IT TOOK ONE YEAR TO FIX THIS CHEAP £300 RENAULT MEGANE!

[@DamienCalnon-uq7zj]

Very reliable car - simply used for commuting. Pandemic stopped the commute and that's why the mileage per annum dropped. I did have it serviced a lot and this helped. Never really used it for family outings and that is why the seats and interior survived. The little kink in the boot is my fault- an argument with a skip on my drive. By the way, you found that sweet I lost ages ago! Great video and pleased what you have done with the car. PS very happy with the Clio you sold me. Cheers!

[@skodakatie7341]

It may have taken a year, but that must be one of the best looking, and mechanically sound 2007 Renault Megans around. As always great content Matt, I enjoyed watching it❤.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks!

[@blankpotocnik97]

I'm still tracking our 2003 Megane II. We sold it in 2008 and thing is still driving around. I'm impressed.

[@antonycharnock2993]

I had an early 2004 Megane Dynamique. It had 167,000 miles on it when I sold it to the local scrappers for £50 in 2016. There was nothing actually wrong with it just very tired. I'd kept it well maintained for the 8 years I had it with some warranty work on the 1.6vvt engine when I first bought it. Only gremlins I had was the sunroof never worked(not too bothered about that) and the doors were full of water where the seals had failed. It was still on the road last time I checked. I've had 4 cars since.

[@Theoriginalbigbrillo]

@@antonycharnock2993 All Meganes probably 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 One born every minute as they say...........................

[@damirbajic4579]

1 year later had me in tears. You went from used car genius to pure comedy in matter of weeks. 😂😂😂

[@robblack7560]

Did you hear about the Irishman, his sister had two brothers and he had only one.

[@damirbajic4579]

@@robblack7560 Yeah, he had one brother one sister...

[@MemskiBobSki]

Saved a scrapper. A decent runaround on a budget. 💯

[@mrlister2000]

I had a 2004 mark 2 Scenic, and the oil rings finally let go at 203k miles! I owned the car from 18mths old until 2017. Apart from a turbo pipe, which Renault failed to replace under warranty, instead they decided to put a jubilee clip around the hose to close the split! Which several years later failed so I replaced it myself, and the EGR failing at 70k, everything else was original on the car! Original turbo, clutch, injectors, alternator, all lasted 203K! I absolutely loved that car, and after driving around in a Kia Sedona for 6 years, I recently purchased a mark 3 Grand Scenic! 148k currently on the clock and the 1.5 diesel engine purrs, giving me around 40mpg. This one has a few issues because the previous owner didn't look after it, but I paid £1500 and have sorted the issues myself, so can't complain!

[@liam1287]

Watching this is bringing back so many memories, I learned to drive in a diesel one of these in that era. My driving instructor’s son was my best mate at the time, so also used it as his first car. Can remember him picking me up for nights out and me holding him at the traffic lights using the dual controls 😂 Great times, and another great video Matt, keep em coming! 👏👏👏

[@Dazzaisaac]

I owned two of these back in the early 2000s. Loved them. Both 1.5 diesel and yes both had issues the drivers window. I am also one of those people that bought a Arkana and love it.

[@pug2052]

Somebody has to buy them I suppose

[@Dazzaisaac]

@@pug2052 had more issues with my VW and my Vauxhall than I did with my Renaults.

[@dpayne8611]

@@Dazzaisaac Not surprised, Renaults are so underrated cars. Cheapest car u could ever own

[@pug2052]

I’m sure you did

[@bennygustafsson9580]

The Arkana is really a southkorean Samsung....

[@sanatandharma4435]

French cars really are a strange mix of average quality, dependability and being a work horse! My Grand Scenic 3 has had a few issues but i still like it! It has never let us down charging around Spain and is a beautiful shape as well. It's comfortable and economical. Yes, i would love a Range Rover, but can't afford to run one. So i'm happy with my quirky french car!

[@rau95-n1s]

Ran one of the very earliest 03 plate Meganes like this with a 1.9dCi for a while in around 2015 or so. Mechanically faultless and drove so well, so comfortably. Electrics were a tiny bit possessed (the early keyless entry was temperamental etc) but nothing particularly fatal, really enjoyed it. Not had a Renault since but have one on order so looking forward to returning!

[@lukemallory7832]

You really have to give Renault some credit for designing such an interesting-looking car. I mean you see a Megane and you don't think 'oh look a BMW'. You know it's a Renault. I can't tell new cars apart, BMW included.

