Everyone knew the Butch Cassidy star was a car enthusiast, but this? In 1988, Paul Newman bought a Volvo 740 Turbo—only to swap out its modest four-cylinder engine for a 3.8L turbocharged V6 from a Buick Regal GNX. The result? A power jump from 154 to 300 horsepower. But Newman didn’t stop there—he replaced the stock transmission with a five-speed Borg-Warner manual and added an “Aero” style body kit. This one-of-a-kind Volvo, built to his exact taste, recently sold for $80,000—not an unreasonable price when you consider the legend behind it.
Buying or selling a luxury car should always be a source of excitement, never a constraint. However, the reality is often made up of tedious administrative procedures, endless searches, and uncertainties around the condition or history of a vehicle. It is precisely to eliminate these obstacles that Carsup designed its trading service: a fluid, comprehensive and rigorous support, where every detail is taken care of.
But what could have happened to the management of Renault? A few years ago, the diamond brand did not hesitate to do a few crazy things, especially with its Renault Sport branch. We could mention, among others, the R5 Turbo, R8 Gordini, R8 Gordini, Renault Spider, Clio V6, Renault RS 01 and much more! But since the suspension of the sports branch in favor of Alpine, Renault seemed to rather be heading for a 100% electric future by focusing on city cars and SUVs as standard. It seems that the brand likes to surprise us, which reveals a car straight out of video games: the R5 Turbo 3E.
At Carsup, we are convinced that an exceptional car deserves to be experienced to the fullest, without constraints or compromises. This is why we have developed a tailor-made transport service, designed to allow you to enjoy your car, wherever you are. Whether it's a weekend in Provence, a rally in the Alps or an event abroad, your car follows you. And it's waiting for you, ready, at the location of your choice.
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