Should You Buy a RENAULT WIND? (Test Drive & Review)

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@Aprill264 4 года назад

the renault wind is interesting, I personally quite like it

@dmw13 6 месяцев назад

A local guy has a spider that he takes to local car meets. Its an absolute gem. Fantastic looking car.

@adrianflower3230 4 года назад

It looks like a "Lotus Europa that's eaten too many croissants!" Straight back to 70's design principles, I love it :-)

@CarsofGlasgow 4 года назад

I like it in a simplistic way! PS I have a Twingo RS video if you fancy another french car video :)

@manofched 4 года назад

We hired one when we were on holiday in Tenerife a few years ago, really enjoyed it, but with no forward planning at all we said we would leave it at the airport before we flew home. As you can see, there was no room for two suitcases and bags. Ended up balancing one on the open roof and held onto it desperately. Good times!! Oh! Great review Matt!

@sixaxis222 8 дней назад

After watching this and other reviews thousands times, I finally found the one I looked fot, a blue 1.6 Gordini Wind. I must tell for the price it is a nice little fun, even sporty car. Love it. My family loves is, too. Thanks for the video.

@Viewer-ld5rc Год назад

One of the best, most informative videos I’ve seen on any car ever. No fluff or filler, just your observations and facts about the car easily presented for us, the viewers. Superb.

@HighPeakAutos Год назад

Thanks!

@sthegpc2439 4 года назад

Thanks for giving us something to watch just now, very much appreciated.

@HighPeakAutos 4 года назад

Thanks for watching

@rp6523 4 года назад

I remember seeing one of these on the road and being really intrigued. I put it in the same class as Vauxhall Tigra. Maybe they only made it for a short time because it was a fashion item rather than a car? Great video though. I love that you feature normal, real world cars. Keep at it 👍

@rabajas 3 года назад

I have owned one for past 6 years and this review is pretty accurate...I still look forward to getting in and driving it....its just different and turns heads....very reliable and you can enjoy driving in summer or winter...quite simply, this is a great car for the money.

@stigmoltu-jacobsen 4 года назад

I agree fully with your ‘findings’. Never heard of the Wind. Excellent review. Thanks!

@nickgoode8579 2 года назад

The chassis was the previous gen Clio, like the 182 etc. Brilliant chassis which is why it drives so well. If they had put the 182 2.0 litre engine in it too it would of been a massive hit imo. Rather than the twingo engine.

@TheRobynhud 4 года назад

Nice one Mat. l never stayed in at all during lock down ,just alot of motorcycle riding, kept me happy.

@alchapman1052 4 года назад

Certainly different in appearance,have seen a few about but not many. Always a treat to watch .

@kirk803 4 года назад

I need a sensible family car, but something fun and quirky for the weekends is appealing as well. You keep presenting so many options for both categories that I never would have thought of. Cheers for doing videos on the sorts of cars most people wouldn't look at twice.

@HighPeakAutos 4 года назад

Thanks!

@BazColne 4 года назад

I love the design of French cars in general. The Wind is beautiful and quirky.

@iconicshrubbery 4 года назад

It badly needs a racy stripe down the side to break up the volume. And lose that Wind badge.

@mariaellender6014 2 месяца назад

I've had one for 5 years now and Love it !!!

@adegower4426 3 года назад

I've got one! Love it!

@JohnLyle 4 года назад

Great find that. I'd totally forgotten they even existed. I think it looks pretty good and is a proper bargain convertible.

@spencertresseme 2 года назад

I had a wind when they first came out! Traded it I after a few year but missed it so much. Just got myself the 1.6 GT line and am over the moon again 😍

@olivermaddison5430 4 года назад

Hi keep up the great videos 👍 They are helping me through lockdown 👍

@HighPeakAutos 4 года назад

Cheers! take care

@RevGary 4 года назад

Laughed when you compared it to old Lotus Europa oaft loved those cars back in the day seldom see any now though my neighbour has two genuine original Elans. Anyway top video Matthew blessings to you and your family.

