Buying a Used RenaultNowhere has the French carmaker Renault achieved more success than in the UK, where its cars have been top sellers for nearly two decades. The company entered a crowded market dominated by names like Ford and Vauxhall with little fanfare in the early 1950’s. For years they struggled before achieving consistent sales with their mini-cars the R5 and the R18. But Renault still could not compete with the big boys. However, over the years the company had learnt a lot about UK car buyers and they used this experience to create the Clio. The now classic supermini was released in 1991 and was instantly embraced by the public. For the next several years the Clio was the most popular car in its class, winning the coveted European Car of the Year award three times. Renault built on the massive success of the Clio and introduced a number of popular successors. In the new Millennium they even refined the hatchback with their popular Megane in 2002. These cars are favourites in the second-hand market where the used Renault is a top seller. Due, in part, to its success in the UK, Renault has surprisingly become the world’s fourth largest car maker. And the company shows no signs of slowing down as they seem to know what UK car buyers want better than anyone. What is that? Well, if we examine Renault’s startling success, it appears that they want smaller cars that are affordable, stylish and offer superior fuel efficiency. If you are interested in purchasing a used Renault, finding one should be a cinch. As we mentioned, these cars have been some of the most popular in the UK for almost two decades now and they are a favourite with dealerships. But before you buy, make certain that you compare prices on the internet. Believe it or not, the price can vary from dealership to dealership. |