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R8 Gordini
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SPORTS
ICON
FOR ALL
SPORTS
ICON
FOR ALL
Renault 8 Gordini signalled the dawn of a new sports driving age (or almost). By offering a sporty version - under the name Gordini - of a large series model, Renault could offer affordable sports cars: it was the birth of the GTI before the name even existed.
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spirit
A DEBT
TO AMÉDÉE
A DEBT
TO AMÉDÉE
Launched in 1964, Renault 8 Gordini owed its name to its engineer, Amédée Gordini. It adopted re-designed drive trains, improved braking and a 95 hp engine (almost twice the power of the classic Renault 8 engine). In 1966, the “Gorde”, as it was nicknamed, further improved by its engine (now 1300 cc), was equipped with a 5-gear gearbox for a maximum speed of 175 kph. This performance cemented its reputation in competitions.
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interior
WELL
PREPARED
WELL
PREPARED
Renault managed to push the Renault Gordini engine to 95 hp, by adopting a new hemispherical cylinder head and two Weber carburettors. Once this engine had been further improved, the Renault 8 Gordini appealed to a great many drivers, amateurs as well as professionals.
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original soundtrack
LISTEN TO
THIS PLAYLIST
LISTEN TO
THIS PLAYLIST
Like a great rock classic, the engine sounds of Renault 8 Gordini are not to be missed, filling our ears with wonderful memories.
style
A LIVING
LEGEND
A LIVING
LEGEND
What other car is more easily identifiable than Renault 8 Gordini? Its two legendary white stripes on blue background make the car stand out in a crowd.
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exploits
RALLY
STAR
RALLY
STAR
Renault 8 Gordini shone in rallys. Jean Vinatier won the Tour de Corse in 1964 at the wheel of his Renault 8 Gordini. Pierre Orsini and Jean-François Piot repeated the feat in 1965 and 1966 respectively, beating Alfa Romeo GTA and Porsche 911. In 1968, the “Gorde” was the star of the Morocco Rally, thanks to driver Jean-Pierre Nicolas.
technical features
UP TO
175 KPH
UP TO
175 KPH
- production
over 11,800 vehicles from 1964 to 1970 out of 1.3 million vehicles
- Performance and engine
4 cylinders from 1108 cc to 1255 cc
from 95 to 110 hp
4-speed gearbox (for the 1108 cc) or 5-speed (for the 1255 cc)
170-175 kph depending on version
- dimensionsLength 4,00 mWidth 1,49 mHeight 1 ,37 m
- architecture
three-box body
longitudinal engine to the rear
The Originals Store
“GORDE”
STYLE
“GORDE”
STYLE
Match your outfits to the Renault 8 Gordini colours or opt for a miniature to replay rally victories in your head.
heritage
BREEDER
OF
CHAMPIONS
BREEDER
OF
CHAMPIONS
Renault 8 Gordini can be proud of having a competition dedicated to it. In 1966, the publication ‘Moteurs, Renault et Dunlop’ created the Renault 8 Gordini National Cup. Aspiring drivers and owners of the little blue spitfire faced off in this competition, which revealed several drivers who went on to great things: Andruet, Cudini, Darniche, Jabouille, Jarier, Leclère, Malcher, Ragnotti and Thérier.
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