Have had really strange brake problems, out of balance all the time - fails MOT every year!
I've spent a lot of time and money on my R5 but I love it. Only broken down once in 3 years of ownership (snapped clutch cable in the middle of a busy London street) but apart from that it just goes on and on!
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 2nd March, 2000
Everything, it is the biggest pile of crap I`ve ever had the misfortune to buy, even the bloody seat has broken.
Be prepared for endless starting problems, and general engine trouble. So go and buy a Clio or a Fiesta instead.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 13th October, 1999
Rust spots in all the usual places and the throttle cable broke, needed a new alternator but everything else is fine - no leaks or anything. A slight hesitation in accelerating around corners, think there maybe something blocking the fuel flow. A few dash lights such as the electric window light on the passenger side have stopped working also.
Needed a good engine clean out.
Great little car, accelerates very well for a 1.2 and looks good too (Blue Grey colour). It is a 3 door Renault 5 with central locking with a zapper and electric windows. Very plush interior apparently it is a special edition at least that's what the Renault garage said (THE EVENT). I don't know if anyone knows anymore about my car mail me at: 20012162@nene.ac.uk
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 4th April, 1999
Nothing major. I have had no problems with it at all. The worst I have had is a flat battary. A few rust spots are appearing but nothing that can't be sorted.
A great car for the first time buyer. Very slow but it handles like a gem. It has no overtaking power so you have to time your run ups carefully.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 7th February, 1999
Starter motor, the metal bit just inside the gearbox that the drive shaft goes into (technical description - cost £500 to repair!)
Nice car, fast, comfortable. Much less common than XR2. Expensive parts. Main dealer had car for 2 days and couldn't diagnose the gearbox problem, another Renault specialist garage found the problem in 30 minutes. Red paint suddenly faded dramatically.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 7th February, 1999
The turbo has blown twice as I thrash the hell out of it but is now replaced and I have fitted a new dump valve which has cured the problem.
I have also fitted a water cooling system.
Has GT Turbo side skirts, rear spoiler, BB4 exhaust, lowered 50mm, 19 inch Venoms alloys - excellent condition.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 17th January, 1999
It must of taken a lot of time and effort to fit 19 inch wheels. I got 17's and I have a problem! Oh, and could you tell me how much a new Turbo on its own costs?
For the guy interested in how much a new turbo is: New one from Renault expensive about £350.
I managed to pick them up second hand one for £80 and one for £100.
Once removed shake turbo see if there is a rattle, if yes- don't buy. Also check the turbine blades, check not twisted or chipped.
I don't believe you fitted 19s on a Renault 5 you need your head looked at.
And it's a Renault 5 why do it it they look crap anyway.
Intermittent wipe.
Lights on dashboard.
Central locking.
Water pump.
Surprisingly fast and with plenty of torque. Sometimes hiccups if you put your foot down suddenly. Seems to drink petrol, but probably just needs tuning. Renault parts V. expensive.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 10th November, 1998
Wheels all 50,000, last at 140,000km.
Catalyser at 135,000km.
Injection 140,000km.
Exhaust all 40,000 to 50,000km.
Alternator 120,000km.
Gears 140,000km.
The car was serviced two times badly - after that, the problems began. The engine's fine, the gearbox is not all too good.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 16th March, 1998
Fuel cooler fan failed and the boot seal leaked like mad.
Absolute flying machine but needs good servicing.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 19th October, 1997
3rd Dec 2000, 16:19
I have just bought a lovely little Renault 5 GTL, which is superb. It only has 62,000 miles on the clock (not clocked either) and has a beautiful interior for its age (1987). I am very pleased, and have fallen in love with it!