[@MrVexedviper]

Those last 5 minutes were absolutely edge of the seat viewing.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Hahaha that was a mistake. On the brightside, you didnt have to look at a Renault Megane

[@samtaylor9452]

How time flys when you are not having fun.... Great to see you have saved another car Matt and looks like a nice little run around. Always good to see you have some profit as well, after your enthusiasm & hard work. We all like a happy ending. 😊

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks 👍

[@crawfordg]

Hi Matt It is stating the obvious but, you, the magician, the valeters and Mike and the Mechanics. What a team great video as usual. Regards Crawford

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks!

[@bluefish2303]

We need an episode/ mini-series where we follow the work of the whole team. You've done SPR so let's go!

[@crawfordg]

It could well be a winner if they agree to the publicity@@bluefish2303

[@AFP557]

Paint looks absolutely stunning. Seems like a decent, safe and efficient runabout.

[@Jackley.32]

I don't own a car. I have never owned a car. I probably never will own a car. But I love your videos! If I can find a video of a £300 Megane entertaining and interesting then that is credit to you, Matt. Great channel.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thank you. That’s very kind of you. All the best

[@youzernejm]

My brother got a really nice 2004 1.9 dci some years back, drove it for a while before it ended as a workhorse in the family company. It worked without too many (mostly company-car related) issues until a worker collided with an oncoming bus. The car was totalled, but the 19 year old chassis and airbags did their job. He broke a few ribs and got quite bruised all over - but not only did he survive, in fact he didn't get any really serious injuries. While I quite liked it before, now I genuinely respect this car.

[@anthonyxuereb792]

A friend bought a Renault 15 (years ago bfore airbags and the like)) for his father who was then involved in a nasty car accident in it. His father was okay, but the car was totalled!

[@Dan23_7]

The humble little Clio mk 2 has an NCAP 5 rating. I had one for 3 1/2 years, I loved it. 1.5 dci, £30 annual tax and 55-60mpg urban !!!! I don’t know why I got rid 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@antonycharnock2993]

It was one of the safest family cars when it came out in 2003. It was featured on Top Gear.

[@nickgoode8579]

Renault were world leading in safety back then.. The Clio was the first small car to get a 5 star ncap rating.

[@youzernejm]

@@nickgoode8579 wasn't Laguna the first one?

[@Admaishaafi]

It’s always a pleasant evening when high peak Autos uploads. Thanks Matt.

[@mrmeg01]

Iv just realised why i enjoy your videos so much. No adverts brilliant

[@DraftySatyr]

Well, apart from the obvious Car Vertical one, of course. And the embedded one for High Peak Autos ...

[@davidsewell3745]

Great video again Matt, I had a red 2008 3 door 1.5 diesel one of these and I loved it, great car to drive and never failed to start even with 150k on it

[@b.2221]

Nothing deters you no matter what the budget , and another must watch from the man with the Magane.

[@michaelcliffe562]

The best thing about Renault from the mid 90s onward is that they are absolutly rust proof. That should be the gold standard for ANY modern car!

[@BURP39R]

I love when you spot other cars and make a compliment or rip them. Although I'm not in cars the business I'm in has me making comments as I drive along.

[@robsmith1a]

I bought a Mégane CC new in 2007 from a car supermarket at a £6k discount, had it ten years, it never went wrong and the convertible roof didn't leak either. A bit soft to drive compared to an EOS but I really liked it.

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thats impressive

[@urossamec5817]

One either love them or hate them, it is such a car. I love them, they are one of the most beautiful, original looking cars. I realy do not understand your critics, since I know quite a few people Who owned them and they were flawless. But they need regular service.

[@ashleychurnside2245]

I've got a 2006 1.6 Karmann CC bought it from a garage in Blackburn for 1200 quid 7 years ago,Exported to France in 7 years it's had two cam belts rear wheel bearings and shocks total servicing around 1800 quid not bad over 7 years oh and the power roof works well enjoying the sunshine in the south of france-keep it serviced and it will reward you.

[@Theoriginalbigbrillo]

Matt oldest trick in the book is the old-stamped service history 🤔 Them old service books are printed symetrically , so when the stamp is still wet , simply fold the page over gently apply pressure for a minute or so , and Voilà (pardon the pun) you're serviced for the next year, simply byro the rest 🤭🤭 Old Skhool (Dodgy garages) trick budd....................

[@TheRg191]

I haven’t watched the video yet but I already know this will be a nail, my mate had an 06, the electric windows would lower on their own in the rain and the fuses and relays would blow, that was the tip of the ice berg, absolute nail.

