The Renault Alpine V6 Turbo is the exclusive French alternative to the Porsche 911. This black example is the non-catalytic converter version with 200 hp and was owned by the current owner for 22 years. Obviously including the original car radio, one of the fanciest 80s car radios ever fitted.
France is a great car country, but has produced relatively few sports car brands. There is Bugatti, of course, but they are out of reach for mere mortals. Fortunately, there is Alpine, which has been back on its feet since 2017. The new A110 put the brand back on the map with a bang. A lightweight mid-engined sports car that got nothing but rave reviews.
Going back in history, we start with the original Alpine A110 from 1963, which was succeeded in 1971 by the A310 that took Alpine to the next level. Initially fitted with a four-cylinder, but later the A310 was also offered with a V6.
In the 1980s, Alpine introduced its Porsche 911 competitor, the GTA (Grand Tourisme Alpine). Which is certainly not a far-fetched comparison. It is, after all, a 2+2 with a six-cylinder in the back. Only this time not a boxer engine, but a V-shaped one. There was a non-turbocharged version (the V6 GT with 160 hp) and a turbocharged version (with 200 hp).
This particular Alpine is a V6 Turbo from the pre-catalyst era, so still with the full 200 (instead of 185) hp. And thus the most powerful version of this model.
With its polyester body, the Alpine V6 Turbo is a pretty light car. Moreover, it is a remarkably streamlined model. In fact, in the 1980s it was one of the most aerodynamic cars on the market. The V6 GT had a Cw value of 0.28. The Turbo is slightly less aerodynamic, but 0.30 is still impressive. This allows a top speed of 243 km/h.
With its angular 1980s shape, the Alpine V6 Turbo is also a pretty spectacular car to look at. On the one hand, a timeless design, but at the same time with typical 80s features. Just look at the rims, the stickers but especially the interior. Despite its sporty looks, the Alpine V6 Turbo is above all a GT that is great for making long journeys. Air conditioning switched on, fiddling with the equaliser and a high-pitched turbo whistle.
This black example has been owned by its current Dutch owner for 22 years, who is now replacing it with a classic A110. It has just under 120,000 km on the odometer.
One of the finest, most iconic 1980s car radios with a V6 Turbo rear-wheel-drive Gran Turismo built around it. The angular exterior, recurring in the interior. Those amazing seats. If there had been a French version of Miami Vice, Sonny (Johnny) would have driven this Alpine. You can't get much more retro than this, and at the same time it is modern enough to actually enjoy it.
Turbo whistle in your ears and it will steal the show at any car event. An almost forgotten French sports car, since finding one is almost impossible. This or a Porsche 996? If you really want to drive something special, then of course it should be this black symbol of French quirkiness.
This car is equipped from factory with:
Some minor modifications have been made:
There are of course some small signs of use, documented on the photos:
While parking, the owner hit a pole when reversing once. Following this, the plastic rear bumper was replaced and fitted with reverse sensors at the same time to prevent a future recurrence.
The car has been serviced for twenty years at Frans Stokman Renault in Heerhugowaard and for the past two years at Renault Kempenaar in Alphen a/d Rijn. The most important points from the recent service history are:
See photos for the invoices. The car comes with a folder with all invoices + MOT reports since 1996.
The owner is a graphic designer addicted to the Alpine brand. In his own words, the Alpine V6 Turbo fits his profession perfectly and he can also happily show up at clients' meetings with it. He combines his work with his passion, having designed the Alpine Revue magazine for 18 years. He got infected with the Alpine virus as early as 1979, when he received a brochure from the local Renault dealer. In 2000, the day had come when he purchased his first Alpine. He has since owned the car for 22 years. Actually, he didn't want to say goodbye to it, but lack of space and the recent purchase of a classic Alpine A110 were the deciding factors.
Seller - Valentin
Seller type - Private
Location - The Netherlands
VIN - VFAD5010500035369
Year/date of production - 1987
First registration - June 23, 1987
Mileage - 119.400 km
Verifiable - Import 1995, documentation present from 1996 onwards
Warranty - No
Body type - Coupé
Engine - 2,5 liter V6 with 200 hp
Lay-out - Rear-wheel drive
Transmission - 5-speed manual
Exterior colour - Black
Interior colour - Black
Upholstery - Leather
Smoker's car - Not noticeable (lighter does show it was once used)
Owners - 4, including current
Owned since - September 12, 2000
Tires - Michelin MVX (front: 5 mm, rear 3,5 mm)
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