Renault Dauphinoise Fourgonnette | 1956 Highlights: – 845 cc four-cylinder engine, petrol, manual transmission – Rebuilt four years ago and used sparingly since – Light blue paintwork with a cream interior – Practical rear load area with twin rear doors – White wheels with chrome bumpers and brightwork The private seller offers for sale this 1956 Renault Dauphinoise Fourgonnette, powered by an 845 cc four-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a manual transmission. It is finished in a soft light blue, with white wheels and chrome bumpers that give this little van a charming period look. The cab features cream upholstered seats, a body-coloured dashboard and a slender white two-spoke steering wheel, while behind the front seats a load area with wooden slatted floor protection is accessed through two rear doors, each with its own window. According to the seller, the vehicle was completely rebuilt four years ago and has been used only sparingly since. The photographs show a tidy engine bay, a neat interior and a consistent finish throughout. The vehicle comes with a valid roadworthiness inspection. The story of this van begins with the Renault Juvaquatre, launched in 1937 as Renault’s answer to the small family cars of Opel and Peugeot, with a modern unitary body and independent front suspension. A light van derivative followed, and after the war the Juvaquatre van became a familiar sight on the roads of France as a delivery vehicle for shopkeepers, craftsmen and tradesmen. In 1956 Renault fitted the estate and van versions with the 845 cc engine of the new Renault Dauphine, and with it came a new name: Dauphinoise. The more modern engine brought extra performance and flexibility, and the Dauphinoise remained in production until 1960, after which the Renault 4 took over its role. With its rounded wings, the vertical-bar grille and the separate headlamps, the Dauphinoise Fourgonnette embodies the charm of French utility vehicles of the 1950s. It is compact, easy to drive and full of character, making it an ideal vehicle for classic car events, as a distinctive promotional vehicle for a business or simply as a delightful addition to a collection. Surviving examples are increasingly hard to find, especially in this presentation. Condition of the bodywork & paint 4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts. Condition of the interior 4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time. Technical condition 4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing. Overall condition 4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time. This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only. We encourage all potential bidders to inspect the vehicle before placing a bid. Please contact us by phone or email to schedule an appointment. All auction cars offered have a reserve price. You have only won the item if the seller accepts your bid. Price changes and errors reserved. The 14-day right of withdrawal does not apply to this auction. This car is currently located in: Central Hungary region, Hungary. This car drives, brakes and shifts. The car has a Hungary registration. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction. The description of this car is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Route 66 Auctions requests a range of detail about the car from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. We strongly advise potential buyers to view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy. Please note that it is not uncommon for classic or collectible cars to have received cosmetic repairs in the past, to rectify damage or refresh appearance, and this work may be hard to see even upon visual inspection. Unless there is an explicit statement by the seller to the contrary, please assume that any vehicle could have had bodywork or paintwork. Photographs may not reflect the exact true colour or exact full condition of the vehicle. It is a bidder’s responsibility to assure themselves of the colour and condition of a vehicle, including its interior and the existence of any remedial bodywork or paintwork, before committing to bid or buy. Read more