# \#renault-5-gt-turbo **URL:** https://turborenault.co.uk/tag/renault-5-gt-turbo/2.md [Latest](https://turborenault.co.uk/latest.md) · [Categories](https://turborenault.co.uk/categories.md) · [Tags](https://turborenault.co.uk/tags.md) --- ## [11 years later silver bullet comes home](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/11-years-later-silver-bullet-comes-home/33314)
**Author:** [@Duncan\_Grier](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/Duncan_Grier)\ **Replies:** 1194\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 10:20pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/11-years-later-silver-bullet-comes-home/33314 "2026-09-21T22:20:30Z")
As a few will remember I had the pleasure of owning this car back in 2005 and sold during the incarnation of the vag powered black 5… …11 years on Chris gave me the opportunity to buy back and talked myself into its jus… --- ## [No luck but bad luck, James5 gtt the story](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/no-luck-but-bad-luck-james5-gtt-the-story/520)
**Author:** [@James5](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/James5)\ **Replies:** 845\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 9:01pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/no-luck-but-bad-luck-james5-gtt-the-story/520 "2026-09-21T21:01:56Z")
9090 --- ## [Big Steve's - Raider](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/big-steves-raider/14525)
**Author:** [@Big\_Steve\_Raider](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/Big_Steve_Raider)\ **Replies:** 150\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2026, 8:02pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/big-steves-raider/14525 "2026-09-20T20:02:33Z")
Realised I didn’t have a thread on here about my Raider :search.gif:so figured I’d start one for those of you who don’t know me? It’s a little bit (in)famous in the UK 5GTT World, I’ll let the pictures do the talking: … --- ## [My C1J Forged build](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/my-c1j-forged-build/15837)
**Author:** [@Fordy](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/Fordy)\ **Replies:** 180\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2026, 9:03pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/my-c1j-forged-build/15837 "2026-07-15T21:03:50Z")
Thought I’d upload photos on here, wont be much fluffy writing just parts and photos Whacked a T28 on my car and run 25psi for a bit needless to say it was very enjoyable but engine that was built 4 years ago didnt like… --- ## [Abandoned in 2003, going for a big save/restoration](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/abandoned-in-2003-going-for-a-big-save-restoration/14919)
**Author:** [@clarky\_gtt](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/clarky_gtt)\ **Replies:** 613\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2026, 6:25pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/abandoned-in-2003-going-for-a-big-save-restoration/14919 "2026-07-04T18:25:47Z")
So my story is that I had a r 5 gtt as my first car when passing my test 15 or so years ago now. I did the usual respray, bodykit and engine mods that were all the rage back then. I loved the car, it’s noises, character… --- ## [Project 5low](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/project-5low/310)
**Author:** [@Norwich\_Nick](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/Norwich_Nick)\ **Replies:** 245\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2026, 11:09am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/project-5low/310 "2026-04-09T11:09:24Z")
So where to begin… I’ve owned this car since the back end of 2001, it started life pearl white, I paid £1000 for it. The engine and mechanics were sound, the paint work on the other hand was shot, perfect as it was alwa… --- ## [The Johnny Mac cup car](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/the-johnny-mac-cup-car/14834)
**Author:** [@Pigsnake](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/Pigsnake)\ **Replies:** 177\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2026, 7:23pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/the-johnny-mac-cup-car/14834 "2026-03-15T19:23:57Z")
Thought I would start a project thread from the beginning. I brought this in a bit of a sorry state , no bonnet, no boot and no ECU plus other various bits. First thing to do was a good clean and polish and … --- ## [Torsion bar thickness](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/torsion-bar-thickness/32534)
**Author:** [@Brigsy](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/Brigsy)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2026, 11:06pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/torsion-bar-thickness/32534 "2026-03-05T23:06:59Z")
Looking for a cheeky upgrade to try on the back of the van and wondering if anything is available out of the renault parts bin. Anybody know the spec of clio 16v, clio williams, 19 16v etc? Bar thickness and length. --- ## [Big Steve Raiders Alpine A290](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/big-steve-raiders-alpine-a290/76124)
**Author:** [@Big\_Steve\_Raider](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/Big_Steve_Raider)\ **Replies:** 71\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2025, 2:59pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/big-steve-raiders-alpine-a290/76124 "2025-12-21T14:59:17Z")
As all of the old skool members know. In September 2023 I had a life changing accident, and lost the use of my right arm. (Traumatic Brachial Plexus Injury) …so my Renault dreams have really taken a hit recently, giv… --- ## [PH1 Pearl](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/ph1-pearl/33792)
