2002 Renault Vel Satis 3.5 V6 Initiale Road Test & Review - Matty's Cars
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Renault wanted to shake up the executive car market back in 2002. They certainly got some attention, launching not one but two equally quirky big luxury cars. The Vel Satis (and it's even more garish sister the Avantime) were big on space, equipment and all round luxury. This did not translate into sales though, with Renault not even selling a third of the small sales target they had for the Vel Satis. Now one of the rarest modern classics on the road, what's the Vel Satis like today?
(Special thanks to Tom for allowing me to review and roadtest his car)
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The "Go compare" and having a "cheeky drive" segment was a reference to when (off camera) I drove the car up the street and turned it round and parked it for Tom. I was however temporarily insured when driving in this video. This was after Tom unexpectedly asked me to drive to the petrol station for him, that I decided to include the short road test as part of the then not so cheeky drive😆 - ยานยนต์และพาหนะ
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Watch the brochure video here: th-cam.com/video/EJxvy-KaJH4/w-d-xo.html
(The door of this vehicle has been replaced it IS the 3.5 Petrol)
This is some high quality content. Thanks Matty!
Hey no problem!
Great Review from beautiful RENAULT Vel Satis :) 🚗 Many Greetings from Styria, Austria 🇦🇹, Christoph
That engine sounds fantastic.
Such a capable engine. I could have drove for miles in it. But all the engines were quite thirsty I believe
Same engine as the one used in the Nissan 350Z, that's why.
@@MattysCars It's surprisingly less thirsty than most of its rivals from what I've seen (even the V6 one), the diesel ones (including the V6 diesel engine which was actually built by Isuzu) are very good in terms of fuel economy despite the fact that this car is as aerodynamic as a truck.
I remember. .. i watched your early videos some years ago... and now i found this video as a message from an old friend. .. yeah you grow up.... i really like your consistency... may u hv a fortunate future. ...
Aahmad Aahmad Thank you for your kind words
Great review. The sound that the boot makes closing is normal. My dad bought one of these majestic beauties new and it's the same exact noise.
Your channel 100 percent deserves more viewers and subscribers
Thank you, really appreciate your comment :)
One of the finest automotive reviews. Well done, Matty
Cheers pal!
Really nice job, much better than most "professionals" on YT!
Vel Satis and Avantime were crazy but good and unique.
Greetings from Italy!
Ahh thank you very much😁
I loved the Vel Satis when is came out; it looked so futuristic while also being big and comfy.
Prehaps the Avantime wasn't the only one "ahead of it's time"
Fantastic Review, I love this car 😍
Belta init
Very cool. My dad used to have a Safrane. Not as daring as this, but same rationale behind it, lovely car.
Still a brilliant car though with some unique features!
Ah! Thanks to clever technology I found that you had other less contentious and much more balanced and enjoyable videos with a growing USP. Super. More of them!
Rob
Thanks Rob!
Had a 2.2 diesel one of these... hands down one of the overall best cars I've ever had, period - having owned Cayennes, CLs and a host of new Audis. I would love to get into a low-mileage one again, probably a diesel too.
Was it reliable? Good luck finding one, especially low mileage!
@@MattysCars The German market seems to have good ones - mine was exported from Germany. Didn't skip a beat in a year of ownership.
Honestly so funny once again Matty, loved this! I actually completely forgot about this car so thanks very much for reminding me of how dreary it looks :)
What were they thinking🤦♂️😂
Matty's Cars 😂😂
A "demi Van" for exexutive flagship ....pure avantgard.
Good Job Matty! Just want to mention to the maybe interested ones: don't go for the the 2.2 Diesel and even not for the 3.0....to much probs! Best choice is the newer 2.0 diesel and 3.5Gasoline if you can afford the consumption.
Ahh great information, thank you
@@MattysCars Yes, the 3.5 Gasoline in Initiale trim is absolutely incredible. Leather and precious wood everywhere plus great comfort.
It's the fan belt that was squeaking.
The electric handbrake is completely automatic - there's no need to touch the lever 😁
My dad owns a 2008 VelSatis initiale with a 3.5 V6, its the most comfortable car I've ever sat in.
It's the most comfortable car I've ever sat in too
Nice video. I love cars not sold in the US, especially ones with absurd designs.
It's not really absurd because it's functional and the car comfortable like an SUV. It's just very quirky.
It's one of the few Renaults I would be very, very keen to drive, and you got the best version of all! Well done, sir.
I was very lucky to drive it and it did not disappoint!
@@MattysCars, you did well, sir!
I don't know why, but I love French Cars, the luxurious ones in special.
Luxury French cars are something special
@@MattysCars Like James May himself once said: The French always have a rather more philosophical approach to the luxury car.
Bruh, that's really good production! Get a gimbal for better shots, and you're really good 8) If you'd like a better thumbnail, hit me up on here or anywhere tbf
Cheers mate! Tbh I usually do the driving segment using a tripod but I wasn't expecting to be allowed to drive it so by the time I did, the camera had died and I had to use my phone. Thanks, I might message you
If you had the chance to would you review the citroen c6
Definitely!