@anonymouscyclist1233 4 года назад

Like a modern crx del sol, with a bit of lotus in the styling, it's cool in quirky way, but so was the Avantime, gotta love renault when they go out on a limb

@Dino-qq2jp 4 года назад

You are at 50k because you deliver a very honest, transparent opinion on the cars. Your approach is not that of the typical "dodgy salesman". I would be confident buying from you, even though you dont actually use this platform to advertise your stock, which is also a reflection on the genuine nature of the chanel. Awesome work and please keep them coming! (You helped me to choose that a 520d was the car for me and purchased as a result). So, thank you!

@HighPeakAutos 4 года назад

Pleased to hear it! Thanks for watching :)

@mickbgb5254 4 года назад

I agree with you about the view from the side. It reminds me of those old Minis back in the day, that were customised by cutting them down to make a two seater car. Strange car however it will appeal to someone.

@stephennewell6628 2 года назад

Got one of these in our site car park today so I was interested to find out more, you know I think this has the makings of a nice little future classic, reare enough to be interesting but ordinary enough to be accessible, suddenly I want one!! Good channel, have now subscribed.

@danwyatt6703 11 месяцев назад

Loved mine when I had one. It drove lovely, got plenty of attention and was great fun. Spot on with the quirks though. Another mad quirk was that when driving at night and pressing the brake pedal, the high brake light which sat at the top of the rear window would floodlight the rear deck and you'd dazzle yourself through the rearview mirror! They would have been properly awesome with the 2.0 from the Clio 197.

@RJ-cq8dd 3 года назад

Love my black 1.6L Wind! Beautiful design and drives great, especially with the roof down.

@leeallen7491 4 года назад

Had a 05 plate Megane Convertible, never missed a beat, took it France great car, was the 2.0 petrol with Leather and six speed box bought it for a bit of fun one summer, wish i had kept it

@SLR-722 4 года назад

Congratulations to pass 15k subscribers! Good job. Pleasure to watch your car reviews. Cheers.

@HighPeakAutos 4 года назад

grigorio allegri Thanks for watching!

@robgibbsofficial 4 года назад

Never seen one before! I really like the styling mind you I have owned x3 Renault 5 GT Turbos in the past. The reason you have 50k subs is that you are very good at what you do - thanks for your great content - here's to the next 50k subs! Best Rob

@HighPeakAutos 4 года назад

Thanks for watching! I've never driven a Renault 5. Take care :)

@peterjackson2561 4 года назад

My friend had a Renault 5 in the 80's. The strapline in the ads at the time was 'what's yours called?'.......we named my friends 'Le Grand Bastard' after it blew up twice Haha

@joelamosun6968 4 года назад

@@peterjackson2561 🤣...yeah...they either blow up or catch fire... guaranteed....my friends had 5 GT turbos that did just that..

@michaelasnow7552 3 года назад

It’s so cute I’m in the process of trying to find a good one i love it and can’t wait to get mine

@DJL78 4 года назад

It’s a fine car to keep at a beach house. From the side view it looks like Dory from that Disney film.

@Vaguepaperchasing 4 года назад

Sounding a lot more upbeat here, good to see you’re still alive and kicking. Great news with the subscriber count! However, I’ll stick with the E Class 😂

@JT-tk4me 4 года назад

I'm now on auto trader looking at them. Somebody stop me😶

@PhilbyFavourites 4 года назад

J T have you found one yet? I saw one in “Imperial Cars” about three years ago. Certainly looked different.

@JT-tk4me 4 года назад

Hey Phil B. Not yet. Mentioned it to my 27 year old son and he said. "If I sell the RCF to buy a Wind he would disown me". Obviously hes not blown away by the Wind🤣🤣🤣.

@eken9t 3 года назад

@@JT-tk4me i have one for sale 3500 send me a message !

@JT-tk4me 3 года назад

@@eken9t Hi. I wasn't looking seriously. What is yours like and why are you selling? You can be honest as I'm not in the market JT.

