A modern classic in the making, this 2007 Renaultsport Mégane R26 F1 Team is one of the finest hot hatches of its era — and this example, with just over 42,000 miles on the clock, is a rare find in such original, low-mileage condition.

It should come as no surprise that all of us at SB HQ sat up and took notice when this R26 came across our desks and we're thrilled to be re-listing it on the platform.

Finished in gleaming Silver with contrasting anthracite 18-inch alloys, this limited-edition model celebrates Renault’s 2006 F1 Constructors’ Championship win as well as Fernando Alonso's second World Driver’s Championship behind the wheel of the Renault R26 F1 car.

While not quite packing the punch of Alonso’s car, under the bonnet of this hot hatch sits a 230bhp 2.0L turbocharged engine, paired to a slick 6-speed manual gearbox and a limited-slip differential, giving it a punchy, planted feel through every twist and turn.

The R26 wasn’t just a sticker pack (despite this example bein...