Renault Clio Renaultsport (2006 - 2012) 2.0 16V RenaultSport (200bhp) 3d (2010/10) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
It's a bit yobby and I'm not. People expect a Max Power reader to get out of it. It says I like a car that handles and goes round corners not just fast in a straight line.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Most men like it. Most women don't.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes because nothing I have driven since in my price range delivers so much fun and its quite rare on the road.
What are you likely to buy next?
If there is a car that handles as sharply as this I will consider getting it.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£0
When did you buy the car?
March 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes. List price with extras was over £17,000 I paid under £15,000.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
The reports on it's handling. The squat looks, performance and it's a new cool car.
What was the dealer like?
Very good although there was a slight delay on delivery.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Amazing to drive fast. Have done some track days and it holds it's own against What should be much faster cars. The handling is incredible and the brakes once warm are brilliant. Worst thing is the day to day driving at low speeds on bad roads. The ride is terrible especially with the Cup chassis. Gearbox is a bit notchy and the clutch action is heavy and short so getting a smooth getaway is tricky. Low down performance is weak but wind it up and it flys.
What's it like to park?
Easy but you have to watch the very expensive wheels as they stick out a bit.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing gone wrong except the entire steering wheel was replaced because the leather started to peel off. They dealt with it very well.
What's most practical about your car?
Quite a lot of space for a hot hatch.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Cup chassis at £400 was money well spent.