@eken9t 3 года назад

@@JT-tk4me it's great fun but now time for something faster, I need to get in the track car game

@braddeerrzz 4 года назад

The volume controls for the driver are behind the steering wheel on the right hand side, kind of like a flappy paddle - you can answer calls from it, press the top part of the paddle for volume up, bottom for down, both at the same to pause/play and theres a little roller switch behind those to skip or rewind/previous song. its all within reach of your fingers and works amazingly but yes new passengers do end up changing tracks when trying to tell me something haha

@realnomad9750 4 года назад

I have been watching your videos for quite some time and I have a suggestion for you for future videos while we are under lockdown A video about buying second hand cars A video for how to check used cars or tips

@brianjenkins4611 3 года назад

Have one renault gordini 1.6 for about 8 years, love it.

@Andy-From-England 4 года назад

What a lovely little car looks neat thinking about it i think i only seen a couple WELL DONE ON SUBS BY THE WAY

@HighPeakAutos 4 года назад

Cheers!

@terryneilbooth Год назад

I once admired this car as being different, controversial and stylish. But you nailed it when you said not quite a complete composition. Shame as Renault may have had a winner at the time of Launch. I’m sure it has many fans just for being different.

@hornetfronty 4 года назад

Not a bad motor actually. My wife loves it. I enjoy driving it but it does need thrashing to get it moving! Could do with extra 30 hp then really would be fun. Handles well and I do like the rare factor. Large boot for such a small car and really clever folding roof design. Check out prices, bargain if you are after 2seater convertible.

@angrymuffinsb 4 года назад

You’ve got many followers quickly because; you’re honest, not showing off, fair & do it all in a British humour way. So very happy this channel is doing well! If you can kindly get a WK2 post facelift already, I can shut up 😂🥴😭

@HighPeakAutos 4 года назад

Thanks! I appreciate it :)

@daystatesniper01 4 года назад

Great review as normal Matt ,it seems that Renault had a shed full of parts left over from various models ,told engineers make us a car from the bits ,hence after three years the parts ran out lol

@colw2997 3 года назад

I am the lucky one and own the Renault Wind/Collection in Black, and it is a fabulous reliable car and a looker.

@prestonian1066 Месяц назад

You are and it is. I owned a black collection years ago and like an idiot, I sold it for something bigger and now I want it back. Can't remember the number but it was low, maybe 5/200. Now they are like rocking horse shit to find and in good condition and always miles away!

@Ballbusteress Год назад

i so love your reviews!!

@HighPeakAutos Год назад

Glad you like them!

@RODAN_FPL 4 года назад

The volumne knob - that's because it was made with LHD in mind :) Though I can't disagree, the centre one should be the vol. up/down :) Cruise control - just like you mentioned, classic Renault :) You can find it in the front tunnel in quite a few models.

@giovannifalcone8282 4 года назад

One thing he didn't mention is that it also has steering wheel controls for the stereo, making the pilot's life easier! :)

@Aruneh 4 года назад

I quite like the looks of it. Some features are very french, like the volume knob. Cheap enough and I could see myself in one for a summer.

@fx02zbn 4 года назад

Not surprised you've hit 50k subs. Your channel blows all the other car tests into the weeds. Dont change your format for anyone!

@HighPeakAutos 4 года назад

Thanks! I appreciate it :)

@pdtech4524 4 года назад

I like the styling, it's different and unique! 😎👍

@argonautsuk 3 года назад

I love them. Thanks for the brilliant video. I thought initially that the roof was targa style manual removable. Hard top convertible to me is a selling plus in the British weather. Also the rarity is a plus as they will be high collectable in the future. Also it wouldn't worry me with the plastic bumper you can wrap the bumper,and that will be it. I will NOT sell my 206cc for this but I WILL buy a WIND now having seeing your video as a weekend toy.

@HighPeakAutos 3 года назад

They’re interesting cars. I like them. The turbo engine is good

@du7ch384 4 года назад

Caught seeing my first one of these in white, out in the wild yesterday. had to take a second look. the car itself looks great from the front and back but it's just to short if I had one I'd have to name it stumpy.

