1996 Renault Megane Coupe 2.0 8v

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Highlights

Retains almost all its original paint
R16 accessory wheels with new tyres
New exhaust system
Recent oil change
To be supplied with a fresh Polish technical inspection if required by the next owner

The Appeal

Today, there are relatively few hot hatchbacks on the market. The rise of topheavy SUVs, and “Crossovers” has put pay to our fun, so we petrolheads have little alternative to look to the past. If you’re searching for a great modern classic hot hatch, we can recommend a Renault Megane. First-generation examples are now considered modern classics and this 1996 2.0-litre 8v example is mightily appealing.

Imported from Germany to Poland in 2023, it has since received a service, new tyres, a new exhaust system and a full detail throughout. The vendor informs us that it retains the vast majority of its original paint, which the pictures show to be in remarkable order. The vendor offers to supply the car with a fresh Polish technical inspection if required by the next owner.

The History and Paperwork

Accompanied by a logbook and German technical inspection reports
Previously registered in Germany, imported to Poland in 2023
Current Polish technical inspection recently expired - the vendor offers to renew it if desired
174,390 kilometres indicated and supported by the service history
Recently serviced and detailed in readiness for sale

The Condition

The vendor has measured the paintwork thicknesses and understands it to be mostly original paint
The bodywork looks to be very straight and the doors appear to fit well
Equipped with desirable R16 accessory wheels with new tyres fitted
We’re not informed of any known corrosion
Inside, the Megane’s original upholstery is very well-preserved with very few signs of wear to the seats and controls
The sunroof currently does not work but it is closed
We understand all the cabin electrics to be in good working order

The Mechanics

2.0-litre 8v four-cylinder petrol engine
Five-speed manual gearbox
Superbly presented engine compartment
Recent new exhaust system
Engine oil change carried out ready for the next owner
The vendor reports that the Renault drives very well indeed with no apparent issues to report

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