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Car Of The Day: January 16, 2010; Guisval '70 Renault 12 S
Topic Started: Jan 16 2010, 01:58 AM (654 Views)
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Today's car of the day is Guisval's 1970 Renault 12 S.

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The Renault 12 is a family car produced by French automaker Renault between 1969 and 1980. Available as a saloon (Berline) and estate (Break), it was also produced under licence in many countries across the globe into the early 21st century.

In its first few years the 12 received praise from the European press for its spacious, comfortable interior, its styling, its performance and its low fuel consumption. However it fared worse in the North American press: in a test of the 1974 model, Road & Track was critical of the engine's "obtrusive" noise, and called the heavy, non-power steering "a serious design flaw". They also gave it "very poor marks" for the ventilation system.

Renault 12 production and sales ended in western Europe in 1980, but the model continued to be produced and sold by Renault affiliates elsewhere. The last R12 was produced in 1999 in Turkey, whilst Romanian automaker Dacia continued producing the R12-based 1310 sedan and estate until 2004 and the R12-based Gamma pick-up until December 2006.

Overall, the Renault 12 was a successful car, selling 2.5 million units.


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For more information and pictures of the real car please visit: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_12

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The Spanish built version of the Renault 12. The year is, unfortunately a bit of a mystery, but the French domestic model was offered with such a grill from 1970-75, while some export markets kept this styling for a few more years. I'm not sure which category Spain falls under. As for the model itself, it's very fragile, slightly playworn (especially around the doors), and was mine for just $5 at the York toy show.

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At the time of its launch in October 1969 at the Paris Motor Show, the Renault 12 was only available as a four-door saloon, in L and TL specifications, both of which were powered by a 1289 cc engine rated at 54 PS (40 kW; 53 hp). The more expensive TL featured two separate reclining front seats instead of one front bench seat, arm rests on the doors, lights in the boot and glovebox, a heated rear window, and extra warning lights.

In 1970, two new variants were introduced. The estate was launched with the same trim levels and engines as in the saloon and a high performance Renault 12 Gordini model was introduced equipped with the all-aluminium 1565 cc block from the R16 TS fitted with two double-barrel Weber carburettors producing 125 PS (92 kW; 123 hp), a reinforced crankshaft, a five speed gearbox, ventilated disc brakes on the front wheels and normal disc brakes on the rear wheels, and tuned suspension. The Gordini was able to reach 185 km/h (115 mph) and was sold with paint schemes comprising a solid pastel colour (there were several to choose from) with double white stripes added on, the most famous combination being French Blue with stripes.

In October 1972, the more upmarket R12 TS was introduced. It used same 1289 cc engine as in other R12s, but was equipped with a single, double barrel Weber carburettor, which increased power to 64 PS (47 kW; 63 hp) and raised top speed to 150 km/h (93 mph). Aesthetically, the car was distinguishable from other R12s by its special Gordini-style wheels, a chrome strip along the side of the car, and two extra headlights. The TS also featured integrated headrests, a rev-counter and a cooling-fluid temperature gauge.

In October 1973, the R12 TR appeared. This model slotted between the TL and TS, and had automatic transmission as standard.

The whole range was facelifted in 1975 with a new grill, rear lamps and dashboard.


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james_autos
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I haven't seen one with a grille like that. I have the estate version of this car thanks to Sak, and the grille is different.
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FROM SWIFTY:
"As for the model itself, it's very fragile, slightly playworn (especially around the doors), and was mine for just $5 at the York toy show."

Sean, is this going to be a one of your "reclamtion yard" queens? Chipped, listing to one side, cracked backlite (green glass adds some flavor), I'd park it out front with a sign, "Runs--make offer". :D
Along the east coast, you may be able to buy a real one in a junkyard for less than you paid for the Guisval casting!
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I doubt Swifty would want to put this one in the yard! Vintage Guisvals are as rare as rocking horse s**t :o

I remember when I found two at a car show a couple of years ago. I was genuinely amazed.
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I need one of these now too ( makes note) . Seriously am I the only one who sees cars like this and say it needs a plate lol.
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Oh, trust me, you ain't finding one of these in any east coast junkyard. You've got a better chance of finding an NSU Prinz...or a better chance of seeing Dick Cheney address the Sierra Club wearing a speedo. They've all rusted away.

Sean was very, very lucky to find this one. As lucky as I was to find the one I sent to James.

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Sak
Jan 16 2010, 05:48 PM
Oh, trust me, you ain't finding one of these in any east coast junkyard. You've got a better chance of finding an NSU Prinz...


:D :D :D :D
Good one, SAK!!
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WHAT!? How come I didnt catch this at the toyfair!?
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Jan 16 2010, 11:55 PM
WHAT!? How come I didnt catch this at the toyfair!?
I really don't know, because it was in the hall you went in first and I went in last. I found it near the vendor who had the 1/18s including the Daytona in my signature.
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Shows are pure luck, Jon. The only skill involved are a pair of vigilant eyes that aren't tired.
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Jan 17 2010, 03:54 AM
Shows are pure luck, Jon. The only skill involved are a pair of vigilant eyes that aren't tired.
I stayed up all night to go to this show... ;) So tiredness doesn't necessarily mean anything. :P
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Luck, Sean. Suerte :lol:
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I just remember I have one of these but it is a Norev, it has a cracked window and shot suspension and I paid just a buck for it (Way too much!)

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