Renault R 12 TL
(1969 - 1975)
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In 1969, the new R12 did not appear as forward-looking as the Renault models 6 and 16, and Heinz Kranz approached the newcomer with corresponding skepticism. However, the small front-wheel-drive notchback saloon won over the customer with every kilometer driven. This article reproduces the original wording of the 1969 test and shows the Renault 12 in many historical pictures.
In the Renault 12, form strictly followed function, which made for an appearance that took some getting used to, if not whimsical, but made the car very practical and easy to understand. This historical test clearly highlights the advantages of the Renault 12 without dwelling for long on complaints about its appearance. However, the most important question remains unanswered: Where exactly is the handbrake now?
Renault launched the small R5 on the market in January 1972. The "Cinq" was a modern compact sedan with many strengths and hardly any weaknesses. The Austrian Auto Revue was full of praise, because the little car was practical, comfortable and sporty at the same time. This report reproduces the original wording of the 1972 test and shows the Renault 5 in many pictures.
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Renault 12 TL - pretty pragmatic
Over eight million Renault 12s were produced in France and by licensed companies such as Dacia between 1969 and 2006, yet you hardly ever see one on our roads. The R12 impressed with its value for money and targeted comfort, as well as being reliable. And it can still hold its own today, as our driving report with many current and historical pictures shows.
In the winter of 1974/1975, the magazine 'hobby' compared eight compact cars from five countries in a meticulous test that required driving on the Nordschleife and the participation of eight test drivers: the Audi 50 competed against the Citroën Ami Super, Datsun Cherry, Fiat 127, Innocenti Mini, Peugeot 104, Renault 5 and Simca 1000 GLE and won hands down. The Datsun Cherry came second, but this was not the only surprise in the extensive comparison test. This article re-edits the findings of that time, showing the results in detail and the vehicles in many archive photos from back then.
The former marginal model R 5 L was heavily promoted in 1975, making it the top-selling German Renault. The station wagon was able to convince with a lot of cargo space and as an economy model with a long-lasting engine, but there were still some complaints. This test report from 1975 explains how it fared against its main competitors and whether it attracted the increased interest at the time.
Five mid-range coupés from four countries were compared by the magazine 'hobby' in 1975: Toyota Celica, Ford Capri II, Renault R15, Fiat 128 SL and VW Scirocco. And the question was whether the beauty of the cars would win out over their reduced utility value. This carefully edited original comparison test from 1975 reproduces the text and findings and is illustrated with many additional archive images.
Current market prices for Renault R 12 TL
4-Door Sedan, 54 PS, 1289 cm3
null, 54 PS, 1289 cm3
5-Door Sedan, 65 PS, 1565 cm3
5-Door Sedan, 47 PS, 1100 cm3
Coupe, 59 PS, 1300 cm3
Coupe, 89 PS, 1600 cm3
3-Door Sedan, 42 PS, 965 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 50 PS, 1289 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 59 PS, 1289 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 82 PS, 1565 cm3
null, 59 PS, 1289 cm3
null, 59 PS, 1289 cm3
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Auctioned vehicles of Renault R 12 TL
| Brand | Model | Year | Status | Auction name | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renault 17 coupé TL 1971 Sold Artcurial A French Collection (November 4, 2021) |
17 coupé TL | 1971 | Sold | Artcurial A French Collection (November 4, 2021) | |
| Renault 5 TL 1974 Sold Artcurial A French Collection (November 4, 2021) |
5 TL | 1974 | Sold | Artcurial A French Collection (November 4, 2021) | |
| Renault R 5 TL 1975 Sold Campen Randers (March 20, 2016) |
R 5 TL | 1975 | Sold | Campen Randers (March 20, 2016) | |
| Renault R 17 TL 1972 Sold Campen Randers (March 20, 2016) |
R 17 TL | 1972 | Sold | Campen Randers (March 20, 2016) | |
| Renault R 16 TL 1973 Sold Campen Randers (March 20, 2016) |
R 16 TL | 1973 | Sold | Campen Randers (March 20, 2016) | |
| Renault R 12 Gordini 1971 Not Sold Stanislas Machoir Nizza Sale (October 17, 2015) |
R 12 Gordini | 1971 | Not Sold | Stanislas Machoir Nizza Sale (October 17, 2015) | |
| Renault R 12 TR 1975 Sold DVCA Dorchester (March 2, 2017) |
R 12 TR | 1975 | Sold | DVCA Dorchester (March 2, 2017) | |
| Renault R 12 Gordini 1971 Sold Osenat Collection Gérard Gombert, Automobiles, Motos, Pièces détachés, Moteurs... (November 10, 2016) |
R 12 Gordini | 1971 | Sold | Osenat Collection Gérard Gombert, Automobiles, Motos, Pièces détachés, Moteurs... (November 10, 2016) | |
| Renault R 12 Gordini 1972 Not Sold Stanislas Machoir Automobiles Classic et Competition (April 24, 2016) |
R 12 Gordini | 1972 | Not Sold | Stanislas Machoir Automobiles Classic et Competition (April 24, 2016) | |
| Renault 12 Gordini LHD Competition 1972 Sold Artcurial Rétromobile 2014 & Solo Alfa by Artcurial Motorcars (February 7, 2014) |
12 Gordini LHD Competition | 1972 | Sold | Artcurial Rétromobile 2014 & Solo Alfa by Artcurial Motorcars (February 7, 2014) |
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