Not Sold | 1968 Renault Caravelle Convertible

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Not Sold (Est: £13,000 - £17,000)

1968 Renault Caravelle Convertible

United Kingdom • 11 May 2024 • Lot 132

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1968 Renault Caravelle Convertible, a UK-spec right-hand drive, presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of retro Gallic styling. Restored and recently refreshed with around £20,000 spent, it's reported to be in very good order throughout, complete with disc brakes and a sizeable history file.

Condition

7

The car is described as being in very good condition throughout and having been recently refreshed with a significant investment. While it's a restored example, the description highlights its well-maintained state and driving performance, suggesting a rating that reflects its overall solid condition with only slight wear.

/ 10

Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

0136140

Odometer:

16,500 miles

Reg Number:

KFX 246F

RHD/LHD:

RHD

For a decade from 1958, the Caravelle was made for the English-speaking market by Renault.

In France, the model was named the Floride and the idea was conceived really as a competitor to the successful Volkswagen models of the era.

The engine was to the rear and in 1964, power was upgraded to 1108cc with a top speed of 89mph, and the Caravelle became a contemporary to the Triumph Spitfire.

The Renault is now of course the rarer of the two sports cars, possibly due to the occurrence of the dreaded tin worm, but the retro Gallic styling is as attractive now as it was in the Sixties.

This wonderful example is presented in blue coachwork with a brown interior and was registered new to the UK on 2 nd May 1968.

Previously restored, the Caravelle has also been treated to a recent refresh to the tune of circa £20,000! Reported to be in very good order throughout this Caravelle drives as it should and is also fitted with disc brakes all round.

Offered with a sizeable history file containi...