[@steveegginton535]

Well this one turned out better than the last french car on the channel! Looked very presentable after you had finished with it and for the money it should be gone by Christmas only a year late!

[@johng7304]

I like the 5 minute review at the end of the black car you filmed at night 😂

[@Sam-gw5pl]

I had one of these in ‘champagne gold’ diesel, for 5 years 2012-17. Was reliable must say.

[@anb2456]

classic video, Matt, I absolutely love the stories of these little cars. now it looks magnificent!

[@Captainslinkys]

Couldn’t open the boot. Was expecting a “ you’ll never guess what my mechanic found in the boot, a body!” On the follow up video!😂

[@ohrsome]

Loved the subtle Alan partridge reference to a megane being underpowered driving up hill.

[@Sportage5603]

Overtaking national express coaches becomes a long drawn out affair

[@mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm420]

'Overtaking National Express coaches car become a long, drawn-out affair'

[@robblack7560]

This applies to EVERY car in Northern Ireland where average mileage is 6,000 per year. I sold my 2008 MX5 with 32,000 miles which was considered "high". The amount of cars being sent over to Scotland/England is immense as our UK registration numbers are "dateless".

[@andrewmooreandrewrmoore7615]

I think the salesman was pulling your chain. Tell him to get knotted or go to the mainland for your next car. Make it part of a small break and the wife will love it lol.

[@richardphillips3303]

What a roller coaster of a story! At 18 seconds I thought that you'd wasted £300 but then the high of a well serviced car. At 12 monthslater you had me on the edge of my seat and then selling for 2k...the life of a wheeler dealer 😊😅

[@russfoggan4092]

Matt in your wisdom as a dealer (a dealer we trust) can you do an update on Range Rover prices or have they not changed where you are?

[@johnquinn3223]

George Rhodes was a Renault dealer back in the 80s/90s. Became just a specialist a bit later on

[@RV77JON4H]

What a relief to be back on this channel. Just watched another one for a specific review and got right teasy with all the perfectly ironed shirt and chinos presenter bs. Soul-less. Back here and it's like that first pint! Ace.

[@alanwayte432]

In 2003 i joined a small start up business, I went from a Mercedes E class to a 1.6 Megane, I had it for a year and was honestly I with the design and build quality, not a bad little car ..

[@originalchill]

Time flies and hopefully this tidy little car will fly off your forecourt 😉😀

[@robgibbsofficial]

Good work, Matt! Enjoyable video. Renault "Aqua"

[@jdmguy44]

I had a Saturday job as a student twenty odd years ago working for a well known car dealers rental division. These Megane's were plentiful on the fleet. I quite liked them. They drove well enough and were well equipped and comfortable but more than anything had a distinctive look especially at the time in the early noughties when many car designs were a bit bland and jelly mouldy. Even today I still think they look tidy.

[@paulsheehan2998]

This is the best advert for Jimmy the magician ever Can't believe it's the same car 290 quid is fantastic

[@Steve_Hallett]

I'd have that all day long over the Juke that was parked next to it. Looked OK in the end. Good work.

[@jamesrobinson9194]

I'd rather stab myself with a rusty nail than have a puke

[@pauldavies6037]

He doesn't look a day older but the car looks three years younger well saved sir

[@Robhalifax]

I've had 3 of these. Once the usual issues are sorted out they're reliable run abouts. If you have an older one and its ok the chances are the electrics and water ingress have already been sorted.

[@darwinrover]

Dodgy windows on the Renaults is the TEMIC unit, small module that controls the windows, VERY common for them to go especially in the damp

[@md-detailing]

The story from the carwash made me laugh xD I would do the same ahahahaha. Great video and work as always Matt :D

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks! 😁

[@robblack7560]

Still loving your "same day MOT". Here in Northern Ireland the earliest date I can get is April 2nd. I can drive the car without police intervention but in an accident, the insurance Company will look for the smallest fault to decline, then the police move in.

[@roadwarrior8560]

You'll be getting you NCT like the rest of us soon enough, long wait for it too.

[@robblack7560]

what's NCT?

[@rubrown1397]

​@robblack7560 the Irish version of the MOT

[@robblack7560]

We live in British Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. Please, this is not a political forum, the Republic of Ireland is a foreign Country outside the UK.

[@robblack7560]

Where's Ireland?

[@Haydennn907]

You never miss with these videos, you always keep it entertaining, keep it up or else. 😂

[@megat3d561]

Throughout watching your videos Matt one thing I can't agree on, is steering wheel covers. I prefer to have one as the wheel in my superb feels too thin for my big clams. Just prefer the chunky feeling tbh. At least mine is tastefully black leather though.