@KralSolak 3 года назад

when roof closed side window shape like Lancia stratos. Its so cool!

@peterjackson2561 4 года назад

Like a carriage clock on a mantelpiece.....😂😂 love it! I have seen one of those Spider Sport Renault things!

@ejpurkis 4 года назад

I have to admire your honesty. I spent a short while selling cars,and I did not like the sales managers in ability to be straight with customers. He idolised Arthur Daley . I appreciate that you will go out on a limb and buy quirky. In many ways selling second hand vehicles is often rewarding- you match car to customer- “ah Mr Smith, I think I’ve got something you might really like”.

@JoePineappless 4 года назад

Forgot to add thanks for the video, look forward to them.

@CrazyCragg 4 года назад

Chuckled at the carriage clock comment 👍🏻

@HighPeakAutos 4 года назад

Haha cheers

@steveGee5787 Год назад

Commenting on an old vid here.... But I was driving home from work one afternoon and I saw one of these - a 1.2 Turbo Dynamique with 17" alloys - for sale near where I live and it definitely caught my eye - I certainly couldn't remember when I last saw one on the roads! Condition wise it wasn't the best, however having poked around it and getting in the driver's seat (I'm just over 6' 2" and I fit in it comfortably) it certainly planted a seed, which is luckily where this video has come in! I'm definitely tempted to go and get one whilst prices for these are still relatively low. I remember these when they were launched and back then - although I was young and skint - I loved the idea of it, like a French Honda CRX or Ford Puma. I think on the market it was sadly rather misunderstood and that was definitely reflected in its sales.... Still, think the next step is to try and test drive a good 'un and see what happens........

@5OnionRings 4 года назад

Hi mate, great videos!! just wondering if you have any advice or videos on a VW touareg 2007- 2009 face-lift altitude?

@codyoverton5771 2 года назад

I love the Renault wind on how weird and quirky it is I am planning it to be my first car great review

@williamfence566 4 года назад

Seeing that i have a Honda CRZ I love the quirkiness of the wind & even the name makes you smile. Don't have the hairline for a convertible though. Keep doing what you are doing and 100,000 subs isn't far away .

@HighPeakAutos 4 года назад

Thanks!

@petermurray-reynolds7774 2 года назад

Just bought one after seeing this review. That one was quite tidy, hope you got a fair price.

@lucacristian5919 4 года назад

Loved the comment for the hazard light 😂😂 as for your question about how it looks in our opinion, well.. I was always polite and gentle with my comments.. until now: it’s f*****n ugly I would say. Cheers Matt! P.s. I know that you are well mannered and think about the haters who just complain nowadays about people going out and stuff, but you shouldn’t motivate yourself. We are really happy when we see a new video! 👍🏻

@HighPeakAutos 4 года назад

Haha thanks for watching :)

@medabuzaki7416 4 года назад

That’s exactly what my dad used to say the hazard warning switch is big you can’t miss it in fresh cars because they break down a lot and you need quick/easy access to that switch the wind is an eye catching car... nothing else, you gave it a great review tho, 50k subscribers will soon be 100k just keep up the good work mate

@HighPeakAutos 4 года назад

Haha exactly! Thanks for watching. I appreciate it

@ZEROMotorsport 3 года назад

Because it’s a french car the hazard light takes pride of place 😂 thanks for your review I’m daring myself to go pick one up from Liverpool this weekend

@robynhill4081 3 года назад

Hey I loved the commentary on this I was after a small car. Having watched, not sure I want one now hahaha

@fergalcummins3775 3 года назад

Great vids Matt. Top drawer content mate. Please review a Renualt Laguna Initiale mark 3 at some stage. Thanks bud

@HighPeakAutos 3 года назад

Thanks for watching. I keep meaning to get hold of a Laguna coupe. Great looking vehicles

@phillyleighton86 3 года назад

Owned one for 2 years was a cracking car most parts are from the twingo or Clio and the seats are adjustable

@thisisadebrown 4 года назад

The leather straps on the doors come from the very old British and European sports cars... I remember a lot of the cars are used to driving is a little boy had leather doorhandles and straps to pull

@5ebra1 4 года назад

Thanks for the review. I knew of them but have never seen one on the road. Quirky but a bit like a Micra convertible.

