The return of the famous 5
As the Renault 5 turns 50 this year, we talk to some previous owners about life with the French supermini … and reveal how the classic car is set to make a comeback writes Geraldine Herbert Jack Lynch was Taoiseach, Elton John was topping the charts and The Godfather was the film everyone was talking about: the year was 1972. It was also the year Renault launched the first supermini, the Renault 5. It was a voiture à vivre: a...
Alpine A110 Legende
Alpine’s A110 is a joy to drive writes Geraldine Herbert Why you will like it? One of the great automotive secrets, the Alpine A110 is a two-seater sports car with a heritage that goes back to the Sixties. Alpine, a name synonymous with rally victories, was bought by Renault in 1973, and in 2017 a new modern interpretation debuted at the Geneva motor show. While it is not currently available to buy in Ireland we hope it’s only a...
