Originally a california car, it was given a complete cosmetic and mechanical restoration, and is said to have been driven only 10 miles since. The renault 8 ceased production and sales in france in 1973. The turning point was, to some extent, thanks to the works renault r8 s gordini s. Visitors to the paris motor show in october 1964 were fascinated by a small blue car with.
Renault r8 gordini factory service manual the copy was made from an originally renault factory manual. Alconi renault models r8 and r10 alconi conversion for. Gordini became a division of renault in 1968 and of renault. Early history of the car is not known however we believe it spend time in italy. The renault 8 register registrar nigel patten click here to email nigel. Find great deals on ebay for renault r8 when you shop the largest online selection at. What separates it from other gordini replicas are his use of original and period correct parts wherever possible. Among the great renault sport units owned by the wiebe family on germany, the most iconic one is probably this beautiful r8 gordini. But verneuil did not have the capability of production and i was offered a better deal at heller and returned. Renault gordini for sale in south africa april 2020. Media in category renault 8 gordini the following 87 files are in this category, out of 87 total. Sometimes custom cars but mostly classicvintage stock vehicles. Renault classic cars gordini for sale car and classic. The gordini r14 replica renault clubs of south africa.
I am interested in finding out rally resultsentries for my renault 12 gordini which was rallied from 1973 to 1985. The highest engine capacity of the billancourt engine appeared in 1956 at the launch of the renault dauphine, one of the main models equipped with this engine. The renault 8 gordini 0 is a 4 door sedansaloonbodied car with a rear mounted engine powering the rear wheels. The r8 model r1 was released in june 1962 and was based on the renault dauphine with which it shared its basic architecture and its 2,270 mm 89. Something akin to the corvair spyder or corsa of europe, but much more fully developed. Versions were different, production years also, etc.
The renault 8 gordini top speed is 171 kmh 106 mph. The hagerty classic car valuation tool is designed to help you learn how to value your 1970 renault r8 gordini 0 and assess the current state of the classic car market. In the past, it was a sports car manufacturer and performance tuner, established in 1946 by amedee gordini, nicknamed le sorcier the sorcerer. The r8 gordini made a whopping 100hp in its final form from a mere 1255cc, and was quite the giant killer, and a happy porsche hunter. Mar 25, 2016 spider not because its open, of course, but because the nose of this car always reminded us of the four eyes of the well known arachnid. Our r 8 10 registrar nigel patten has been involved with the r8 for many years and owns a very quick r8 gordini. The r8 gorde, with its characteristic twin white stripes, took over from the dauphine gordini in 1964, and very soon won the hearts of sportsminded motorists everywhere. This is not the first r8 gordini we have spotted for sale in france where, of course, these cars were built by renault which gave their engine to henry fretet and amedeo gordini, the. Used, classic cars renault r8 gordini dvd classic cars renault r8 gordini dvd. This 1966 renault r8 gordini is said to be a genuine early 14 model that is being sold by a long time renault collector. A compilation of excellent racing footage, featuring the 1960s french classic, renault 8 gordini. Thank you anthony for this beautiful video and history about your r8. All of us know about the strong relation between them, but i think it would be time to devote a separate article to renault 10. Regie renault france developed and offered the renault r8 gordini 1108cc in 1965, and a 1255cc ver sion sometime in 1966, and these vehicles were also immediately available in south africa.
On gday 19 july 1970 gordini, dauphine and renault 8 owners were invited to the castellet racetrack for what we might call the automotive equivalent of woodstock. R8 gordini miniature pas cher ou doccasion sur rakuten. From 1898 to today, discover the entire history of groupe renault. The alpine a310 was a sports car with a rearmounted engine and was initially powered by a fourcylinder 1. The car has had three owners since new, and has undergone a through mechanical restoration recently. The basis for this r15 gordini replica is a 1965 renault 8s. Smith the story of a man and a racing team as well as a complete record of all their achievements and failures. This renault 8 from 1965 has been converted with great attention to details to a gordini rally version of yesteryear. So the next best thing was to do a gordini replica. Renault r8 gordini look and specifications 1965 imagine yourself in the rally. This 60s learning tool for some of the biggest names in french rallying and racing has plenty of gallic flair, but is hard to come by in its original form. The renault 8 renault r8 until 1964 and renault 10 are two rearengined, rearwheel drive. After a minor dispute with heller, i designed this renault 8 gordini racer for a company called verneuil. It came only in french racing blue, so the two performance r8 vehicles could easily be identified.
Renault r8 gordini factory service manual r 1 400 for sale. The 8 was launched in 1962, and the 10, a more upmarket version of the 8, was launched in 1965. How much horsepower does a 1964 renault 8 gordini have. Gordini became a division of renault in 1968 and of renault sport in 1976.
Renaults were rare when i was working in the auto trade as a young man, and gordini r8 s were so rare, that we only knew of them from magazines. For sale r8 gordini this 1968 fully restored r8 gordini is offered for sale to the classic renault enthusiast. Real large hardcover book 288 pages all about amedee gordini a true racing legend by r. Album action, aggressive, car chase, car racing, chasing, cocky, c. The gordini had a storied career in rally and other motorsports. Car is very solid, with only minimal surface rust on the undercarriage, and has not been abused like most 14 gordinis were. Renault clubs of south africa toggle navigation renault. Matching numbers one of only sixty r15 r8 gordini s assembled locally by renault australia. Les renault dauphine gordini remportent le rallye automobile montecarlo et le. So for the purpose of this story, we will focus more on the sa connection but first a brief look at the production version of the car. The 1964 renault 8 gordini has 96 ps 95 bhp 71 kw horsepower. Alpine renault continued to develop their range of models all through the 1980s. The renault 8 renault r8 until 1964 and renault 10 are two rearengined, rearwheel drive small family cars produced by the french manufacturer renault in the 1960s and early 1970s. The complete book of the world rally championship, henry hopefrost.