@HighPeakAutos 4 года назад

Thanks for watching! Thats what I thought initially but the Wind is far better than the Micra CC

@andyrobinson1237 4 года назад

The optional extra this really lacks is a 5 gallon can of petrol & a box of matches. It’s on the spec sheet as “Fire Package” .

@davidlee4966 4 года назад

You must live in a very remote area, it appeared as the longest prescription run in history😀😀

@PhilbyFavourites 4 года назад

David Lee: “Evenin’ All - it’s The Filth here, we’re watching ‘im”.

@bernhardadam4700 3 года назад

My wife has one and it is a nice little car, of cause with some missing things because it´s based on a twingo and from 2012. You are right, it would be better to have the bigger knob for volume, but the smaller knob is closer to the driver, because in the most countries the driver is on the other side. :-)

@stepheniles9361 9 месяцев назад

Nice review

@BrenTravisMusician 4 года назад

The giant hazard light gets it's own shelf!? Ace. Just can't take my eyes off it.

@stefanodetullio 4 года назад

I got this car and i love it! 😁 Cheap, unique and cabrio (targa)!

@Matt_The_Hugenot 3 года назад

A neighbour had one, odd though well designed, looks like fun on a budget.

@redyellowpink01 3 года назад

I really like then because they're weird. If they were more common i don't think I'd like it. Those engines are surprisingly tuneable. The 1.2 turbo is good for 150hp with the right mods. I really really want one

@ianyoud1 4 года назад

Hi Matt nice colour but not a lover of french cars myself, I’m sure jlr did a very similar colour I hope your alright with you picking up a prescription, another great video I think the reason for your channel growth is your honest opinion and funny one liners I remember your first video and after that I was hooked best wishes stay safe,Ian.

@HighPeakAutos 4 года назад

Cheers Ian! I appreciate it :)

@ianyoud1 4 года назад

@@HighPeakAutos your welcome matt best wishes stay safe how's the L405

@MrAarongilbey 2 года назад

I love quirky cars having owned Honda CRXs and CRZ, Smarts, etc so the Wind is appealling to me! It does look a little dumpy and Pepper Pig-esque from certain angles but I love it. I took the 1.2 TCE turbo and the 1.6 naturally aspirated models out for test drives some time back. They do feel different to drive, the turbo feels more fizzy and pulls from lower down but the 1.6 comes alive like my Hondas over 5k RPM will a decent sound too. I didn't buy either as Mat says too I feel Renault didn't quite hit the mark with the Wind. A lower driving position, slightly more power and perhaps a more pleasing interior would have made this car more appealling.

@geriatricmotorcars9516 4 года назад

Quirky birds car ' Appealing in a funny sort of way ... Good value ' And nice review on point Cheers

@mrburns2936 4 года назад

Please test the volvo v70 08-16 very common here in sweden , want to hear what the best car review channel Thinks about it, love from Sweden ,keep up the Good work

@HighPeakAutos 4 года назад

Thanks! I appreciate it. Ha det bra!

@antonsturesson8235 4 года назад

It looks bloated but I still somehow love the weirdness of this little thing! When I get the chance I'm definitely importing one from Germany to Sweden. They were never sold here new and I've never seen one on the road. Don't know if it'll be a future classic but it's certainly a future classic to me personally. Great content as always! Stay safe out there!

@HighPeakAutos 4 года назад

Haha I didnt know that. I always like to drive something that nobody else has too

@Barxxo 3 года назад

future classic... that's what i thought too

@jamesk1806 4 года назад

It's Quirky and typically French... Nice colour and looks modern all things considered. The mechanical action of the roof is a thing of beauty.

