handling

It may be just me but I'm not a massive fan of Cliosport. Just don't like it?! Discuss.

There's quite often threads along these lines, but Karlos's thread about the pre-eminence of the Trophy got me thinking of where it sits in the pantheon of ordinary to become performance cars. Integras do not count because (I don't think!) you could get say a 1.1 60bhp version like you could...

As some of you will be aware I sold my Trophy about 2/3 months ago and bought a diesel due to amount of miles I was commuting. Well different job means I now don't need a diesel and can go back to something more fun. Mrs and I both love the Integra DC5 (champ white) so will be looking around...

Just bought Trophy No 237 from Allvehicles. Pick it up on Tuesday. Traded in my Elise 111r and have to say i can't wait to get my mitts on the Trophy! Car was absolutely immaculate and Steve was really helpful and easy to get on with. No doubt i'll be on here a bit from now on! Karl.

Read this Manufacturer's description for the pilot exalto PE2 on a tyre website (not sure which) yesterday. Thought it was of interest...... Manufacturer's Description: The Pilot Exalto PE2 is Michelin's entry level Ultra High Performance Summer tyre designed to raise both the status and...

im thinking of spending some money on the trophy and was wondering if a de cat and induction kit would be beneficial, ive already got a janspeed exhaust system and wanted a little more response and sound. has anyone got these mods and are you happy with them? many thanks :D

Well, it hasn't been long in my hands and already I've decided that it's time to be a bit braver! I got married a couple a months ago as many of you know, and bought the R26 to replace my beloved Trophy #185. Having realised that I've probably only got a couple of years left to be utterly...

Need 4 new tyres, couple of quick questions please folks; Is it best to stick with the exaltos or are the PS2s better or any other worth considering ? What should I be looking to pay, all fitted ? Last set did 13k - is that high/low/normal would you say ?

Hi There Im going out for a bit of a spirited drive tmor and want to check all my tyre pressures, now i know they are in the manual but do people follow them or is there a set you guys use ? Sam

Car is making a grinding noise coming from underneath the car when its in gear at 2000rpm and 4000 rpm, doesnt do it when not in gear. Any one have any ideas ? going in to be looked at in a weeks time

hi there the wifery has a 182 cup (awww we are a RS family) and given her past history with kerbs, i really want to put some steel wheel on and keep the anthracite alloys tucked away in perfect cond. my question is this. is there a steel wheel with the same dimensions as the alloys that...

A few questions on these as I don't really know much about them! can you just buy a set of camber bolts i.e. h&r and get them fitted? any need for lowering springs or anything? how much are they and how much are they fitted/set-up? do they drastically improve handling on their own...

I picked up #165 last night... and my girlfriend and I decided to take our cars out earlier this evening to grab a few pictures. Here they are! I'm still grinning having experienced the handling that the Trophy is renowned for. :D Cheers, SharkyUK

Some of the usual why pay extra as no 'difference' to a standard 182??? Over rated!!! The best one,' drove one & thought it was same as cup' :shock:

I thought i'd ask on here as ClioSport was going to give me all sorts of silly answers. Right the 182 is due her annual service end of Sept, done no where near the mileage, but want things kept up to date & make sure everything is as it should be. The car will go to Mike @ RenTech after...

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Hi guys! Silly question! my 182, is it a cup? what makes it a 182 cup and not just a 182? and how can i tell what mine is? Also if it is a 182, can it be made into a cup? In fact! what is a cup??!?!!!! :?

For Sale Renaultsport Clio Trophy 007/500 Registered June 2005 33k miles Remainder of manufacturer/dealer warranty Taxed until June 2008 FRSH with interim oil and filter changes at 6k and 18k New aux belt and tensioner at 32500 miles At least 6mm on all tyres New discs a couple of months...

Hi all, For sale my trophy No.165. I've not had the car long (8wks), but due to my wedding looming on the horizon, the sensible thing to do is try and save a little bit of cash. So...its up for sale for £9750. Advertised only on here for the moment to gauge interest. Its currently...

Hello signed up coz I am seriously thinking bout buyin a trophy so want find out bout all the good and bad of the car what they are goin for etc. currently drive a, dare I say it on this site, clio 197 R27 F1 Team, which we both love but want to replace our Corsa 1.8 Love the trophy and like...

Well as some of you may know i had planned to go to FCS but due to a last minute change of plans outwith my control and a general lack of accomodation i ended up not making it - which i wasnt too pleased about. So as the weather was good i decided to cheer myself up at short notice on Sunday...

Yes i know you're lurking on this site somewhere.... Just thought i'd say hope you enjoyed kicking my tyres, using my petrol to go on a test drive when you had no real intention of buying.... Word of advice, if you are going to make an offer on someone's car, you need to be able to find...

Has anyone driven one? I had a drive in one yesterday and i have to say i was mightily impressed. Steering, handling, and brakes are all very very good. Its not Trophy 'chuckable' on the country roads but i was surprised at how nimble it felt and how much grip there was - especially as its a...

Finally got some pics, they're not great but at least they'll give you an idea. Enjoy . . .

Hello all, sorry it's been a while but all i've been doing is driving, I've put 2000 on the clock in 3 weeks. I had to before anyone starts, I blame tha VW add about "have you ever just gone for a night drive". Anyway putting a new stereo in the car and was wondering if there was anything that...

Still looking thinking of getting a trophy but after having a look around the 197's are only a little more expensive, and newer model therfore less depreciation more warranty and newer model e.t.c. Anyone have any experience witht eh 197 and how it rates to the trophy? Although i suppose the...

One of my favourite video clips. For the driver in us all. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBYR2EYJe_I Patrick :D

I know it's not a Trophy, but I respect & prefer this place to CS tbh. The front PE's on my 182 are well....... shot would be a good word. There is only about 1mm of tread above the wear indicators & I can feel they are past their peak performance. Here lies the dilemma. PE's are roughly...

:?: Hello peeps, i need some advice. I have a rather boring 03 plate renault kangoo van for work which im happy to say will be going at the end of next month. I have wanted a clio for the past 6 years, ever since my brother in law had an old 172. I am torn between a trophy or a black 182? I love...

Have tried searching but not found anything. Has anyone gone to a DC5 from a Trophy? Or vice versa from a DC5 to a Trophy? Am thinking about what i'm going to get next(soon)and i love the DC5 Integra and i want a WHITE car!!!! Have even been thinking about getting the Trophy "Wrapped" in...