2006 Renaultsport Clio Trophy - The Last One Made

Highlights

• Number 500 of 500 produced

• Originally won in an official Renault raffle competition

• Low mileage

• Extremely clean throughout

• Extensive service history

• Available for viewing on the PistonHeads stand at Bicester Scramble

Overview

Being small, lightweight, nimble, and still packing a powerful punch is just the kind of combination we dream of when the hankering for a proper hot hatch takes hold. After centuries of scholarly debate and many a learned academic lecture, the consensus is that putting a powerful engine in a little hatchback leads to the biggest smiles and heartiest laughter known to science. It is practically impossible to emerge in a bad mood when you have just been piloting a bright red Clio 182 along a leafy B-road.

And this is a particularly special Clio 182. It is the Trophy model, of which only 500 were produced for the UK market, and this car was number 500 of them. ‘500/500’ is proudly stamped in several places, so you won’t fail to notice it. The car was given away in a raffle organised by Renault, and there is a photograph on file of the original owner collecting it from the Renault F1 factory in Enstone. So it is a piece of motoring history, as well as a rocket-propelled tiny little two-door. 

The car remains in superb condition throughout, with a lustrous shine to its bright red paint, and a beautifully clean interior. It is in a beautifully original state, with its interior remaining original, and few mechanical changes, other than some new exhaust pieces. A well-stamped service record accompanies the car, as well as plenty of invoices for parts and servicing over the years. 

This extremely desirable 182 Trophy is a fabulous example of the model, and comes ready with a long, advisory-free MOT, as well as plenty of accompanying documentation. It has clearly been well looked after by previous owners, and is now just waiting to be enjoyed to the full. 

History and documentation

• Registered 1 Mar 2006

• Originally number 500 (of 500) was won in a raffle organised by Renault

• Presented to its first owner at the Renault F1 factory at Enstone

• Stamped service book with services as follows: Mar 2007 @ 5,681 miles, Feb 2008, May 2010 @ 22,425 miles, Oct 2014 @ 29,010 miles, Mar 2017 @ 31,395 miles, Oct 2020 @ 33,005 miles, Apr 2022 @ 34,850 miles

• Additional invoice for service completed in Mar 2025 @ 36,926 miles

• Original document pack

• Original service book, driver’s handbook, radio instructions, warranty book, CD rom, AA Assist card, and key codes all included 

• Collection of invoices and old MOT certificates

• Two keys

• Current MOT with no advisories expires 18 Mar 2026

• V5 present in owner’s name

• HPI clear

• Five former keepers 

• Private plate ADW1X is not included in sale

• The car will be returned to its original registration mark: HY06YKB

• London ULEZ compliant

Interior

• The interior of this Clio is extremely clean and presentable throughout 

• Half-leather Recaro seats 

• ‘Clio Trophy No. 500/500’ plaque on the driver’s seat rail

• Deep seat bolsters provide plenty of lateral support 

• Manual seat adjusters

• Black carpets in very clean condition

• Matching fitted ‘Renault Sport’ branded footwell mats

• Aluminium pedal faces 

• Door cards very clean and tidy

• Multi-function steering wheel, trimmed in black leather with contrasting red stitching

• Cruise control and speed limiter 

• The air conditioning has reportedly been re-gassed 

• Analogue instruments

• Original stereo/CD player

• Rear bench seat for three passengers, showing little sign of use

• Headlining free from marks or tears

• Spacious boot to the rear, with hatchback entry

• Original parcel shelf

Exterior

• Finished in a bright shade of red, which retains deep colour and shine 

• The car was reportedly professionally detailed in Apr 2024

• The clearcoat is in excellent condition, with barely a scratch to be found 

• There is a small area of lacquer peel on the roof 

• ‘Trophy’ transfers along the sills 

• Body panels free from dents and damage 

• 16-inch alloy wheels

• Michelin Pilot Sport tyres fitted in June 2022

• The wheels are beautifully presented, with no chips or scuffs that we could see

• A set of four Renault Trophy wheel centre caps is included 

• Chrome badges present and correct 

• ‘Trophy 500/500’ badges on the front wings  

• Headlamp lenses clear and bright 

• Heated rear windscreen 

• Front splitter replaced in 2024

• Underside very clean and tidy

• Twin three-inch exhaust tips

• Renault-branded indoor car cover included in sale 

Mechanical

• 1,998 cc, four-cylinder, 16-valve, engine

• Produces 182 hp, and 148 lb ft

• Top speed 138 mph, 0-62 mph in 6.5 seconds

• Five-speed manual gearbox

• Front-wheel drive

• Engine bay nice and clean

• There is a little surface corrosion to some of the suspension and exhaust components 

• The seller notes that the car will come with an original and unused set of Sachs front and rear dampers, front bump stops, and front road springs, a valuable set of spares

• In Mar 2025 the car received an engine oil and filter change, including oil flush treatment

• The timing belt and auxiliary belt were replaced in Apr 2022, along with the water pump, dephaser pulley, brake discs and pads, cabin air filter, and spark plugs

• Fuel injectors reportedly replaced in June 2024

• Sachs dampers refurbished in June 2022 by BG Motorsport 

• Cat-back racing exhaust system upgrade by Pure Motorsport

• The seller tells us that the car runs superbly, starts and stops perfectly

• No warning lights or mechanical issues reported 

Summary

Clio Trophies have long been lauded as one of, if not the best hot hatches of all time. This is the last one produced with low mileage and in fantastic condition. As such it should be as great an investment potential as it is to drive.

So if you want to relive the glory days of the hot hatch, back when cars could be small, lightweight, powerful, and — most importantly — fun, this is one of the very best examples you’re likely to find.

To arrange a viewing, click the 'Book Viewing' button located under the 'Place Bid' button. Viewings can be booked up until the day before the auction ends, after which the option will change to 'Contact Seller' for further enquiries. This seller is located in Gravesend, Kent.

Alternatively, if you're coming to Bicester Scramble on Sunday 5 Oct, the car will be on display on the PistonHeads stand.