@chaserdave Год назад

Did you try finding the heated seats switch.... that's a fun one. I had mine for two month before I found it

@philipbrit13 4 года назад

Looks a bit like to Honda Del Sol. Except it had a rear window that could be opened to let air through with side windows open. It was a fun car

@MP-Fin 4 года назад

I have never seen or heard of this car, haha! And here in Finland Renault, Peugeot, and Citröen are very common! One car that intrigues me is the Peugeot RCZ. I mean it looks like sports car but it has a small petrol engine? Maybe review that one if you can? Cheers mate let’s stay healthy.

@HighPeakAutos 4 года назад

Thanks for watching. I'l definitely do a video with an RCZ when I get one next

@geraldhornsby 4 года назад

So there's nothing between "cool and unusual" and "hideous"? And what is it about you and cup holders? If I ever designed a car, I'd put 4 cup holders in the front, just for you. Cheers, Matt. I always look forward to your videos.

@HighPeakAutos 4 года назад

Haha thanks

@shaileshkris 3 года назад

what an interesting car, loved the simple convertible roof mechanism. they should make an electric version

@MaximilianvonPinneberg 4 года назад

Loved these little coupe targa Twingos. I've seen a few around recently. Perhaps they are becoming a cheap classic.

@johncorner9295 4 года назад

Ive had the wind all day.love your vids.

@danecowan678 Год назад

Great little motor. Looks a bit strange from the side, but definitely a quirky, stubby little ‘sports’ car. If it had a bigger engine then I’m sure it would be quite good fun. I think they might even be a future classic - just a thought! And unlikely one, but you never knos

@ktxed 3 года назад

saw one today never knew it existed :) it's a pretty cute and quirky car

@zone1hearing 4 года назад

You are correct Matt, never heard of it! Interesting, sounds like you would want to add a Turbo to the 1.6

@HighPeakAutos 4 года назад

That would be a good idea

@Smithy1789 4 года назад

Funnily enough I walked past one in the exact same colour on my daily exercise yesterday, what a coincidence.

@PS-si7hn 4 года назад

Cool little car.... targa top for 4,000 GBP is not bad....looks ok....suspect it would look better in a darker colour....and congratulations on the 50,000 mark...you are without a doubt one of the best “car guys” on RU-vid....love your reviews...

@HighPeakAutos 4 года назад

Thanks for watching! I appreciate it :)

@PS-si7hn 4 года назад

High Peak Autos truly look forward to your reviews.....wish I lived in the UK....I would come and work for you for free! Ok....the occasional bacon buttie!

@stevie007 4 года назад

Hi Mate 👌👌👌👌👌 just thought I would comment before you richly deserve your 50k subscribers. May I be the the first !!!!!! and may I say no body deserves it more than you mate 🙌🙌🙌🙌 Reg`s Steve

@HighPeakAutos 4 года назад

Thanks Steve! I appreciate the support :)

@keithparish5863 3 года назад

And can you believe they now seem to be appreciating !

@afiqarman990 4 года назад

Doug will surely love the car

@timroberts2919 4 года назад

The Wife Said if I bought her one of those "she would pack her bags" How much is it Matt?

@HighPeakAutos 4 года назад

Haha I'm having the front bumper resprayed then it will go on for £3995

@stephenpeacock2627 4 года назад

High Peak Autos £3994 too much. Lol

@richardstrauss7652 Год назад

I m thinking of getting one as a second car Just for fun I had à Dauphine in my youth and a Citroën C3 with huge windshield a few years ago. I also drove Saabs. I want to be different. The big trunk is appealing too. Will see if I can get one Gordini in Japan.

@kevindunkley1624 4 года назад

Is it possible for you to get an Alfa Romeo Brera to review? I would be very interested to hear your opinion on a Brera. Keep up the good work, you have now become my go to car review podcast.

@HighPeakAutos 4 года назад

Thanks for watching! The Brera is on my to-do list :)