Renault - Twingo first series - NO RESERVE - 1993

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Arjan Rietveld
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Selected by Arjan Rietveld

Thirty years' experience with classic cars, specialising in Italian cars and Porsche.

Estimate  € 5,000 - € 5,500
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€1,100
IT
€1,000
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€950

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Renault Twingo I, 1993, first series, located in Italy, petrol, manual transmission, green, 54 HP, VIN VF1C06305103627XX, CRS ASI certificate present.

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Description from the seller

IN RISALTO:
• First series of the legendary Renault Twingo I (1993) conceived as a “pocket minivan”
• Held for many years by a single owner and always kept in a privately covered garage
• Preserved with the famous 1,239 cc C3G engine and equipped with the distinctive pastel green interior details of the very first series
• Complete with the rare original vintage Grundig radio from that era and dealer sticker on the rear window
• Equipped with a Historic Relevance Certificate (CRS) issued by A.S.I. and recorded in the registration document

HISTORY/PANORAMA:
Launched in 1992 and marketed from 1993, the Renault Twingo I, born from Yves Dubreil’s intuition and Jean-Pierre Ploué’s design, represented a real revolution in the city car segment. Characterized by the iconic “frog-face” monovolume profile and an exceptionally versatile cabin with a sliding rear seat and fold-down bed-like seats, the Twingo became a symbol of ’90s automotive design. This 1993 example belongs to the very first production batch, featuring interior details and controls in the characteristic pastel green color, an element later removed in subsequent restylings for cost reasons. The car was owned by a single lady for many years, who used it daily and always parked it indoors in a covered garage. It is equipped with an official A.S.I. Historic Relevance Certificate (CRS) registered on the registration paper.

BODYWORK/PAINTWORK:
The bodywork and chassis are in excellent overall condition. The paint is glossy, uniform, and free of scratches, dents, or discoloration. The frame, underbody, and sills are solid and completely free of rust traces. The rear windscreen still bears the official dealer sticker that delivered the car new in 1993.

INTERIOR:
The cabin retains the original upholstery and trims in very good, clean, and spotless condition. All dashboard components are intact, including the distinctive pastel green buttons and air vents reserved for the first series. The car is fitted with the rare original-era Grundig car radio produced exclusively for Renault and is equipped with electric front windows. The electrical system is functional; it should be noted that occasionally some digits on the digital speedometer are faded and difficult to read.

MECHANICS:
Under the bonnet sits the classic four-cylinder C3G engine of 1,239 cc paired with a manual transmission. The mechanicals are in order and functional; the engine starts promptly even after long periods of inactivity. A practical battery disconnect switch has been installed in the engine compartment. Recently, all fluid levels have been checked and the oil filler cap has been replaced with a new original Renault spare part (the worn original cap, which has a small crack, is provided as a spare).

DOCUMENTS:
The car is supplied with its original black/Italian number plates from the period and with the registration certificate bearing the official note of the Historic Relevance Certificate (CRS) ASI.

The car is located in Moncalieri (Turin), Italy.

IN RISALTO:
• First series of the legendary Renault Twingo I (1993) conceived as a “pocket minivan”
• Held for many years by a single owner and always kept in a privately covered garage
• Preserved with the famous 1,239 cc C3G engine and equipped with the distinctive pastel green interior details of the very first series
• Complete with the rare original vintage Grundig radio from that era and dealer sticker on the rear window
• Equipped with a Historic Relevance Certificate (CRS) issued by A.S.I. and recorded in the registration document

HISTORY/PANORAMA:
Launched in 1992 and marketed from 1993, the Renault Twingo I, born from Yves Dubreil’s intuition and Jean-Pierre Ploué’s design, represented a real revolution in the city car segment. Characterized by the iconic “frog-face” monovolume profile and an exceptionally versatile cabin with a sliding rear seat and fold-down bed-like seats, the Twingo became a symbol of ’90s automotive design. This 1993 example belongs to the very first production batch, featuring interior details and controls in the characteristic pastel green color, an element later removed in subsequent restylings for cost reasons. The car was owned by a single lady for many years, who used it daily and always parked it indoors in a covered garage. It is equipped with an official A.S.I. Historic Relevance Certificate (CRS) registered on the registration paper.

BODYWORK/PAINTWORK:
The bodywork and chassis are in excellent overall condition. The paint is glossy, uniform, and free of scratches, dents, or discoloration. The frame, underbody, and sills are solid and completely free of rust traces. The rear windscreen still bears the official dealer sticker that delivered the car new in 1993.

INTERIOR:
The cabin retains the original upholstery and trims in very good, clean, and spotless condition. All dashboard components are intact, including the distinctive pastel green buttons and air vents reserved for the first series. The car is fitted with the rare original-era Grundig car radio produced exclusively for Renault and is equipped with electric front windows. The electrical system is functional; it should be noted that occasionally some digits on the digital speedometer are faded and difficult to read.

MECHANICS:
Under the bonnet sits the classic four-cylinder C3G engine of 1,239 cc paired with a manual transmission. The mechanicals are in order and functional; the engine starts promptly even after long periods of inactivity. A practical battery disconnect switch has been installed in the engine compartment. Recently, all fluid levels have been checked and the oil filler cap has been replaced with a new original Renault spare part (the worn original cap, which has a small crack, is provided as a spare).

DOCUMENTS:
The car is supplied with its original black/Italian number plates from the period and with the registration certificate bearing the official note of the Historic Relevance Certificate (CRS) ASI.

The car is located in Moncalieri (Turin), Italy.

Details

Brand
Renault
Model type
Twingo first series - NO RESERVE
Year
1993
Located in
Italy
Mileage reading
175000 km
Registration papers
with Italian registration
Transmission
Manual
Fuel
Petrol
Colour
Green
Horse power
54
Cubic capacity
1239
Matching numbers
Yes
Matching colours
Yes
Service book/history
Yes
Valid MOT
Yes
Date until valid MOT
October 1, 2028
CoC (Certificate of Conformity) present
No
Certificate available
Yes
Chassis number
VF1C06305103627XX
Condition (Paint & body)
Very Good: minor chips or scratches, minor conventional body and paintwork
Condition (Interior)
Very Good: clean, showing minimal wear. May require replacement of minor missing or broken parts
Condition (Frame & underbody)
Very Good: frame/structure is in a well preserved condition, minor signs of usage/wear
Condition (Mechanical)
Very Good: mechanically sound, may require minor service
Condition (Overall)
Very good condition: minimal signs of wear

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