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1985 Renault R5 Turbo 2 Type 8221

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Los Angeles, California 90025Manual
SoldMay 4, 2022
Sold for$156,000

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Summary
This rare 1985 Renault R5 Turbo 2, #159 of 200 Type 8221 examples, was federalized in the US and previously owned by documentary filmmaker Bruce Brown. It features a Renault Sport suspension with Bilstein coilovers, 15" Gotti wheels, and a mid-mounted turbocharged 1.4-liter inline-four. Recent service includes brake and fuel system overhauls, new spark plugs, and a new headliner.
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Quantity
Most Recent Sale
Year
28 (31%)
3/3/2026
Color
Black
7 (8%)
12/24/2025
Transmission
91 (100%)
9/20/2026
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  • 5/4/2022
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sjmorgan This one looks pretty good (I am going to bet original paint). But, it has not been driven in 22 years, and was ... View more
BJBoyle I drive my cars…that’s the whole reason for being a car guy. That was more than I expected, but these cars occupy a ... View more
sjmorgan If those pictures are recent... All I can see are the engine photos which show the couplers expanded and the cooler ... View more
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