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Renault Megane R26.R

£29,950

50,900 miles
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2009
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6sp manual
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2.0L inline four turbocharged
Renault Megane R26.R
Renault Megane R26.R
Renault Megane R26.R

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Service History

2009 R26.R in Gris Makaha / Nimbus Grey
50,900 miles
Full service history
12 months MOT
RS tuning remap to circa 260bhp
Milltek exhaust system
Four brand new Toyo R888 tyres
Bluetooth head unit with satellite navigation
Uprated front discs
Additional pair of 18" alloy wheels and tyres
All three keys present
Four previous keepers.

Presenting our 2009 Renaultsport Megane R26.R in the rare colour combination of Gris Makaha / Nimbus Grey - one of only a handful in the UK.

When launched in 2009, the R26.R moved the goalposts for an already title-contending hot hatch so far over to the extreme end of the spectrum that it started appearing in comparison tests with dedicated, ground-up sports cars from the likes of Lotus and Caterham. Motoring publications tripped over themselves to praise it, mentioning its handling dexterity in the same sentences as the DC2 Integra Type-R… Some journalists even went as far as saying it was superior.

A hardcore diet of 123kg, revised spring rates and dampers, plus super sticky, semi-slick tyres, gave the Megane a lick of speed no hot hatch has any right to possess down a twisting road or around a racetrack. A scorching Nürburgring lap record of just 8:17 underlined the car's pace and ability.

This example has been specified with climate control and stereo, and it has since been fitted with a discreet aftermarket Pioneer infotainment system with satellite navigation and Bluetooth connectivity. The 18-inch alloys are wrapped in a brand new set of OEM-spec Toyo R888 tyres, and the sale also includes two spare wheels and tyres making it ideal for the track-day enthusiast.

Mechanically the car is in rude health with a full service history with the latest service carried out by ourselves ready for the new owner. Full details are listed below. Cosmetically, the car carries some mild ‘track patina’ but nothing to warrant concern. Video walkarounds are available on request.

Light modifications enhance performance: Milltek stainless exhaust, short‑shift linkage, two‑piece front brake discs, and an RS Tuning remap lifting output reliably to around 260 bhp. A dyno printout, MOT certificates and service receipts are all included, as are all three keys.

But what matters about the R26.R is not the numbers, it's the driving. As the harnesses bite down, you immediately feel utterly connected to the machine, as if you’ve become a stressed member of the chassis. This completely re-frames your mindset. Every corner becomes a challenge to clip the precise apex and put fresh air between the inside rear wheel and road surface.

The limited‑slip differential is a highlight – subtle in your hands yet fierce at corner exit. Lean hard on the brakes in tight bends and trail‑braking becomes second nature. Fast‑corner entry is confidence‑inspiring, staying neutral and predictable – even on the limit of adhesion.

You can feel every penny invested by Renault in this car: the expense in each and every modification and what it brings to the party. The R26.R is a full sensory experience: plexiglass windows buzzing, exhaust resonating and semi‑slicks flinging stones like buckshot. It's a reminder of an analogue era increasingly rare today.

In the end, only 364 of the planned 450 production run were bolted together. Renault UK was bold in reserving 230 of that original allocation but, when the curtain fell, only 159 travelled across the Channel.

With such critical acclaim and rarity, the R26.R is a sure-fire future classic and prices are already climbing. Our subtle Nimbus Grey example is a worthy addition to any collection or to be used as intended.

Book a private viewing now at our Berwick-upon-Tweed showroom. Part exchange accommodated, finance can be arranged. A separate desirable R26 private plate is available on negotiation.

Opposite Stock - your destination for handpicked modern classics.

Delivery 05/03/09
19/01/10 - 11138 miles
07/09/10 - 15129 miles
18/08/11 - 17262 miles
10/09/12 - 20168 miles
05/02/13 - 22511 miles
18/03/14 - 27344 miles
27/03/15 - 29440 miles
21/03/16 - 36402 miles (belts)
30/03/17 - 41697 miles
20/03/18 - 46184 miles
22/03/19 - 47658 miles
10/06/20 - 47658 miles
29/05/21 - 48291 miles (belts)
08/10/22 - 49748 miles
08/07/25 - 51900 miles

Specification Highlights

2009 R26.R in Gris Makaha / Nimbus Grey
50,900 miles
Full service history
12 months MOT
RS tuning remap to circa 260bhp
Milltek exhaust system
Four brand new Toyo R888 tyres
Bluetooth head unit with satellite navigation
Uprated front discs
Additional pair of 18" alloy wheels and tyres
All three keys present
Four previous keepers.