**Author:** [@MOS](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/MOS)\ **Replies:** 91\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2025, 2:07pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/ph1-pearl/33792 "2025-03-07T14:07:08Z")
I recently bought a couple 5’s and a lot of goodies for the collection, totally driven by impulse.. My intentions with the car in this thread, is to build a standard’ish road car I can use for hillclimbs and trackdays. … --- ## [Punto GT Manifold for C1J Conversion?](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/punto-gt-manifold-for-c1j-conversion/14408)
**Author:** [@Big\_Steve\_Raider](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/Big_Steve_Raider)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2024, 4:18pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/punto-gt-manifold-for-c1j-conversion/14408 "2024-12-31T16:18:33Z")
Has anyone ever tried offering up a Punto GT inlet manifold to a C1J engine for an EFI conversion rather than having to re-machine the original C1J one? :read.gif: They look similar… --- ## [My little 5](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/my-little-5/32820)
**Author:** [@youngscottie](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/youngscottie)\ **Replies:** 63\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2024, 10:03pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/my-little-5/32820 "2024-11-25T22:03:04Z")
Well thought after lurking for a while it was time to start a little project thread So here’s a little background first to bring yours up to speed I bought my 5 eleven years ago I’d wanted one for years but got into… --- ## [Renault 5 GT Turbo Dimma](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/renault-5-gt-turbo-dimma/60393)
**Author:** [@CobraBHP](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/CobraBHP)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2024, 11:48am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/renault-5-gt-turbo-dimma/60393 "2024-09-19T11:48:14Z")
Renault 5 GT Turbo Dimma Marmite….. Heres a sneak peek of my R5 GTT DIMMA and a very rare bit of 80/90’s Hot Hatch history whether you love it or hate it. No more than 10 officially built and this is one of if not the … --- ## [Renault 5 GT Turbo Dimma for sale](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/renault-5-gt-turbo-dimma-for-sale/60445)
**Author:** [@CobraBHP](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/CobraBHP)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2024, 11:45am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/renault-5-gt-turbo-dimma-for-sale/60445 "2024-09-19T11:45:20Z")
So here’s the finished Renault 5 GT TURBO DIMMA It’ll be featured in Octane Magazine later this year and is on sale now on CollectingCars.com Check is out. https://collectingcars.com/for-sale/1987-renault-5-gt-turbo-3 … --- ## [C1J engine build](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/c1j-engine-build/60370)
**Author:** [@RJH288NHP](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/RJH288NHP)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2024, 4:08pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/c1j-engine-build/60370 "2024-07-12T16:08:13Z")
hi guys ive recently obtained a C1J engine block with the hopes to build it from scratch to eventually put in my R5 this is my first time doing it so im wondering if theres any guides/workbooks on how to assemble the eng… --- ## [Pigsnake's phase 1 GTT](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/pigsnakes-phase-1-gtt/14160)
**Author:** [@Pigsnake](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/Pigsnake)\ **Replies:** 85\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2023, 8:51pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/pigsnakes-phase-1-gtt/14160 "2023-09-30T20:51:50Z")
Well I have done a deal with my cup car and I now have a bit of a project 1986 5 phase 1. I’m Looking forward to getting started on her. Heres a few pics. --- ## [R5GTT Restoration - Off the road since Sept 1998](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/r5gtt-restoration-off-the-road-since-sept-1998/248)
**Author:** [@LowiePete](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/LowiePete)\ **Replies:** 288\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2023, 3:26pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/r5gtt-restoration-off-the-road-since-sept-1998/248 "2023-01-26T15:26:06Z")
Hello Folks, Well, I’ve finally got round to it. Lurking in my garage for the past 15 years, almost to the day is my old R5GTT. It had served me well for several years before I bought myself a brand new Megane Alizé i… --- ## [Turbo 2 rear window](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/turbo-2-rear-window/59565)
**Author:** [@Richardbeaumont](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/Richardbeaumont)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2022, 7:16am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/turbo-2-rear-window/59565 "2022-08-29T07:16:54Z")
Hello, recently discovered an original rear window from a Renault 5 turbo 2 in a clearout. It is in pretty good condition apart from one of the heating element connectors at one side, part of the terminal is still there… --- ## [GT mot'ed](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/gt-moted/33061)
**Author:** [@gordini\_stu](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/gordini_stu)\ **Replies:** 445\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2022, 9:48am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/gt-moted/33061 "2022-08-13T09:48:23Z")
Taxed and MOT and insured GT Turbo ,so she is back on the road . I looked at the mot and only done 200 miles in 5 years , just a few pics . Struggled with the exhaust for MOT . After market back box an… --- ## [Tungy grey o.e gtt](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/tungy-grey-o-e-gtt/14397)
**Author:** [@Brigsy](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/Brigsy)\ **Replies:** 60\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2022, 7:58am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/tungy-grey-o-e-gtt/14397 "2022-08-08T07:58:46Z")
About time i started a new thread for my tungy gtt. Owned it since 2008, put it back to o.e over a couple of years. Just been maintaining and using it occasionally over the years, couple of euro trips super reliable. At… --- ## [Low mileage, 1 previous owner, pearl PH1](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/low-mileage-1-previous-owner-pearl-ph1/33706)
