Renault Megane, 2011, Turku

Renault Megane III Grandtour 1.5 dCi – 302,000 km on the clock, so it can’t be that bad

For sale: a proper and honest Renault Megane III Grandtour, reg. FKF-648.
A diesel Renault registered in 2011 with 302,000 km on the odometer – and precisely for that reason this is the best possible advert for the car.

Let’s think logically for a moment:
if the car were truly bad, it wouldn’t have managed 302,000 km.
This example has therefore practically already proven its purpose.

Under the bonnet sits the legendary 1.5 dCi (81 kW / 110 hp), an economical diesel known for low consumption and durability. This engine has been such a successful package that related technology has been seen in “fancier brands” SUCH AS MB – so the engineer clearly hit the right spot at some point.

Specifically, a replacement engine was fitted at 283,844 km because a workshop error caused the engine to fail during a timing-head repair – the second engine has had the entire timing set, water pump and tensioners replaced and serviced; receipts are available. The air conditioning has also been serviced and works well.

Basic details:

• Make / model: Renault Megane III Grandtour (KZ0/1)

• Registration number: FKF-648

• VIN: VF1KZ090E44483453

• Registered: 04 March 2011

• Engine: 1.5 dCi

• Engine codes: K9K 836; K9K 846; K9K 837; K9K 636; K9K 656; K9K 657

• Fuel: Diesel

• Cylinders: 4

• Displacement: 1,461 cm3

• Power: 81 kW / 110 hp

• Mileage: 302,000 km

Pros:

• Proven mileage – not just a claim but a lifetime of use

• Economical diesel

• Estate body: carries more than a hatchback and gives fewer excuses

• Not priced like a new car and without new-car nerves

Summary:
If you’re looking for a car that just is what it is, this is a good option.
302,000 km in this case is a merit, not a mark of shame.
To be frank:
a car that has covered this much simply cannot be hopeless.