Renaultsport Megane R26.R - prices
Discussion
Evening chaps. I have a long term dream to own a R26.r
Currently prices seem to range from 17-20k ish. Can anybody advise me which way these have moved over the past year or so? Interested to know if they have stayed static or have been creeping up or down.
Have the latest batch of 300bhp + uber hatches started to dent the R26.R valves?
Any advice greatly appreciated.
Currently prices seem to range from 17-20k ish. Can anybody advise me which way these have moved over the past year or so? Interested to know if they have stayed static or have been creeping up or down.
Have the latest batch of 300bhp + uber hatches started to dent the R26.R valves?
Any advice greatly appreciated.
Hi
I don't think the more powerful hatches will make any difference to the prices
The car was never about it's power, even in 2009 it wasn't spectacularly powerful
Look at Clio V6 prices, R5 T2 prices, just like those it's about rarity but also the fact that the R26R was and still is FANTASTIC to drive, how many write ups of the Trophy R said it was MILES better than the dated R26R? None, the R26R was still referred to as something that is still relevant!
I think the other thing to bear in mind is that in 2009 you could buy one with 1,000 miles for £18.5k, if the values havn't changed after that long and let's say 25k miles later I can't see why they suddenly will!
To mainain value will need originality and keeping mileage reasonable
How many cars do you think we are going to get in the future that come with carbon seats and a roll cage from the factory for under £150k?
NONE!
I don't think the more powerful hatches will make any difference to the prices
The car was never about it's power, even in 2009 it wasn't spectacularly powerful
Look at Clio V6 prices, R5 T2 prices, just like those it's about rarity but also the fact that the R26R was and still is FANTASTIC to drive, how many write ups of the Trophy R said it was MILES better than the dated R26R? None, the R26R was still referred to as something that is still relevant!
I think the other thing to bear in mind is that in 2009 you could buy one with 1,000 miles for £18.5k, if the values havn't changed after that long and let's say 25k miles later I can't see why they suddenly will!
To mainain value will need originality and keeping mileage reasonable
How many cars do you think we are going to get in the future that come with carbon seats and a roll cage from the factory for under £150k?
NONE!
Edited by don logan on Sunday 5th March 23:07
UberMeister said:
Just my opinion but I don't see these heading in the same direction value wise as the Clio V6 or R5 Turbos. They're too much like the normal R26. I think they'll stay fairly static as they have done since new.
I agree that there probably won't be a jump like the other 2, I just can't see a fall after this long!Itsallicanafford said:
Many thanks for the replies, very interesting to hear that prices have basically been static for a while. I am going to keep a close eye on the market this year and see how things progress and really do my homework.
HiThey would have depreciate heavily by now if they were going to, can't see them being stable for 8 years then taking a dive
Mileage WILL change that though, buy a mint car with 15k miles then do 12k miles a year, leave it outside, use it as a daily etc and it won't stay the same price
A mint one might be a bit of a liability in the real world
morning. I dont think prices have stayed static. Essentially lets say 2 years / 18 months ago you could get a good spec car for £17-18k. Now I'd say its £20k+
they may be flat vs original asking price but they have been going up. there are very few around and a number have been exported from UK recently
prices are also VERY spec dependent. As a keeper , you need Ti Exhaust, cage etc. not all cars have those
the R26.R has all the features that have made other similar cars go up over time. I'm thinking M3 CSL, 968CS, Clio V6, even low miles Focus RS are pricey now
1. great to drive
2. limited numbers
3. extreme spec from factory
4. motoring press love
5. decals / look different to lower models
take the 911 3.2 Clubsport as an example. there have been many more faster 911s since. It doesnt have a huge amount different than a std 911. it isnt an RS or GT3. Yet youd pay £100k+ for one now. The R26.R is conceptually similar.
Finally for a more recent comparison consider the Golf GTI clubsport which people have been paying £40k+ for.
