1984 Renault Fuego GTX 2.0 petrol

Summary:

A low cost, economical, unique car

Faults:

The major things that I have had to do to the car are:

Front shock absorbers.

Rear shock absorbers.

Wheel bearings.

New engine management computer.

New front brake disc's.

New drive shafts.

Various ball-joints.

Various bushes.

Rear wheel brake cylinder.

Full-length sunroof mechanical parts.

General Comments:

I owned and driven lots of cars and the Fuego has to be the best car ever!

It's comfortable.

Handle's exceptionally well in all conditions.

The downside is the rust problems that seem to attack all Renault's of this age. The bodywork and underside are now starting to suffer although I am having new panel's and some welding done.

The automatic box was replaced by the previous owner and has given me no trouble at all although frequent oil changes are vital for these!

I've also used it for towing, including towing a Renault 11 250 miles and it was faultless. I do have the gearbox oil cooler kit fitted.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 5th October, 2003

4th Jun 2005, 17:13

You have got to be kidding! All that mechanical work needed to be done, add in the rusting problems, all before the car hit 115,000 miles and you claim that you "owned and driven lots of cars and the Fuego has to be the best car ever!" I feel real sorry for you, pal. I have a 1989 Honda Accord that I purchased when new and now has about 186,000 miles. I've replaced the alternator. Now THAT may qualify for the best car ever!

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1986 Renault Fuego GTS 1.6

Summary:

Vastly under-rated car

Faults:

Occasionally cut out when hot.

A little rust on the wheel arch.

Brake cylinders needed replacing.

General Comments:

The best car I ever had. Comfortable, good performance and generally reliable. Better economy than the rival Capri etc.

Some parts a little hard to find, as most people didn't know what the car was. Recommend one to anyone, as long as it is in good condition.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 10th April, 2001

1985 Renault Fuego GTS 1.6

Summary:

A medium/slow performing car but with futuristic streamlined looks

Faults:

Electrics, lights, overheating etc.

General Comments:

I bought the car for 150 quid and added a new exhaust etc to get an MOT. The car is very 'revvy' with quite low gear ratios.

The 1.6 engine is good off the mark but lacks real power as it is quite a big heavy coupe. It has been reasonably reliable but isn't driven any more due to the insurance price being stupidly high as I am only 18.

I would love a GTX or especially the Turbo model but insurance prevents this :(

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 23rd April, 2000

1983 Renault Fuego GTX 2.0 petrol

Faults:

Have had the car approx 5 years. Small electrical faults and troublesome autochoke. No other faults!

General Comments:

Very potent power for the age of car, XR3i's are generally a small spec in the rear mirror.

I wish I could buy a new one (with a 2 LTR Turbo please!)

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 12th November, 1999