Renault 4L GTL (1980)
for sale
Price: US $5,900.00
Price: US $5,900.00
I have sold hundreds of classic cars on over about 15
years and maintain a 100% positive feedback rating and maintaining this rating
is my priority. Normally, I post 30-40 photos, but the incredibly solid, original condition of this particular 4L forced me to post many more…just so
much good to see. Every nook and cranny is shockingly sound. All original body
panels, never any accidents and zero body repairs of any kind. All you see is 100%
original steel.
This is a 1984 Renault 4L Trophy. The Trophy is a challenge
from France, down through Spain and the north Africa desert to Morocco. This
particular car was run by a student from ESC Rennes University and apparently, included
her sister. The ‘4L et 2 Soeurs’ is a play on phonetics as ‘4L’ sound like ‘Four
wings’ in French…so, ‘Four wings and two sisters’. here
Driving Video: here
The entire floor pan is original and free of rust. Even door
bottoms rust free. There is ONE area with a few bubbles on the entire car and
it’s just under the right front fender and photographed below. Easy repair. Before
this 4L was prepared for the Trophy challenge, it’s clear they found a very
original, well-loved car to start with. You don’t want to take a rusty, rickety
car on a Trophy Challenge. Stereo/CD player has surprisingly good sound.
Original interior and rubber floor mat testifies to the care she’s received. I
installed a rear seat, but the back does not fully recline due to roll cage. The
seat can be unbolted in 5 minutes.
The Renault 4L is like a mix between an old Land Rover
Series and a Citroen 2CV and drives like it too, but neither will drop ‘em like
this 4L…won’t be another like it anywhere near you. Even in France people ask
me if they can take photos with the car. Lots of little dents and dings, but
perfect just the way it is. Paint basically has new shine, even if many
scratches and blemishes. The only cosmetic thing I would do, is strip the
underside of the floor and recoat, just for preservation. That is ALL.
She still has all original factory body stickers, paint code
sticker, tags and plaques. Even the super cool ELF sponsored Formula 1 sticker
on the back window. I have every reason to believe she didn’t run or drive any
better in 1984 than today.
Bullet-proof mechanics. Engine runs like a watch, transmission shift through all gears like new, brakes are strong and perfectly
balanced. Everything seems to work except the turn signals. Haven’t looks into
this. New battery, starter rebuilt and exhaust manifold gasket. Two sets of
wheels with good tires…won’t need to buy tires for several years. All parts are
cheap and readily found online. www.leboncoin.fr, www.ebay.fr and many independent suppliers.
I am only selling to continue a charity project in the
Philippines called www.wanderbyus.com FaceBook: Wander By Us. Soon on YouTube: WanderByUs
I have imported and exported many cars between the US and
France. I will help with the process. Shipping to east coast is around 600-700$
last time I checked. West coast round 900$.
update: 2018-05-16
Used |
“Read description. Excellent classic French car.” |
Year: | 1980 | VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): | VF1112300E0039665 |
Mileage: | 123,730 | Number of Cylinders: | 4 |
Make: | Renault | Transmission: | Manual |
Model: | 4L | Body Type: | Sedan |
Trim: | GTL | Warranty: | Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty |
Engine: | 4 cal | Vehicle Title: | Clear |
Drive Type: | FWD | Options: | CD Player |
Fuel Type: | Gasoline | Exterior Color: | Blue |
For Sale By: | Private Seller | Interior Color: | Blue |