For those reasons an R26.R is IMHO an absolute bargain at £20k ish.
they may be flat vs original asking price but they have been going up. there are very few around and a number have been exported from UK recently
prices are also VERY spec dependent. As a keeper , you need Ti Exhaust, cage etc. not all cars have those
the R26.R has all the features that have made other similar cars go up over time. I'm thinking M3 CSL, 968CS, Clio V6, even low miles Focus RS are pricey now
1. great to drive
2. limited numbers
3. extreme spec from factory
4. motoring press love
5. decals / look different to lower models
take the 911 3.2 Clubsport as an example. there have been many more faster 911s since. It doesnt have a huge amount different than a std 911. it isnt an RS or GT3. Yet youd pay £100k+ for one now. The R26.R is conceptually similar.
Finally for a more recent comparison consider the Golf GTI clubsport which people have been paying £40k+ for.
For those reasons an R26.R is IMHO an absolute bargain at £20k ish.
squirdan said:
morning. I dont think prices have stayed static. Essentially lets say 2 years / 18 months ago you could get a good spec car for £17-18k. Now I'd say its £20k+
they may be flat vs original asking price but they have been going up. there are very few around and a number have been exported from UK recently
prices are also VERY spec dependent. As a keeper , you need Ti Exhaust, cage etc. not all cars have those
the R26.R has all the features that have made other similar cars go up over time. I'm thinking M3 CSL, 968CS, Clio V6, even low miles Focus RS are pricey now
1. great to drive
2. limited numbers
3. extreme spec from factory
4. motoring press love
5. decals / look different to lower models
take the 911 3.2 Clubsport as an example. there have been many more faster 911s since. It doesnt have a huge amount different than a std 911. it isnt an RS or GT3. Yet youd pay £100k+ for one now. The R26.R is conceptually similar.
Finally for a more recent comparison consider the Golf GTI clubsport which people have been paying £40k+ for.
For those reasons an R26.R is IMHO an absolute bargain at £20k ish.
All true, cars like the Golf Clubsport will only drag R26R prices up towards them not make them depreciate!they may be flat vs original asking price but they have been going up. there are very few around and a number have been exported from UK recently
prices are also VERY spec dependent. As a keeper , you need Ti Exhaust, cage etc. not all cars have those
the R26.R has all the features that have made other similar cars go up over time. I'm thinking M3 CSL, 968CS, Clio V6, even low miles Focus RS are pricey now
1. great to drive
2. limited numbers
3. extreme spec from factory
4. motoring press love
5. decals / look different to lower models
take the 911 3.2 Clubsport as an example. there have been many more faster 911s since. It doesnt have a huge amount different than a std 911. it isnt an RS or GT3. Yet youd pay £100k+ for one now. The R26.R is conceptually similar.
Finally for a more recent comparison consider the Golf GTI clubsport which people have been paying £40k+ for.
For those reasons an R26.R is IMHO an absolute bargain at £20k ish.
An example of this for me was the 458, for me it was the root of the crazy prices we have seen over the last 5-6 years
in 2009 a good year 2000 Ferrari 360 was £42,000, an average 1998 being mid £30s (and a new 430 was about £100,000 new) then along came the 458 with a MASSIVE price jump to £169k, the car was quite different but it made people look at the 360 as a bargain, that then dragged the 360 prices upwards, people then looked at 550s and they seemed too cheap too and on and on and then it quickly spread to other makes and suddenly there was a desire for manual transmission as if they were collectible etc etc and now not many people can afford the things that once might have!
What if the next Megane RS only has 2 pedals? (let`s hope not) purists and collectors will see that as another plus for the R26R
don logan said:
All true, cars like the Golf Clubsport will only drag R26R prices up towards them not make them depreciate!
An example of this for me was the 458, for me it was the root of the crazy prices we have seen over the last 5-6 years
in 2009 a good year 2000 Ferrari 360 was £42,000, an average 1998 being mid £30s (and a new 430 was about £100,000 new) then along came the 458 with a MASSIVE price jump to £169k, the car was quite different but it made people look at the 360 as a bargain, that then dragged the 360 prices upwards, people then looked at 550s and they seemed too cheap too and on and on and then it quickly spread to other makes and suddenly there was a desire for manual transmission as if they were collectible etc etc and now not many people can afford the things that once might have!