The renault 4 would be produced in over 8 million units and exported to over 100. Very pretty r8 gordini finished in its original 418 blue with black vinyl to the interior. Renault gordini 1964 my dad had one that looked alot like this and then a second white one when this one bit the dust. Here is a kit i assembled for factory pictures and the 1969. In 1967, the r8 gordini model r15 received a facelift including two additional. Complete history,three owners and 83,000 genuine miles. Imagine yourself in the rally time of the 60s with this beautiful renault 8 major in gordini look. Renault r8 gordini authentic r14 american model the renault 8 gordini, produced two years ago, was a sporty model powered by a 1108cc engine. Pepe siatos, a renowned vintage renault racer constructed it to use as his personal car.
The following table shows the technical specifications for the later r15 version. Find the best deal on automotive parts at a napa auto parts store near me. It equipped the renault 4 from 1964 and the renault 6 base model. Supplied new in november 22nd of 1966, this example has had a ground up restoration regardless of cost and is very nicely finished throughout. Automobile classics shows short clips of cars taken at international automobile shows. Nigel is keen on motor sport having taken part in motor sport both in the uk and on the continent and has an extensive knowledge of renault cars and particularly the renault 8.
Read more about the history of the car and go behind the scenes during the. Renault gordini one from nancy france to camp in pescara italia the good old days. An old rally and appendix j car restored to near new. Get the best deals on vintage parts for renault r8 when you shop the largest online selection at. Very nice original r8 gordini 1296 from 1966 finished in blue with black interior. Noreb renault gordini wind 143 minicar mini champs ebay.
Specifications for the earlier r14 version, click here. Use the filters to narrow down your selection based on price, year and mileage to help find your dream renault 8. The car comes with the renault certificate issued by the factorys historic department. Renault 8 gordini specs technical specs, dimensions. The renault 8 gordini is a sportier version of the renault 8 which was first introduced in 1964 and manufactured for approximately 6 years. See 15 results for renault gordini for sale in south africa at the best prices, with the cheapest used car starting from r 85 000. We have heard of another one somewhere but nobody has seen it. Renault r8 major 1965 gordini look and specifications. We have quality car parts in stock for your renault r8 gordini. Lot 43 1968 renault 8 gordini 0 no reserve artcurial. This is the story of a man, a team, and their life and times, as well as a complete record of all their achievements and failures.
It tells of how the mighty car company renault became involved with them in the late 1950s. Amedee gordini was born in 1899, around a year after the launch of the first ever renault vehicle, and originally worked as a mechanic on single seaters before becoming an engine tuner at renault. See more ideas about classic cars, cars and automobile. Investigate the history of this carpurchase report. The a310 was the next modern interpretation of the a110. Vintage racing museums cars and motorcycles festivals cool cars vans memories french history. A colleague of mine was most surprised that the bmc mini cooper s did not make it into the top three and international readers could also take issue with the choice of a renault selected at number 3. This 288 pg hardcover book is in english in new, neveropened condition. The immediate past owner loved gordi for over 25 years before having to reluctantly sell at the auction. Renault dauphine pronounced is a rearengined economy car manufactured by renault in a single body style a threebox, 4door sedan as the successor to the renault 4cv.
With new twingo raising eyebrows over its rearmounted engine architecture, we recall how renault 8 gordini surprised the motoring world by carving out a place for itself in what seemed the inapproachable arena of motor sports. Renault cleonfonte type c 812, straight 4 cyl, 4 stroke, petrol engine. At classic driver, we offer a worldwide selection of renault 8s for sale. With some quiet time i acquired a r8 for myself and started my own racing car. Renault r8 gordini look and specifications 1965 imagine yourself in the rally time of the 60s with this beautiful renault 8 major in gordini look. Locally it took the singleminded commitment of one individual to consistently unravel the secrets held by the package and, as history will reveal, pass on his knowledge to an equally committed group of race engineersand one very determined young race driver. I could not do it with my gordini because that is the only one in nz.
We look back at the adventure that was the r8 gordini and remain in awe of what was achievedbut it was not an easy task. I know it took part in the 1978 welsh international rally and believe it also took part in the circuit of ireland rally of that year also. Original and unmolested sold new by maison motors perth in june 1968. Renault gordini 1964 via doyoulikevintage classic and antique cars. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers.
Renault alpine a110 r8 gordini rear tail lamps tail lights le mans r8 major fits. We have other cars of this model may be of interest. None of our partner shops or mates has this currently for sale. Soon after, to take advantage of the result, the renault africa management and two of scamp porters friends, fellow racers who had helped in this r8s engine upgrades, john conchie and eric puddles adler, talked together to capitalise on the competition successes and discuss marketing a high performance version of the renault r8 to the enthusiastic car mad. A promising start when the r8 gordini reached the end of its career, renault naturally turned to the new renault.
Renault r8 gordini for sale in uk view 58 bargains. Gt wheels, good original condition, same owner for 15 years. Vintage renault r8 gordini footage shows how fun rearengined. Early history of the car is not known however we believe it spend time in. Classic renault r8 gordini 0s for sale car and classic.
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