue, if you don't ask etc, etc.
Linky to seat pics, USA site but the only one I could find with decent pics, pics are copyright so can't download hence link.
Anyone had Cobra Imolas?
https://www.carid.com/cobra-seats/imola-pro-kevlar...
Have you looked at Motordrive Seats? Pro seat Range
Nice quality and very helpful when I brought my seat for my Clio Williams.
http://motordrive.com/pro-seat-range-2/
Fab V6,
Cheers,
Simon
Nice quality and very helpful when I brought my seat for my Clio Williams.
http://motordrive.com/pro-seat-range-2/
Fab V6,
Cheers,
Simon
moktabe said:
Appreciate your input mate,
The only colours available in the PP without the black bolsters etc are red or blue.
The ideal situation would be to find a virtually wrecked pair, pick them up for a pittance then get them refurbed with navy leather bolster area with grey alcantara inserts.
Going to almost impossible to find some though!
This is actually what myself and a friend did as he found two sets of Recaro Trendlines from low mileage Honda Accord Type R (same seat but do not fold forward which doesn't matter in the V6 but has a rotary backrest recline should you really want to tip them forward to put something long on the shelf behind the seats) and then had them recovered in dark alcantara to match exactly the door inserts in the V6The only colours available in the PP without the black bolsters etc are red or blue.
The ideal situation would be to find a virtually wrecked pair, pick them up for a pittance then get them refurbed with navy leather bolster area with grey alcantara inserts.
Going to almost impossible to find some though!
Appointment booked with GSM in Notts for Wednesday.
They have a multitude of seats to choose from. Have taken a few "sensible pills" since looking at the bright blue Recaros, the blue is waaay too bright.
Leaning towards one of the many classic bucket seats they have on their site, not too aggressive yet stylish. Many of them can be made in specific colours meaning I can get some sorted to match the rest of the interior, minor detail to some, major detail to me
Got the Trophy spoiler back from the painters, fitted it and it looks spot on. Matches the loony looks of the rest of the car. Unfortunately it's coming off agin Wednesday as it isn't the best colour match. Took the car down to him this morning and he said he'll sort it, no problem.
Apparently there are 4 shades of Iceberg Silver for a Renault and when putting the colour swatch thingy against the car it can look spot on..until you move along the car a little and then, with the different angle of viewing, it looks nothing like! We'll get there in the end
They have a multitude of seats to choose from. Have taken a few "sensible pills" since looking at the bright blue Recaros, the blue is waaay too bright.
Leaning towards one of the many classic bucket seats they have on their site, not too aggressive yet stylish. Many of them can be made in specific colours meaning I can get some sorted to match the rest of the interior, minor detail to some, major detail to me
Got the Trophy spoiler back from the painters, fitted it and it looks spot on. Matches the loony looks of the rest of the car. Unfortunately it's coming off agin Wednesday as it isn't the best colour match. Took the car down to him this morning and he said he'll sort it, no problem.
Apparently there are 4 shades of Iceberg Silver for a Renault and when putting the colour swatch thingy against the car it can look spot on..until you move along the car a little and then, with the different angle of viewing, it looks nothing like! We'll get there in the end
DoubleTime said:
I like the way you're going with this OP.
Have you had any more ideas about wheels? I reckon you must be able to pick up some very light, yet interesting wheels for these little monsters?
Thanks,Have you had any more ideas about wheels? I reckon you must be able to pick up some very light, yet interesting wheels for these little monsters?
Wheels? Therein lies a story
Wheels for the car aren't readily available due to the strange offsets. The originals are 17" Oz and the Ph2 ones were 18" Oz, Without checking I think they were SuperAllegerita. I could possibly get another style made to order however, I like the style as it is. Brand new set of 18" on eBay but not happy with the price of them, £2.5k, and also a set Of 18" that are in need of a refurb. Have made an offer on these but nothing was heard back so, spacers are on order.
If I paid the asking price for the used ones, paid for a refurb then added in the cost of tyres, I'd be well over £2k. I don't think it's worth the cost just to go from 17" to 18".
I rather spend the cash on seats
Tickle said:
Did one of the EVO staff put Clio 197/200 recaros in their V6. Great seats, a few on ebay too... plus embroided with 'Renault Sport'.
A few sets of these come up for sale now and then, great seats but, wrong colour.Had a rough quote from Loz @ LGTrimming for refurbing seats, i.e. Pole positions or Recaro CS and, to be honest, the end cost is a bit on the prohibitive side. Not being tight, I'm anything but, it's just that I retired a few years early and what goes out on the car isn't being replaced by anything.
Earlier I mentioned classic buckets, I think they'll suit the car better, the pic below is an example of what I mean. At least I'll be able to decide on Wednesday
This one has quite an aggressive depth to the sides, some are much less aggressive, this is just posted as an example.
Of course, once the seats are sorted I'll then have to replace the bus size steering wheel. Nearly all come in black so, to stay with the blue / grey colour theme, it'll need retrimming and it'll be done in a dark grey alcantara.
Edited by moktabe on Monday 25th September 18:40
DoubleTime said:
OP, did I see you on the A23 today?
If not there is another silver phase 1 with cup spoiler kicking about. Which is nice!
Nope, wasn't me mate.If not there is another silver phase 1 with cup spoiler kicking about. Which is nice!
I live in Derby and the car was in the golf club car park whilst I was out on the course seeing how many balls I could lose. Clubs fit nicely in the passenger seat.
Big day tomorrow ( for me anyhow ), I get to choose my seats
At last, seats sorted
Went to GSM and have to say, was impressed with the amount of seats to view, the service and the advice that was freely given.
Had a look at the classics selection but, not exactly a lard ass here (34 waist), couldn't get my hips into 99% of them!
Eventually narrowed the choice down to 2 one of which was the Cobra Imola Pro. As posted earlier this is available in a grey cloth material. Decided against it for reasons, firstly I thought that although a great seat it looked a bit too modern, secondly, would have looked a bit too drab in full grey and thirdly, it would have made the car look a little too trackday-ish.
So ended up going for the Cobra RSR Classic bucket seat.
This is available in a much larger range of colour and materials than the Imola Pro. It will also serve its purpose without making the car look like a track day wannabe. There are 3 shades of blue vinyl and 2 shades of grey vinyl available so in effect, I could have the shell in one colour and the seat base and back in a different colour.. The samples should be with me early next week. I then choose and GSM order the seat.
In the meantime, the only pic I have is of the black one in the showroom.
Postimage keeps dumping the pics!
Went to GSM and have to say, was impressed with the amount of seats to view, the service and the advice that was freely given.
Had a look at the classics selection but, not exactly a lard ass here (34 waist), couldn't get my hips into 99% of them!
Eventually narrowed the choice down to 2 one of which was the Cobra Imola Pro. As posted earlier this is available in a grey cloth material. Decided against it for reasons, firstly I thought that although a great seat it looked a bit too modern, secondly, would have looked a bit too drab in full grey and thirdly, it would have made the car look a little too trackday-ish.
So ended up going for the Cobra RSR Classic bucket seat.
This is available in a much larger range of colour and materials than the Imola Pro. It will also serve its purpose without making the car look like a track day wannabe. There are 3 shades of blue vinyl and 2 shades of grey vinyl available so in effect, I could have the shell in one colour and the seat base and back in a different colour.. The samples should be with me early next week. I then choose and GSM order the seat.
In the meantime, the only pic I have is of the black one in the showroom.
Postimage keeps dumping the pics!
Edited by moktabe on Wednesday 27th September 18:36
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