[@CatBroiler]

Oh wow, a Megane. I forgot these existed tbh, it's just been quite a few years since I've seen one. They used to be quite common, but I guess most of them fell apart and were scrapped.

You must live on the moon. These and for some reason mk2 Clios are incredibly prevalent still on our roads. Good cars.

[@CTR_1986]

A mate of mine had one like this but a 1.6 Petrol. Engine was reliable and it was abused in being used for all the stuff moving house entails. £750 with 70k on but this was 7 years ago. Only modification was the rubber seals on the windows are too short on the front doors and it kept blowing the motor from water no doubt getting in. Took the door cards off and lined the frame with Damp Proof Course and they never went again 😂

[@MrSparklespring]

I think the quality (and the looks) went down after its predecessor the Renault 19. I had a 19 diesel in the beginning of the nineties, pretty decent car. Greetings from Belgium.

[@Brian-om2hh]

For it's age it's a tidy respectable conveyance.. I'm waiting to see how many of the windows work.... Decent service record (good sign).

[@davidbillberg2203]

Got worried there for a second! Great video!

[@M111OVD]

I don't know if I believe you Matt when you say you put the new plates on yourself... I need to see you doing the touch ups, putting the mats in and fixing the plates yourself!

[@autobahnproven]

Wouldn't the radio station be the one your delivery driver was listening to?

[@ianputt2045]

Nice car I had one for about three years very reliable I liked the Renault commercial advert shacking that arse 😂

[@newbeginnings8566]

A fair deal for anyone .. well done...

[@doubleumyers]

Loved the last 5 minutes 👍

[@davek7256]

I thought the first video was done this week when I saw the snow on the video and I was scratching my head to think how you’d turned it around so fast….then the “last year” bombshell was dropped! 😅 Got to say though I’d looked mint once it was all finished. Always thought they were a great looking car and comfortable to drive. Make someone a good runabout. Another one saved from the scrappers! Nice work even if it did take some time to complete!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Haha it was nice the weather was exactly the same

[@kmg1491]

I had a 1.9dci 3 door in this model it was a fun little car

[@henrykravitz468]

I am really glad you saved another one Matt. Great video as always

[@HighPeakAutos]

Thanks

[@turnercraig9953]

Absolutely brilliant video! Another great save for an older car! Love that shape Megane too and like you thought it would be a 1.5dci

[@allosaurusfragilis7782]

Its now cheaper to fix your old car than buy a new one...or nearly new, or even lease one for 3 years. The prices have gone crazy, just when everyone is feeling the cost of living crisis. You dont see many half decent cars for less than about 3k now. Triple what it used to be

[@HighPeakAutos]

I don’t think that’s such a bad thing; we should repair things and save things rather than just throw them away

[@bluefish2303]

That's exactly the mantra and ethos we should all subscribe to. A friend of mine is the ultimate in prolonging the life of old 'stuff'; to give you an idea he runs a 12 reg Touran that he bought from an auction and the mileage is north of 250k. He does a LOT of business and personal miles!!

[@allosaurusfragilis7782]

​@@bluefish2303 yes I'm following this mantra....out of necessity! At least I get satisfaction out of using something till it's worn out. Boots, jeans or a car....they will be full of holes, before I'm done!

[@paultasker7788]

On the plus side that hiddeous steering wheel cover means the wheel should have less wear on it for it's mileage.

[@goose4150]

I like these final 15 minutes of nothingness 😂

[@rogerjsy]

i owned one of these several years ago ,and i used to hire them when my ex wife and i had a house in denia Spain , i actually thought they were decent cars and they drove really well for what they are .. even if the rear end is ugly as hell..lol

[@ant647448336]

I'm late to these videos at the moment, being on holiday in Japan. Hope you're keeping well!

[@HighPeakAutos]

Are you having a nice time?

[@FeeneyStephen]

Nicely done. Great number plates.😇

[@c11yan]

Missed a good pun… I normally park somewhere scenic but I’m in a Megane

[@we-are-electric1445]

Hey Hey Hey A Megane on the channel. About time. Gives me a warm feeling on a freezing cold night in Manchester. £460 quid for four spark plugs and two ABS sensors ? I think they saw you coming ! The sensors are about a tenner each and the plugs a tenner for four. The sensors don't even bolt on - they clip on.

[@snapdragogon69]

A year's storage too.

