Description
This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Classic Sale at the Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show 2025 on Saturday the 22nd of March - Sunday the 23rd of March, NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT.
Renault's 19 16v won What Car's Hot-Hatch of the Year award in 1990 and was repeatedly praised for its fine ride and handling balance
Powered by the same responsive 142bhp 1. 8-litre engine as the Clio 16v mated to a 5-speed gearbox
It was joined in 1991 by the 19 16v Cabriolet, the brand’s first cabriolet since the Caravelle (1968) and 4 Plein-Air (1970)
This is an original UK-supplied example with just 54, 954 miles indicated and is on offer from five years current ownership
It presents well in Glacier White with a gently patinated dark grey leather interior, topped by a brand new mohair soft top in the original dark blue, and sitting on its original 'Phase 1' 16v alloy wheels
Dealer book pack, stamped service book and V5C all present. MOT until July 2025
With values of fast R5s and Clios continuing to climb, the 16-valve 19 can't be far behind
