1995 Renault Clio Williams 2 |

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1995 Renault Clio Williams 2

Sold Price

£11,042

Mileage~85,206
TransmissionManual
Engine2.0L
LocationMuswell Hill

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1995 Renault Clio Williams 2

I WANT ONE

Introduction

Darren Rungasamy

Photographer and Editor

Lean, agile and dynamic to drive, the Clio Williams is one the greatest hot hatches of the 1990s.

Renault has achieved over 125 years of successful competition history, from the Monte Carlo Rally, and Formula One to the current E-TECH hybrid technology. Passion, heritage and a focused racing development run deep within the brand's DNA. Picking the freshly introduced Clio, the 2.0-litre version was created for homologation in 1993 and marketed to capitalise on the success of the Renault-powered Formula One team WilliamsF1. Following the original iteration's rapid sales, the near-identical Williams 2 and Williams 3 models were released.

Based on the 16V engine, the Williams used a new crankshaft, pistons, camshafts and con rods, which allowed improved performance from the 2-litre block, complemented by the stronger subframe, upgraded gearbox, bespoke four-to-one manifold and uprated suspension. Characterised by its gold rims, bonnet intake and subtle graphics, the Williams became an instant classic. Free of frivolities to keep weight down, the car was still plushly finished inside with figure-hugging sports seats, colour-coded seat belts and instruments.

This 1995 example is one of ~482 Williams 2's imported into the UK, and has been in the same family since 1997. Reading just ~85,206 miles, it appears completely original, free of modifications, mechanically robust and has a clean interior. This car, which is shod with a set of unmarked alloys, will require some cosmetic work to bring up to scratch. Sold with an MOT to June 2025, it also comes with its owner wallet.

This listing was written from information supplied by Darren after meeting Tristan the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.

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Meet the owner

My mum had an original Renault Williams, I used to drive that around and absolutely loved it!

This car has been in the same family ownership since 1997, with it being registered in Tristans name this year. He tells us "The Clio Williams is a fantastic car to drive. It has great acceleration and is a joy to drive on twisty roads, and it has gold wheels. What’s not to love?! I’m not a huge F1 fan but obviously it commemorates a huge accomplishment for Williams in F1".

Sadly Tristan doesn't really drive anywhere these days, so it’s not getting the love it needs, the car having covered ~4,000 miles in 10 years. He will be happy to answer any questions about the car in the comments section below.

Tristan

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EXTERIOR VIDEO

Exterior

This Williams Clio appears to be completely original, with its blue paint and standout gold wheels.

Wheels and Tyres

The 15” Speedline Williams wheels are in excellent condition as pictured, just missing their gold centres.

They are complemented by a complete set of Continental tyres dating from 2019. All are in good shape with plenty of life in them.

Bodywork

The body panels are flush and have even shut lines. The body panels have minor dents, most of which look like they could be treated. The main damage is on the top of the driver's door, which has paint damage too. There are also a few corrosion areas on some of the door panels, with the main issue being the boot. Areas around the rear wiper arm and inside of the boot lid have corroded. There are also smaller corrosion spots on the A-pillars and the top of the driver door. The rear wheel arches look good and the door wells the same too.

The engine bay, subframe and boot floor look good, although both sills, particularly near the rear suspension mounts and sections of the floor pan look to need attention. The bottoms of the front wheel wells, where they meet the sills and the rear chassis rails near the exhaust also show corrosion too.

We've highlighted in more detail our observations through our high-resolution images and videos, so please take time to look through all the media files for a detailed view of what’s on offer, and for you to assess the condition of the car for yourselves.

Paint

The 449 "Metallic Sports Blue" paint has an even coverage and is consistent in hue with some age-related hazing. The body has minor marks and scuffs, with a couple of scratches spotted on the bonnet, boot lid and nearside rear wing. There is also a large paint chip on the top of the passenger door and the nearside corner of the bonnet.

The images are taken from a few different angles to show off the car as you would see it if you were standing there for yourselves. So please take the time to fully assess these high-resolution images and videos of the car, for you to make up your own minds about the condition of the paint.

Glass and Trim

The glass is all in good shape and the main lights and lenses are in good condition. Both front indicators have cracks, the nearside driving light may have had water ingress and the boot lid panel finisher has a crack.

The trim is complete and well mounted. Both passenger door frame trim show signs of age but the door and glass rubber seals all look good, with just a little perishing noted on the driver-side door well. The driver's door side trim has a scuff and the driver's door mirror outer casing is missing. There are marks on the boot spoiler. The bumpers are flush to the body but both will need a refurbishment, the offside rear corner of the bumper has a mark.

