Renault R 12 TS
(1972 - 1980)
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In 1971, Renault presented the two models R15 and R17, four-seater coupés with a sleek body and large-scale production mechanics. Auto Revue tested the 90 hp Renault 15 TS in 1972 and praised the successful compromise between comfort and sportiness. This article reproduces the original wording of the test report and shows the R15 and R17 models in many historical 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.
As the largest and most powerful estate car, the R 30 TS occupied a special position in the mid-seventies. It was enthroned far above the R 16 and towered in a displacement class in which Renault had not been represented for decades. The historical test report from 1975 reveals whether the R 30 TS was able to hold its own against the strong six-cylinder competition.
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 TS
4-Door Sedan, 59 PS, 1289 cm3
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4-Door Sedan, 50 PS, 1289 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 54 PS, 1289 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 82 PS, 1565 cm3
null, 54 PS, 1289 cm3
null, 59 PS, 1289 cm3
5-Door Sedan, 82 PS, 1565 cm3
Coupe, 89 PS, 1600 cm3
Coupe, 97 PS, 1600 cm3
5-Door Sedan, 70 PS, 1300 cm3
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Auctioned vehicles of Renault R 12 TS
| Brand | Model | Year | Status | Auction name | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renault R 12 TR 1975 Sold DVCA Dorchester (March 2, 2017) |
R 12 TR | 1975 | Sold | DVCA Dorchester (March 2, 2017) | |
| Renault R 12 TL 1976 Not Sold Brightwells Classic & Vintage Cars and Motorcycles (July 15, 2015) |
R 12 TL | 1976 | Not Sold | Brightwells Classic & Vintage Cars and Motorcycles (July 15, 2015) | |
| Renault R 12 TL 1976 Sold Brightwells Classic & Vintage Cars and Motorcycles (September 23, 2015) |
R 12 TL | 1976 | Sold | Brightwells Classic & Vintage Cars and Motorcycles (September 23, 2015) | |
| Renault R 20 TS 1978 Sold Campen Randers (March 20, 2016) |
R 20 TS | 1978 | Sold | Campen Randers (March 20, 2016) | |
| Renault R 20 TS 1978 Sold Campen Randers (March 20, 2016) |
R 20 TS | 1978 | Sold | Campen Randers (March 20, 2016) | |
| Renault 30 TS Automatique 1979 Sold Artcurial A French Collection (November 4, 2021) |
30 TS Automatique | 1979 | Sold | Artcurial A French Collection (November 4, 2021) | |
| Renault 20 TS 1977 Sold Richard Edmonds Castle Combe Circuit Auction (October 25, 2014) |
20 TS | 1977 | Sold | Richard Edmonds Castle Combe Circuit Auction (October 25, 2014) | |
| Renault R 30 TS 1979 Sold Campen Randers (March 20, 2016) |
R 30 TS | 1979 | Sold | Campen Randers (March 20, 2016) | |
| Renault R 30 TS 1978 Sold Campen Randers (June 26, 2016) |
R 30 TS | 1978 | Sold | Campen Randers (June 26, 2016) | |
| Renault R 30 TS 1977 Sold Campen Randers (March 20, 2016) |
R 30 TS | 1977 | Sold | Campen Randers (March 20, 2016) |
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