Alpine A110 confirmed for Oz.

[Sioso]

https://www.carsales.com.au/editoria...tralia-109709/



Alpine coupe confirmed for Australia
Australian Alpine A110 launch edition deliveries will start in the second quarter of next year

Renault’s reborn Alpine A110 sports coupe has been confirmed for Australia, with deliveries to start in the second quarter of 2018.

Pricing will sit between $90,000 and $110,000 before on-road costs for the two-seater, with an initial launch model based on the European ‘Premiere Edition’.

That sort of money puts the A110 up against rivals like the Jaguar F-TYPE, Porsche Cayman, Audi TT and Alfa Romeo 4C.

A range of other variants of the will follow, likely including a convertible and even an SUV.

After a long teaser campaign the A110 was unveiled at this year’s Geneva show, but there were question marks over whether it would come to Australia.

Today’s confirmation makes Australia only the second market outside Europe and the third right-hand drive market to get the A110, which will be sold through a limited number of yet-to-be-named Alpine dealers.

However, potential buyers able to reserve a car now through Renault Australia.

“Alpine, the sports premium brand of Groupe Renault, defines a modern sports car designed for driving pleasure,” declared Renault Australia’s new managing director, Andrew Moore.

“We are delighted that it won’t be long until its loyal fans, as well as those new to the brand, can get behind the wheel.”

A mid-mounted 185kW/320Nm 1.8-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine powers the A110’s rear wheels via a Getrag seven-speed dual clutch gearbox.

Underpinned by an aluminum platform and body, the A110 weighs in at just 1080kg, aiding a claimed 0-100km/h acceleration time of 4.5 seconds and electronically limited top speed of 250km/h.

The new A110 draws its styling inspiration from the A110 Berlinette first launched in 1961.

The ‘Premiere Edition’ which the Australian launch model will be based on features 18-inch Otto Fuchs forged aluminium wheels, Sabelt monocoque sport seats, Brembo sports braking system, active lightweight sports exhaust, Alpine-tuned Focal audio system, matte carbon-fibre interior accents and brushed aluminium pedals

Full details of Australian specifications will be revealed closer to the arrival of vehicles.

Developed by Renaultsport, the A110 will be built in Dieppe, France, the historical home of Alpine.

While little known in Australia where it has never officially been sold, Alpine was a manufacturer of both road and race cars originally established n 1955. Renault purchased the company in 1973 and ceased production in 1995.

Alpine won both the Monte Carlo rally and the Le Mans 24-hour in the 1970s.

Régis Fricotté, International Sales Director of Alpine Cars, said: “We know that many people have been waiting for this car.

"In fact, when bookings opened in Europe, all 1955 Premiere Edition cars were reserved within just a few days. We believe the A110 offers a unique proposition to the market and we expect a similar reaction from Australian sports car enthusiasts when the car is on sale.”

[MethodX]

Looks ok and sounds ok... but pass.
That much for a Renault....

Funny that the original Alpines weren't made by Renault.

[LG17]

Originally Posted by MethodX

Looks ok and sounds ok... but pass.
That much for a Renault....

Funny that the original Alpines weren't made by Renault.

Maybe the sun beamed in a different direction...

Way overpriced.

[solarite_guy]

Anyone who remembers Renault street cars around here also remembers the nick name Oh'No!!!

[Polyal]

Cant understand how you could not be happy with a MR sports car? Only "let down" would be the transmission if DCT only.

Its certainly just as good as the 4C.

[solarite_guy]

Although Renault has fielded some of the worlds most successful race cars, I have very strong memories of the 2 worst street cars I have ever been involved with being Renaults. It will have to win me over.

[Craig@AUDI]

Just buy this then?

https://www.carsales.com.au/private/...D-467970/?Cr=0

[XRtowcar]

Twice the price it should be.

[Polyal]

Originally Posted by Craig@Rockdale

Just buy this then?

https://www.carsales.com.au/private/...D-467970/?Cr=0

Id have that in a heart beat.

I mean its no AU but its cool. People need to chill out a bit when it comes to cars.

[marty351]

Originally Posted by solarite_guy

Anyone who remembers Renault street cars around here also remembers the nick name Oh'No!!!

I learnt to drive in a R16ts, and what that car was capable of is truly remarkable.

My old man almost shed a tear when it was time to say goodbye.

[solarite_guy]

Originally Posted by marty351

I learnt to drive in a R16ts, and what that car was capable of is truly remarkable.

My old man almost shed a tear when it was time to say goodbye.

I am glad you had a good one. Maybe they improved by then.

Fortunately I didn't own either of these, but 2 of my friends were always in need of help.

The only other car I know of that came close to those 2 was my ex wifes Pontiac Sunbird.

Nobody has a perfect track record, but that trio hold a special place in my memory.