Hi there. just wondering what people think of these. I'm looking at one it's in great condition and has done 115000km. The cambelt has not been done so not sure how much that will set me back. It's been serviced regularly. Your thoughts?
All Renaults are a nightmare to own in NZ, unless you are prepared to import parts yourself and repair them yourself I wouldn't go there.
intrade,
Dec 16, 6:33am
as per 2 i dont know why renault nz are such extreem gungsters. there is nothing much wrong with renault it self the problem is when you have morons with no clue whom only know hw to drain oil on toyotas , otherwise renault is the better french car brand renault nissan some is cross shared engeneering wise like dci nissan must be renault diesel
intrade,
Dec 16, 6:44am
question you have to ask can you find somone competent to service it. its clearly not renault main dealers they dont have parts in stock just charge you 3 times retail and order them from france 14 day wait on top So if you have a reliable renault repairer then you could consider to buy it or if you have other form of transport while you order parts from europe. parts are cheap if you order your self , even if you walk in to a renault dealer in switzerland the most expensive of all european countrys you get parts cheap as chips i needed a heater elbow for my renault van and it was 60 bux from euro dealer small renault main dealer had part on shelf there, it has the hot cold shut-off on this elbow, and was the reson it had a hailine crack from the moveing back and vorward on the lever. i also got 1 tail light 2 tirod ends with shipping for 240$ from germany rexbo.eu as where renault nz told me 240$ for 1 rack end 14 day to wait.
poppy62,
Dec 16, 7:08am
I think the Renault is a great vehicle and contrary to popular misconception parts are available in NZ and are relatively cheaper than many Jap marques. I specialised in Renaults Parts for 20+ years found the cars to be excellent value. The manual gearbox version is the best option as the autos on some (not all, as vindicated by the mileage of the cars on Trade Me) had issues possibly due to lack of service or idiot owners. Parts are not an issue, Cam belt cost via Repco, BNT etc should be around the $75.00 mark. Servicing is no different to any other Toyota, Mazda or Peugeot. I have owned many Renaults over the last 30 years and have had great runs with them.
supernova2,
Dec 16, 9:40am
Sorry but have to disagree. A few (many) years ago Renaults were assembled in NZ and they were fairly common, now new they sell about 20 a year (I think). As a result parts for newer models are NOT stocked by the likes of Repco. How do I know - because I own a couple.
The product itself is no better or worse than any other mainstream car, its just we are the wrong side of the world for French cars. Look at it this way. Try to buy a part for a falcon in France. See the problem.
Also 2005 in now 10 years old - its going to need parts. Normal service parts like cam belt kits - not just the belt but the whole kit. Brake pads, rotors, wheel cylinders, wheel bearings, water pump, radiator, maybe shocks, wiper blades - not just the rubber but the blade frame. Try pricing a headlight assembly or a taillight. Another thought it might just run a slighly oddbod tyre size so tyres might be a tad expensive as well.
Something as simple as an airfilter might not be stocked in NZ.
Perhaps you can buy 2nd hand - well maybe not. As they dont sell many there are not many in the wreckers so often you wait for ever or have to buy new. Ooops no stocks of new parts in NZ either.
Whatever you do - do not loose the key!
I would not recommend a Renault of any description to anyone who needs it as their only daily transport.
poppy62,
Dec 16, 5:34pm
Obviously you haven't the same contacts I have. Still can get most of the stuff you listed here in NZ. I think the metric tyres are easily replaced with imperial sized rims and tyres. Peugeot and BMW of the 80s/90s had the same issues with metrics.
supernova2,
Dec 16, 9:38pm
Well since you have the contacts what price a headlight and a air con radiator?
fiatracer,
Dec 17, 7:26am
Have had two in my family - very practical, ok to drive. But the big worry is the auto box which really only has a 100,000km lifespan. Unless this one has proven evidence of rebuild/replacement, I 'd walk away
poppy62,
Dec 17, 7:55am
Just like the old days! Sir! what model, what year and left or right headlight. What size engine, V6 Air condensers are larger.
intrade,
Dec 17, 8:28am
i would like to see them prices also in black and white and not after smoking weed. adding i dont try to say your a dopehead its just to show that i want to see real facts not ficticious figures that would occure in that case.
Great, just confirms that a Renault owner needs to buy parts ex Europe rather than locally. Just wondering once the Govt gets GST on these private part imports how long the delay will be getting the package through NZ customs?
Poppy reckons they can be got in NZ at good prices. Waitiing to see what he comes up with.
supernova2,
Dec 17, 9:29am
Another possible problem is that the correct light for NZ traffic - Europe drive on the "wrong" side?
intrade,
Dec 17, 9:35am
i am not sure but i dont think thats a issue just needs adjusting . on a motorbike can be a problem as you only have 1 light i vcant recall but my mate had a bmw bike there it was a problem when the pattern on the headlight is for one side of the road or something clear headlights definetly wont matter
poppy62,
Dec 18, 6:33pm
Sorry mate my days are full at the mo, my Mrs in hospital for a while i only get here in the evenings. Will try when everything back to normal.
jmma,
Dec 18, 6:36pm
Sorry to hear that poppy, hope all is OK. Make sure you rest up as well, old folks need that Lol (o:
poppy62,
Dec 18, 6:44pm
Just did a quick check. Can get head lights and air cond condenser, down the line. Will find out about the consumable prices (filters, pads & rotors ) later. If you want the h/lights and condenser i can point you to someone who says they have the parts.
poppy62,
Dec 18, 6:51pm
Hi Mate! thanks for that. She's doing Ok, just a long way in and out in traffic jams not to good. Actually this gold card holder is a bit knackered, too many late nights (for peace and quiet) and early mornings with sparrow fart G/kids. Hope all is well with you and kin. Have a great Xmas mate and all the best, if i don't get a chance to say it before then.
intrade,
Dec 18, 7:01pm
are you on drugs post price and where from.
poppy62,
Dec 18, 7:37pm
Yes I'm on drugs, but nowhere as strong as the ones you're on. Shops shut, I tried banging on the door but the stunning brunette in a negligee said they don't deal with druggies after hours.
elect70,
May 29, 5:33am
Im with franc 123 on Renaults ,,BIL had Laguna every time it broke down (often ) he had to wait weeks for dealer to import the parts & were very expensive . Stick to jap car .
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