**Author:** [@Swedish\_Chris](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/Swedish_Chris)\ **Replies:** 267\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2022, 6:59pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/low-mileage-1-previous-owner-pearl-ph1/33706 "2022-06-30T18:59:01Z")
I thought I would start a thread about my latest car… Let me set the scene, 8 years ago I was on a driving lesson with a pupil driving and I noticed a lovely ph1 driving in front… I instructed the pupil to follow the ca… --- ## [R5 coilovers??](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/r5-coilovers/59661)
**Author:** [@Renny\_5](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/Renny_5)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2022, 2:11pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/r5-coilovers/59661 "2022-04-29T14:11:38Z")
I’ve been thinking about refreshing my coilovers over winter. I’ve got a R5 campus with a 172 conversion, been running GAZ gha’s and 250lbs springs and it’s pretty bouncy sometimes no matter what damping setting I use. I… --- ## [The Lecar 2 Turbo](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/the-lecar-2-turbo/54)
**Author:** [@Adey](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/Adey)\ **Replies:** 321\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2022, 9:50pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/the-lecar-2-turbo/54 "2022-02-19T21:50:44Z")
So back in july august of 2013 i saw sparkie had his car up for sale. My mrs had just flown off to the states for a month so the day after she left i headed up to sparkies and collected the wee beast. She was a super cle… --- ## [Carb Rebuild](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/carb-rebuild/14716)
**Author:** [@Mark\_Davis](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/Mark_Davis)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2022, 5:58pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/carb-rebuild/14716 "2022-01-31T17:58:25Z")
Evening all, is there anyone on here who would clean and refurbish a carb for me ? I have a spare carb and a rebuild kit I just need someone who is experienced and has done it before. I’d probably muck it up. I’d be happ… --- ## [Big Steve's "ST Cup" Car](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/big-steves-st-cup-car/14677)
**Author:** [@Big\_Steve\_Raider](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/Big_Steve_Raider)\ **Replies:** 171\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2022, 8:29pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/big-steves-st-cup-car/14677 "2022-01-06T20:29:44Z")
Due to some recent changes in circumstances (which I’ll go into later… :wink: ) I thought it was time I started a thread about my Cup Car, that’s known affectionately as T-Cup by many old hands. Now under my ownership, I… --- ## [Silver 1989 GTT](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/silver-1989-gtt/15001)
**Author:** [@FSP](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/FSP)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2021, 7:34pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/silver-1989-gtt/15001 "2021-12-21T19:34:15Z")
Bought this 5 about 6 years ago. Havent done much kms in it since :slight\_smile: First picts of car at home: --- ## [Pink GT Turbo Restoration](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/pink-gt-turbo-restoration/14696)
**Author:** [@richw](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/richw)\ **Replies:** 67\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2021, 8:40pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/pink-gt-turbo-restoration/14696 "2021-04-27T20:40:47Z")
Hi All, Having grown up watching these things rule the mean suburbs of Plymouth I have just got myself a fairly knackered GT Turbo to get running and slowly restore to the awesome machine it should be. It’s this one: E… --- ## [Plip Progamming](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/plip-progamming/15537)
**Author:** [@gtmatt](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/gtmatt)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2021, 11:52am UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/plip-progamming/15537 "2021-01-31T11:52:31Z")
Ok few questions Clio Mk 1 Renault 5s old plip programming , do you need the matching I.R in the car to the Plip ?? Or is there some way of programming these up ?? These cars were pre immobiliser so I thought you … --- ## [Trophy / Cobalt blue 5](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/trophy-cobalt-blue-5/408)
**Author:** [@davemaygtt](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/davemaygtt)\ **Replies:** 129\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2021, 10:00pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/trophy-cobalt-blue-5/408 "2021-01-24T22:00:43Z")
Hi there guys. Thought I would put a few pics up of my 5 and what has happened to it over the years. To briefly describe, I brought it 8 years ago as a rotten tungy grey with a newly rebuilt engine and set to sorting the… --- ## [Saving Another 5](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/saving-another-5/11677)
**Author:** [@j\_carter](https://turborenault.co.uk/u/j_carter)\ **Replies:** 262\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2020, 4:46pm UTC](https://turborenault.co.uk/t/saving-another-5/11677 "2020-11-25T16:46:15Z")
Hi All, Seen alot of members on here from another well known renault turbo club so thought i would sign up and show you my project. Copied and pasted from said other forum. firstly a bit of background on myself. Some… [Next page](https://turborenault.co.uk/tag/renault-5-gt-turbo/2.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=renault-5-gt-turbo)