Renault Clio sport V6 gray from 1999
Scale: 1/43
Box is tarnished and cracked on the top (5 cm) and at the back (2 cm)
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This grey 1999 Renault Clio Sport V6 in 1/43rd scale captures one of the most iconic models in French automotive history. This miniature perfectly captures the spirit of this outstanding machine, which marked the late 20th century with its bold engineering and cutting-edge design.
A true collector's item for car enthusiasts, this faithful replica is a centerpiece in the world of French car miniatures. It reflects Renault's expertise in other sports car miniatures and is a tribute to French innovation.
The Renault Clio Sport V6 was born in 1999 from a crazy project: fitting a 3-liter V6 producing 230 horsepower into the small Clio II. This revolutionary creation broke with established conventions by offering a compact sports car with exceptional performance. The engine, mounted mid-rear, radically transformed the vehicle's architecture.
Renault Sport engineers worked with TWR (Tom Walkinshaw Racing) to develop this road-going bomb that reached a top speed of 235 km/h. The bodywork was entirely redesigned with spectacular widened wings, necessary to accommodate 18-inch tires and the cooling systems for the mid-mounted engine.
Built in just 1,513 units until 2001, this Clio V6 Phase 1 instantly became an object of desire. Its commercial success, though limited by its small production run, laid the foundations for a lineage of Renault sports cars that would leave its mark on French automotive history.
In 1999, Renault made clear its ambition to conquer the high-end sports car segment. The diamond brand, backed by its Formula 1 experience, carried its technological know-how over to its production models. This strategy was part of a broader effort to modernize the image of the French brand.
The history of Renault, founded in 1898 by Louis Renault, is marked by a series of technical innovations. From the first car with a driveshaft to competition victories, the French marque has constantly pushed technological boundaries. The Clio Sport V6 fits perfectly into this tradition of bold engineering, showing that Renault can compete with the most prestigious sports car makers in the field of coupe model miniatures.
This period also marked the golden age of Renault Sport, the specialist division that developed the most powerful versions of the range. The expertise gained with the Clio V6 would later be applied to other iconic models from the French brand.
The story of the Renault Clio Sport V6 begins with an almost impossible challenge: how do you fit a V6 engine into a city car? Renault Sport engineers quickly realized that the conventional solution, a front-mounted engine, was technically unfeasible. That led to the revolutionary idea of placing the engine mid-rear, inspired by Italian supercars.
This unprecedented layout turned the small Clio into a true rolling laboratory. The first prototypes surprised testers with handling completely different from conventional Clios. Test drivers found a demanding car with a strong character, one that required a rethinking of traditional driving technique.
The most famous anecdote is that of British automotive journalist Jeremy Clarkson who, during a test for the Top Gear show, called the Clio V6 the "most terrifying car ever built". Paradoxically, this notorious reputation helped the car succeed among enthusiasts craving thrills.
The Clio Sport V6 quickly became a symbol of French automotive design in the 2000s, perfectly embodying the spirit of innovation and boldness that defined the era. It inspired a whole generation of manufacturers to rethink the architecture of compact sports cars, leaving a lasting mark on the history of the modern automobile.
This Renault Clio Sport V6 miniature holds a prime place in the world of collectors passionate about French cars. It fits perfectly alongside other iconic models in Renault car miniatures, forming a cohesive set that represents French automotive innovation.
Collectors especially appreciate this miniature for its rarity and its faithfulness to the original model. It is an ideal addition to a collection dedicated to French car miniatures or to 2000s sports cars. It also enriches thematic collections focused on racing and competition cars.
This miniature appeals as much to experienced collectors as to enthusiasts starting a collection focused on French automobiles. It is an excellent starting point for exploring 1/43rd scale miniatures, a benchmark in the world of precision model cars.
Stephane Bazille
14 November 2026
Always delivered within the agreed deadlines, well-packaged and protected materials. Nothing negative to report. A constantly renewed range that, despite the intention to remain cautious, always finds new temptations...
Claude Lang
13 November 2026
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Serge PINSON
12 November 2026
In addition to the fact that the 1/43 miniatures received are perfectly in line with the photographs and my expectations and are of great finesse, they arrived very quickly (I was even informed of the shipment) and very carefully packaged. Very satisfied, I placed a new order with Bernard Miniatures, a seller I recommend for their selection and reliability.
The scale is the reduction ratio between the real car and the model. At 1:43 scale, for example, every centimetre of the model represents 43 centimetres of the real vehicle.
In practice, a 1:18 Ferrari model is about 25–30 cm long, while at 1:43 it measures roughly 10 cm.
Our model cars mainly come in 1:43, 1:24, 1:18 and 1:87 (HO) scale. The scale is always listed on the product page.
The smaller the second number, the bigger the model (e.g. 1:18 is larger than 1:43).
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