1972 Renault 12 TL review from South Africa
"A fantastic and fun runabout"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Starter motor bracket broke several times.
Rust was always a problem in many areas, especially the floor.
Several CV joint changes.
General comments?
I have owned several vehicles since my Renault, but it still rates as one of the most comfortable cars on a long journey.
The car would simply go anywhere, and was not fussed by rough terrain.
Though not very quick (145km/hr tops) once accustomed to the roll and softness, the car really handled well.
I think overall, this model was ahead of it's time, and this is what made it different and stand out from the crowd.
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The (one and only?) Renault built to last |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1983 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1991 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.3 Manual |
| Performance marks | 4/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 110000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 275000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 7th October, 2003 |