2015 Renaultsport Megane RS 275 Trophy-R

KEY FACTS

• This Renaultsport Megane RS 275 Trophy-R is a powerful track-focused hot hatch.
• Under the bonnet sits a turbocharged 2.0-litre inline-four, delivering around 271bhp to the front wheels via a six-speed manual transmission and a limited-slip differential.
• It marks number 210 of 250 Megane Trophy-Rs built, of which only 30 were delivered to the UK market.
• The odometer displays 33,385 miles from new.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• Megane RS 275 Trophy-R is famed for claiming the Nürburgring lap record for a front-wheel-drive production car at its launch.
• For enhanced performance and reduced weight, the Trophy-R was equipped with an Akrapovič titanium exhaust as well as the Cup chassis featuring adjustable Öhlins dampers with hydraulic compression stops, stiffer Allevard composite front springs and anti-roll bars, and a limited-slip differential.
• It had the rear seats, sound deadening, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, radio and air conditioning removed as standard, though this example was specified with the Climate pack and features automatic headlights, automatic wipers, and climate control.
• This example is finished in Arctic White metallic with red Trophy-R decals over a black leather and Alcantara cabin punctuated by red stitching, trim accents, and seatbelts.
• It rides on red 19-inch Speedline alloy wheels, housing red Brembo callipers and fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tyres.
• Equipment includes cruise control with speed limiter, the Climate pack, a JVC stereo with Bluetooth, and bucket seats with Sabelt harnesses.
• Accompanying the vehicle will be the original owner’s manuals, service history, various invoices, the appropriate cherished numberplate 'TR09 PYR', and all original parts including the top mounts and gear selector.

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• Specific notes from the seller include: PPF has been applied to the body, with the exception of the doors and tailgate, and there are minor marks to the PPF on the bonnet; the wheels have been ceramic coated; there is slight peeling of the PPF on the rear spoiler; there are minor chips on the bonnet.
• The most recent MOT test was conducted on 4 April 2025 at 32,465 miles, resulting in a clean first-time pass.

SERVICE HISTORY

• In January 2026, the Ohlins coilovers were removed and refurbished by BG Motorsport, and a four-wheel alignment was carried out.
• The car was last serviced in June 2025 at 32,781 miles by AW Motorworks, who performed a full alignment, fitted a CAE gear shifter, Pure Motorsport top mounts, and a shift light, and renewed the engine oil, oil filter, air filter, cabin filter, gearbox oil, fuel filter, front and rear brake pads, brake fluid, front ARB drop links, inner and outer track rods, and turbo heatshield.
• Prior to this, Renault Croydon carried out a service in March 2024 at 30,284 miles, and Hendy Group serviced the car in March 2023 at 29,890 miles.

Dates and mileage:

• Apr 2016 - 5,144 miles - Renault Birmingham
• Jan 2017 - 7,831 miles - Evans Halshaw Renault Sheffield
• Oct 2017 - 14,208 miles - Wylie Motors
• Apr 2018 - 19,954 miles - Wylie Motors
• Feb 2019 - 23,859 miles - Wylie Motors
• Jul 2020 - 27,680 miles - Wilsons Automobiles and Coachworks
• Mar 2021 - 28,439 miles - K-Tec Racing
• Mar 2022 - 29,413 miles - K-Tec Racing
• Mar 2023 - 29,890 miles - Hendy Group
• Mar 2024 - 30,284 miles - Renault Croydon
• Jun 2025 - 32,781 miles - AW Motorworks

SUMMARY

Renowned among track driving enthusiasts as having claimed the Nürburgring lap record for a front-wheel-drive production car when new, the Megane Trophy-R is a remarkably capable hot hatch, and a rare sight with production limited to just 250 units worldwide. Fitted with several replacement parts in June 2025, this example would make an impressive addition to a wider assembly of modern performance heroes, and promises to thrill at every opportunity.

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