1984 Renault 5 Turbo 2

Make

Renault

Model

5 Turbo 2

Year

1984

Listed price

$159,000

Location

Mattituck, New York

Transmission

Not provided

Mileage

0 miles

Born from the audacious spirit of rallying, the Renault 5 Turbo was a radical reimagining of the humble, front-wheel-drive R5 econobox. Tasked with creating a Group 4 homologation special to challenge the dominant Lancia Stratos, Renault Sport engineers flipped the script, moving the engine from the front to behind the driver and bolting on a Garrett T3 turbocharger. Launched in 1980, the original R5 Turbo featured an avant-garde interior and aluminum doors, but it was the later Turbo 2, introduced in 1983, that truly democratized this mid-engined marvel. Sharing the same potent 1.4-liter turbocharged inline-four and wide-body styling, the Turbo 2 utilized more conventional Renault 5 parts for its interior and construction, making it marginally more accessible while retaining every ounce of its predecessor's giant-slaying performance and outrageous aesthetic. This 1984 Renault 5 Turbo 2 represents the purest expression of Renault's rally-bred ambition. With its aggressive, box-flared bodywork – a signature design by Marcello Gandini at Bertone – this car is a rolling testament to a golden era of motorsport. While details on its specific mileage and horsepower are not provided, its mere presence as an iconic Group 4 homologation special speaks volumes about its inherent value and performance pedigree. A chance to own a piece of rally history, this Renault 5 Turbo 2 offers an unparalleled driving experience.