What if the next Megane RS only has 2 pedals? (let`s hope not) purists and collectors will see that as another plus for the R26R
If it does ill be out my 275 and keeping it for special occasions. An example of this for me was the 458, for me it was the root of the crazy prices we have seen over the last 5-6 years
in 2009 a good year 2000 Ferrari 360 was £42,000, an average 1998 being mid £30s (and a new 430 was about £100,000 new) then along came the 458 with a MASSIVE price jump to £169k, the car was quite different but it made people look at the 360 as a bargain, that then dragged the 360 prices upwards, people then looked at 550s and they seemed too cheap too and on and on and then it quickly spread to other makes and suddenly there was a desire for manual transmission as if they were collectible etc etc and now not many people can afford the things that once might have!
What if the next Megane RS only has 2 pedals? (let`s hope not) purists and collectors will see that as another plus for the R26R
Actually I dont think any of the MK3's except the Trophy R will appreciate so I would sooner enjoy it and I would rather have an Ohlins shod 275 than any other megane going.
Agree about the prices of cars. ANYTHING remotely interesting now is holding value or going up. Even JDM stuff is beyond reach for me as a 2nd car now with R33 GTR's touching 30k ffs.
squirdan said:
I see there was one for sale on PH at £24,500 that is now under offer / deposit received. thats the highest price I've seen. Only 20k miles mind you, then again, modified with retro fitted half cage
I saw that too, it went really quickly too!I was surprised, I thought that sort of money would be for an all factory options, unmodified car in the low teens mileage
All very well to say that the car is built for it but it made me laugh that the ad mentioned how much time it had spent at the 'Ring (as in lots of)
framerateuk said:
Values have held pretty solid.
They were 19-20k from dealers back when I bought my 250 Cup in 2010.
Get one with the correct spec (cage and original Titanium exhaust) and I can't see it dropping at all. If I had a double garage, I'd have one of these in there.
I must be the only person disappointed by the Ti exhaust, light, long lasting but not amazing sounding to meThey were 19-20k from dealers back when I bought my 250 Cup in 2010.
Get one with the correct spec (cage and original Titanium exhaust) and I can't see it dropping at all. If I had a double garage, I'd have one of these in there.
don logan said:
squirdan said:
I see there was one for sale on PH at £24,500 that is now under offer / deposit received. thats the highest price I've seen. Only 20k miles mind you, then again, modified with retro fitted half cage
I saw that too, it went really quickly too!I was surprised, I thought that sort of money would be for an all factory options, unmodified car in the low teens mileage
don logan said:
I must be the only person disappointed by the Ti exhaust, light, long lasting but not amazing sounding to me
From what I've read, you loose out a bit on the "woosh" noise that characterises the engine. I'd mainly look for it for the weight loss and for having the full package, as it were.
framerateuk said:
From what I've read, you loose out a bit on the "woosh" noise that characterises the engine.
I'd mainly look for it for the weight loss and for having the full package, as it were.
That "woosh" is unique and yes it disappears a bit but isn`t replaced by anything amazing, other aftermarket exhausts keep most of the "woosh" but also get a deeper burble and decent higher end sound! I`d say a Milltek system is a good weight saving on a standard exhaust at something like £500 vs about £2kI'd mainly look for it for the weight loss and for having the full package, as it were.
AND I THINK it`s only CAT back?
The weight saving is a nice touch but at a hell of a cost (new) and a nice touch for an overall spec
Edited by don logan on Monday 3rd April 12:51
BrotherMouzone said:
Do / did any of you (owners / ex-owners) keep the car outside?
I'd love one but only have a single garage (already occupied); I guess plastic windows and sun/rain/snow are not a good mix.
It`s not so much the back windows, the door windows let water in (not just the R26R) and elsewhere too, I`m not sure whether it`s an outdoors issue but they can get milky patches on the bonnet, might just be from the heat coming from underneath or might be a combination of the heat from below and the elements from above,they also chip along the bonnet edges!I'd love one but only have a single garage (already occupied); I guess plastic windows and sun/rain/snow are not a good mix.
The door water can cause trouble with window relays and speakers
Faded decals
Not sure what else that isn`t common to all Meganes of that era
BrotherMouzone said:
^^^^
Didn't know that; thank you.
No R26.R for me then!
I'm sure people have found a way around the water ingress problem and not ALL bonnets have done that (but LOTS have) Didn't know that; thank you.
No R26.R for me then!
Park it out on the street and you'll see finger prints on the rear windows, people can't help but tap them to check if it's a genuine R26R
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