[@bloodshark124_]

Love these video man😁

[@neilharding4662]

Bone to pick with you, I have a Motabailty Arkana, Great care so there.

[@julianheritage6436]

“The boot will be like an aquarium”, classic line 😅

[@alancobbin]

My ex had a Megane 07 Extreme,weren’t a bad car really but then again it was only 2 years old👍😉💪

[@HA05GER]

Im impressed the keys work ok lots if em go wrong we had a grand scenic for smashing up the green lanes and had to jam a butter knife in with the key to start it 😂

[@HighPeakAutos]

😂 I’ve had that before. A customer traded one in once with a bent key and a fork

[@HA05GER]

@@HighPeakAutos brilliant 😂😂

[@christopherheritage5651]

I love the fact you're always so proud you put the reg plates on 😂😂

[@jonathonbrett-qn1ic]

Hope you get the profit you deserve Excellent video as always Thank you :)

[@petersmitham8273]

And the clutch still squeaks 😂❤

[@huwd2292]

Another brilliant story, is there anywhere else on the internet (or indeed the planet) which celebrates the rescue of a 1.4 07 Megane? Shakin’ that ass 🎶

[@HighPeakAutos]

Hahaha I dont think there is

[@robertdemeny251]

I'm not a fan of french cars. However the Avantime styled Renault Mégane is actually a great looking car and the Renault engines is quite solid. The inside though is rather puritanical.

[@nomdeplume798]

Thank you for your patience? I've retired since you started this video

[@HighPeakAutos]

Hahahah

[@BURP39R]

Finally someone gave a shit about a car. Worst thing is, giving a shit gets you nothing back as a private seller. *Sad and happy emoji

[@hyraxhd3011]

A bit later tonight but glad of the upload. Gonna be an interesting one :D

[@darrencolvin]

Oi! I just bought an Arkana _ great car.

[@luckynomtshwe3352]

I love that car i dnt wanna lie. I had one and i never had enough of it....

[@kevincroft9848]

Nice one Matt. Not a bad profit pretty good car for someone Kevin

[@DurbanBoy1998]

loved it! thanks Matt

[@danielalexander8588]

I laughed out loud when you put the radio on to learn more about the previous owners, only to say they were deaf for listening to Radio 2 a bit loud!

[@und4287]

I find it funny how Renault apparently decided that their diamond logo wasn't recognizable enough, so they added an extra badge that says "RENAULT" to the corner of the hatch on the facelift models.

[@steveastin2684]

I've got a mk 3 that I bought 3 years ago Meganes aren't perfect but overall mines been utterly reliable covered around 25k in 3 years mostly short heavy traffic journeys and the only thing it's cost me is service tyres etc, the only electric fail has been a light bulb and while it's not the most interesting drive it's done everything I've asked of it second most reliable car I've owned besides a Chevy spark... don't judge me 😂

[@andrewmooreandrewrmoore7615]

Fine taste in cars there!!???

[@steveastin2684]

@@andrewmooreandrewrmoore7615 I SAID NO JUDGING 🤣🤣🤣

[@andrewmooreandrewrmoore7615]

@@steveastin2684 😄😄😄😄

[@stormtrooper9404]

Fun fact: Spark is one of the most if not most reliable small car ever produced! It predecessors Matiz and Tico were also stubbornly reliable cars and earned a reputation for Daewoo! They can still be seen where I live as a taxi cars. Most with >500 000km! Its like normal for those cars to reach 1mil km without major issues..

[@adammcallister2260]

I’m sure I’ll have seen this car. The sticker in the front window when you bought it was issued to staff members of The AA and I think only the former Cheadle office. Given how well I know that car park and the people that drive in it, how that car is in 1 piece is nothing short of a miracle.

[@BenjaminGoose]

My Megane II 2006 1.5 dci had the same issues with one of the windows and the boot switch, but otherwise it's been really reliable.

[@livc444111]

Bought a Clio of that era back in 2010, kept it four years and only a couple of issues. This was followed up by a Laguna, kept that 8 years, no issues whatsoever apart from wear/tear. Say what you want about Renaults I know what I'm buying next time around

[@adriansweet3359]

Cheap runabouts will always sell less outlay to depreciate ££ keep your great videos coming

[@HighPeakAutos]

Very true

[@farghamahmad187]

Hi, can you please review a Renault fluence. Thanks

[@eddiej1980]

14:00 is one of the main reasons i watch these videos. “Who would buy a Renault Arkana” Said purchasers watching these videos 😂. The cars some people buy will always baffle me.