Author Topic: My Renault 5 GT Turbo (Read 5392 times)

danidmas · « **on:** 31-Dec-2007, 20:31:13 »

This is my weekend toy...

Photosession with hi-res pics:

http://collaverglas.blog spot.com/2007/01/renault-5-gt-turbo-photosession.html

It's a 1988 Renault 5 GT Turbo Phase 2. In short, it has a 1.4 litre turbo engine that gives around 120hp. Not much for today's standards... but combine that with 870kg of dry weight, and you've got it - a fucking awesome car to drive and have fun!!

Here's a small vid when I installed the gr. N "not legal for road use" (dunno why) exhaust:


R5 GT Turbo amb tubu de gr. N

It has 76,000km on the clock, and after a full revision I did to the car some months ago, replacing almost everything that needed to be replaced, I can proudly say that this is one of the finest standard turbos in Catalonia

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1397cc, transversal 4-pot engine with a Garret T2 turbo, 8 valves, giving 120hp at 5750rpm, 165Nm or torque at 3750rpm, Solex carburator:

From Wikipedia:

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In 1987, the Phase I GT Turbo was discontinued, and the Phase II was launched. Major changes in the Phase II version included installing watercooling to the turbocharger, replacing the Phase I's air-cooled setup, which dramatically extended the life of the turbo. It also received a new ignition system which permitted it to rev 500 rpm higher. These changes boosted engine output up to over 120 bhp (89 kW). Externally, the car was revamped, with changes (including new bumpers and arches) that reduced the car's drag coefficient from 0.36 to 0.35. Giving the Phase II a 0 - 60 time of 7.6 secs. Note: Power-to-weight ratio phase I 140bhp per ton, phase II 138 bhp per ton.

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Now I'm using the standard Phase II wheels, with Bridgestones at the front and some shitty supermarket tyres at the back... "to let it slide"

I'm planning to buy a new set of Advans one of these days, mounted in the set of Cup wheels... that I also plan to paint in a darker colour - may be gunmetal grey... but not black. Or may be I let them in white... looks pretty cool anyway

These are the wheels:

Ugly I know, but very very rare

Anyway, I prefer to stick to 13in size. Tried the 15i from a Clio 16v... and the car didn't feel as agressive, it was probably faster, but the kick of the turbo at the exit of a turn was not that noticeable

I'm also planning to replace the front and rear bumper for new ones since they're pretty fucked - dents, scratches... it's easier to replace them than fix them

and paint it again in the original colour... hopefully in time for the Rebel Run 2008

My brother says it's not gonna make it, that there're just tooo many km for the GT Turbo, and that the Ring is too long and fast for the turbo to last and not blow up... but I kinda love the "epic" feel that the trip would have if I drove the GTT up there

topgeartom · « **Reply #1 on:** 31-Dec-2007, 20:35:51 »

Awesome little motor. Are those seats i can see in the back though? Get it stripped!

everso · « **Reply #2 on:** 31-Dec-2007, 20:37:39 »

hotness! looks like it would be an absolute blast to throw round corners! fantastic!

danidmas · « **Reply #3 on:** 31-Dec-2007, 20:41:31 »

Quote from: topgeartom on 31-Dec-2007, 20:35:51

Awesome little motor. Are those seats i can see in the back though? Get it stripped!

Me likes GTT originals

dropot2 · « **Reply #4 on:** 01-Jan-2008, 11:06:31 »

Lovely car dani!

I would love to have a ride in it...

I change a ride in the Tramontana for a ride in the R5

MartinR · « **Reply #5 on:** 01-Jan-2008, 11:42:42 »

I'd no idea you had one of those. That's a really cool car, must be a great little thing to drive.

It'd be great if you brought it to the meet. I know French cars are not known for their reliability, but if it made it, what a ride it would be.

danidmas · « **Reply #6 on:** 01-Jan-2008, 13:29:57 »

Quote from: dropot2 on 01-Jan-2008, 11:06:31

Lovely car dani!
I would love to have a ride in it... I change a ride in the Tramontana for a ride in the R5

Where do I sign?!

Schwalbe · « **Reply #7 on:** 01-Jan-2008, 21:44:57 »

Cool Renault 5 Dani and in more it's turbocharged too.

I'm sure it must be plenty of fun to drive this little car in town around corners.

pterps · « **Reply #8 on:** 01-Jan-2008, 21:49:03 »

Nice hot hatch Dani! I really like the car. Good thing you keep it standard!

Phobo · « **Reply #9 on:** 02-Jan-2008, 16:38:34 »

Driving in one of these on high speeds must be quite scary - the first thing I would install is a rollcage.
Seen some crashphotos with bad ending for driver and car.

danidmas · « **Reply #10 on:** 03-Jan-2008, 18:32:20 »

Quote from: Phobo on 02-Jan-2008, 16:38:34

Driving in one of these on high speeds must be quite scary - the first thing I would install is a rollcage.
Seen some crashphotos with bad ending for driver and car.

Managed 190kmh so far and it IS scary indeed

Never tried it again to be honest. I just cruise relaxed at 110-120kmh, and it's on mountain roads or twisties where I really push my lady a little

mrmojo77 · « **Reply #11 on:** 05-Jan-2008, 21:29:22 »

Now there's a car that you don't get to see in here. I guess they have vaporized from our salty roads. It looks good and I'm sure with those numbers it's very joyfull to drive around.

Skaala · « **Reply #12 on:** 12-Jan-2008, 13:43:26 »

now that is a cool little car! Sounds bloody great aswell.

pzgren · « **Reply #13 on:** 12-Jan-2008, 14:59:34 »

there's only one word for this car - cult

hope you'll have a lot of fun for a long time with this car dani!
sadly i've never driven one before but must be pure fun from what i've read and heard from friends..

danidmas · « **Reply #14 on:** 12-Jan-2008, 21:31:54 »

Took the GTT for a spin today.... on icy roads!!!

TT · « **Reply #15 on:** 12-Jan-2008, 21:44:10 »

Nice winter light, nice pics!

pzgren · « **Reply #16 on:** 12-Jan-2008, 22:06:11 »

cool pics dani, guess you had a lot of fun

danidmas · « **Reply #17 on:** 13-Jan-2008, 20:53:54 »

Quote from: pzgren on 12-Jan-2008, 22:06:11

cool pics dani, guess you had a lot of fun

Well... driving the GTT on icy is not really "fun" actually, especially with the shitty tyres I had at the back... and no ESP or ABS or anything... we had to be extreeeeemely careful

But when the road was dry.....................

Ford Capri 2.8i · « **Reply #18 on:** 13-Jan-2008, 21:42:28 »

Quote from: danidmas on 13-Jan-2008, 20:53:54

Well... driving the GTT on icy is not really "fun" actually, especially with the shitty tyres I had at the back... and no ESP or ABS or anything... we had to be extreeeeemely careful

But when the road was dry.....................

........And twisty

danidmas · « **Reply #19 on:** 13-Jan-2008, 22:33:47 »