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INTERIOR VIDEO

Interior

The Interior has been well cared for and has little wear noted, the blue theme continuing on some choice elements inside.

Seats and Carpets

The interior is smartly presented, with the seats free of heavy use, still retaining the Williams logo and showing clean and well-looked-after fabric.

The blue carpets are in good condition, just a couple of marks were noted on the passenger footwell. All were damp-free. It retains its original Williams kick plates. The boot appears to have been lightly used, with no signs of marks or damage. The parcel shelf is missing.

Dashboard

The dashboard and centre console are in good condition, showing minimal signs of wear or marks. The switchgear and controls look good, and there are no issues with the dials. All are said to function.

The door cards are well-mounted, and both storage pockets show age. The headlining and cabin trim is clean.

Steering Wheel / Gear Stick

The 3 spoke Renault steering wheel is nicely presented, with just a bit of paint wear to the metal standing out.

The gear stick is missing its top cap, but the gaiter is in good shape as pictured.

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'ON THE ROAD' VIDEO

Mechanics

The ~145BHP 2.0-litre packs an impressive punch and is what really makes this Anglo-French Hot Hatch.

Engine and Gearbox

The engine fires up without issue, idling smoothly with no undulations. There was a light tapping noise on tick-over but no knocking from the engine. The dashboard warning lights all remained off and there were no excessive fumes from the exhaust. The engine didn’t appear to run hot, after we left it running for 10 minutes.

The engine presentation would benefit cosmetic spruce up but nothing untoward considering the age of the car. The exhaust is in good condition too. The gearbox performed well with no crunches noticed, the clutch appeared to be working without any problems as well.

Suspension and Brakes

The rear suspension mounts have deteriorated and will need attention. At low speeds, we didn’t hear any unwanted clunks from the wheels.

The brakes show mild signs of age but are effective in use with no unwanted feedback.

The Drive

The Clio Williams is known for its entertaining characteristics on the B-Roads, with a positive weighted steering feel, torquey engine and well-spaced gear ratios. The handling balance and suspension damping also provide a grippy but comfortable ride.

We had a drive around the local area courtesy of Tracey on behalf of Tristan, in which the car dealt with the combination of speed ramps and urban traffic with no problems. The steering was free of wobbles or noises, and the car pulled well as she worked through the gears. There were no unwanted noises heard from the engine, and the engine temperature and oil pressure remained stable.

Electrics and Other

The car is completely standard with its original specification. Tristan believes that all electrics are in working order.

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History and Paperwork

With the same family since 1997, this Clio Williams 2 needs some sprucing up to get back to a former glory, but is a great base to start from as a rolling restoration.

Registered in March 1995, the car was bought in 1997 and has remained in the family ever since. An older V5 under Tristan's brother's name shows that the ownership was transferred earlier this year. It has seen mechanical maintenance and engine overhaul work in the past.

Tristan has also confirmed that the car is original and not needed major repairs or been involved in an accident. It comes with its partially complete owners wallet, including its Williams supplement and has an MOT to June 2025.

We’ve done all our usual seller checks including photo ID, V5 and also actioned a history check on the vehicle - this is a professional check operated by HPI that will highlight if the car has been previously stolen, recorded as being in an accident, or have any outstanding finance - note, this does not include a mileage history check.

We've summarised our own view on the car based on information gained from the seller in the listing above, however, as you can see, we go to great lengths to photograph and video the car in hi-resolution detail - this has been done for you to make your own assessment from the comfort of your sofa. So please sit back, have a cuppa and take your time to review everything on this listing in order to make your own assessment of the vehicle's condition. Viewings are also welcomed with all our listings, so please get in touch with us to arrange a suitable time - we just need to speak to you first and receive a valid photo ID before confirming.

If there's anything you're unsure about, no matter how small, then please first ask the owner in the comments area below before placing your bids, as bids can't be retracted and form a binding contract if you win the car - just like a traditional auction house.

Service History

Date	Type	Mileage
19-06-2024	MOT	85,114
15-06-2023	MOT	84,952
29-04-2022	MOT	84,551
25-01-2021	MOT	84,350
17-01-2020	MOT	84,167
04-01-2019	MOT	83,702
19-01-2018	MOT	83,086
19-01-2017	MOT	81,789
11-01-2016	MOT	81,182
20-10-2014	MOT	79,630
07-10-2013	MOT	77,617
10-04-2006	MOT	76,997