Presenting our 2009 Renaultsport Megane R26.R in the rare colour combination of Gris Makaha / Nimbus Grey - one of only a handful in the UK.

When launched in 2009, the R26.R moved the goalposts for an already title-contending hot hatch so far over to the extreme end of the spectrum that it started appearing in comparison tests with dedicated, ground-up sports cars from the likes of Lotus and Caterham. Motoring publications tripped over themselves to praise it, mentioning its handling dexterity in the same sentences as the DC2 Integra Type-R… Some journalists even went as far as saying it was superior.

A hardcore diet of 123kg, revised spring rates and dampers, plus super sticky, semi-slick tyres, gave the Megane a lick of speed no hot hatch has any right to possess down a twisting road or around a racetrack. A scorching Nürburgring lap record of just 8:17 underlined the car's pace and ability.

This example has been specified with climate control and stereo, and it has since been fitted with a discreet aftermarket Pioneer infotainment system with satellite navigation and Bluetooth connectivity. The 18-inch alloys are wrapped in a brand new set of OEM-spec Toyo R888 tyres, and the sale also includes two spare wheels and tyres making it ideal for the track-day enthusiast.

Mechanically the car is in rude health with a full service history with the latest service carried out by ourselves ready for the new owner. Full details are listed below. Cosmetically, the car carries some mild ‘track patina’ but nothing to warrant concern. Video walkarounds are available on request.

Light modifications enhance performance: Milltek stainless exhaust, short‑shift linkage, two‑piece front brake discs, and an RS Tuning remap lifting output reliably to around 260 bhp. A dyno printout, MOT certificates and service receipts are all included, as are all three keys.

But what matters about the R26.R is not the numbers, it's the driving. As the harnesses bite down, you immediately feel utterly connected to the machine, as if you’ve become a stressed member of the chassis. This completely re-frames your mindset. Every corner becomes a challenge to clip the precise apex and put fresh air between the inside rear wheel and road surface.

The limited‑slip differential is a highlight – subtle in your hands yet fierce at corner exit. Lean hard on the brakes in tight bends and trail‑braking becomes second nature. Fast‑corner entry is confidence‑inspiring, staying neutral and predictable – even on the limit of adhesion.

You can feel every penny invested by Renault in this car: the expense in each and every modification and what it brings to the party. The R26.R is a full sensory experience: plexiglass windows buzzing, exhaust resonating and semi‑slicks flinging stones like buckshot. It's a reminder of an analogue era increasingly rare today.

In the end, only 364 of the planned 450 production run were bolted together. Renault UK was bold in reserving 230 of that original allocation but, when the curtain fell, only 159 travelled across the Channel.

With such critical acclaim and rarity, the R26.R is a sure-fire future classic and prices are already climbing. Our subtle Nimbus Grey example is a worthy addition to any collection or to be used as intended.

Book a private viewing now at our Berwick-upon-Tweed showroom. Part exchange accommodated, finance can be arranged. A separate desirable R26 private plate is available on negotiation.

Opposite Stock - your destination for handpicked modern classics.

Service History

Delivery 05/03/09
19/01/10 - 11138 miles
07/09/10 - 15129 miles
18/08/11 - 17262 miles
10/09/12 - 20168 miles
05/02/13 - 22511 miles
18/03/14 - 27344 miles
27/03/15 - 29440 miles
21/03/16 - 36402 miles (belts)
30/03/17 - 41697 miles
20/03/18 - 46184 miles
22/03/19 - 47658 miles
10/06/20 - 47658 miles
29/05/21 - 48291 miles (belts)
08/10/22 - 49748 miles
08/07/25 - 51900 miles

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Renault Megane R26.R

£29,950

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Renault Megane R26.R

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 Mileage
50,900 miles

Renault Megane R26.R

 Year of manufacture
2009
 Previous owners
Four previous keepers
 Transmission
6sp manual
 Engine
2.0L inline four turbocharged
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