@@MattysCars I might plan to buy one. Maybe but not sure yet. But I would really love one
I'm about to buy mine 🤠
Oooo enjoy mate!
Just climb off a C5 Citroën V6...
Remember me when u got 1m subs 👍
U have a sub
Hahahaha you never know. Thanks for subscribing
You can get a Vel Satis for quite cheap. As of 25/10/2020, there are 2 on Auto Trader. 1 is £1000 and another is £3000, not bad for such a rare car
I had a little look when I was researching this car. They are surprisingly cheap. But a lot of them are on very high millage due to the car being bought for doing long journeys.
@@MattysCars Yeah one had 100k and the other 150k I believe
That looks like where my mam grew up, is that Aigburth by any chance?
It is indeed 😊
I'm not too fond of French cars but the Renault Del Satis is a car I would buy! I wish they would sell the car in the States under the Nissan Brand!
Great cars
I wish French cars like this were sold in the USA. They definitely were a lot more interesting and still are than a lot of the stuff on sale here today.
The UK is much the same now with French cars. They're not as interesting as they used to be
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My dad had a Vel Satis and I will never forgive him for getting rid of it. Grew up poor but their resale value was literally on the floor so we could afford one. I remember one night on a quiet motorway he pushed 100mph in it and it was the most boring 100mph ever, silent, smooth.
Sounds boss. What did he replace it with? I'm guessing it never matched up
Mám Vel satis 3.5 phII r.v.2005. Je to skvělý vůz. Mám velký problém za co ho v budoucnu vyměním
Dnes neexistují žádné alternativy k vel satis
One of the beat interiors you've ever been in?
On a mainstream car yeah
French officials favoured this car during the 2000s. It was even président Sarkozy's official car.
Yes the only one that he could fit into without taking his hat off!
@@MattysCars lol 🤣😂 Even président Macron is still driven in time to time, apart from his SUV's.
It's not a 3.5 but a 3.0 diesel .... The best v6 petrol engine in 10 years.
The door was replaced. This is in fact the 3.5 V6 Petrol as I filled it with petrol after the review
The 3.0 Dci is an Isuzu Engine and not their best attempt either it’s a dog of an engine
@@Mr330d The only engine that is valid and understand how good a machine is 3.5 gasoline ... Powerful, quiet, economical and hassle-free .....
4:31 says petrol, shows diesel badge 😅 The petrol V6 is a 3.5ltr.
Samuel Bomorse I know😅 There’s already been some confusion about this. It is definitely the 3.5 Petrol because I was asked to fill the car up with petrol. So I’m assuming the badge on the side is a replacement
I've just checked the MOT history online, definitely the petrol. Maybe it's had a new door at some point.
The car had only done 56K on the last MOT! It's not failed too many times considering the fact it's a large, old Renault 😁
That’s right only 56k. The owner does very little mileage per year but has had some issues with the car over the years. He’s also had a lot of offers and first refusals for the car
@@MattysCars I'm not surprised he only does 1-2k miles a year - it must *DRINK* the fuel 😂 Perfect candidate for LPG conversion!
@@sbomorse He says he gets 25 to the gallon out of it and is very proud of that figure. Defiantly a man who has owned a Vel Satis for 18 years 😂
This guy is a james may
vel sartis?
Was trying to be well spoken. Don't think I pulled it off
@@MattysCars what even is “well spoken”?
Out of MOT now R.I.P old girl
Not quite. I know the owner. The car lives on he just isn't using it at the moment
@@MattysCars They’re quirky but at the same time they’re an absolute dog 😂
It's jarring hearing you pronounce it. It's pronounced "Vel Sat-tiss" not "Vel Sar-tiss'
Nice review 👍
Samuel Bomorse Sorry😂 I was trying to be well spoken like an executive would be 😂
They are so tempting, there's one on Facebook currently same engine and spec which has had tons of work done, for £1900. But I owned a 2006 Laguna DCi and I had nothing but engine issues, so it puts me off the Vel Satis. Shame though as I love an ugly car 😁
It’s always a risk with a French car isn’t it. The smaller the engine the less there is to go wrong. And the more electronics there are the more there is to go wrong
@@MattysCars I've been looking at two known temperamental French cars this week; Peugeot 1007 and a C3 Pluriel 😬
I currently have a 1.0ltr 2004 Daihatsu Charade. It's basic but because it's so low geared, it's like shit off a shovel. Everyone who drives it raves about how nippy it is.
It's so much fun launching away from the lights and leaving people in much more powerful cars for dead 😂
I've been looking for something bigger and better equipped, but I just can't bring myself to part with the Charade. It does 58-63MPG without trying, £30 a year tax, tyres are only £27 each and it costs £28 to fill the tank. It's so reliable and has only done 44K miles from new. I don't trust buying another car, especially something with a complicated diesel and lots of electrical items.
@@sbomorse 1007 and C3 pluriel I couldn't choose which was worse😂
Maybe edit out the bit about no insurance for future employers. Feel free do delete this too
The description explains about insurance. Basically when I talked about the "cheeky drive" I was referring to turning the car around and parking it for the owner (off camera)
But after later being asked to drive to the petrol station, temporary insurance was taken out.
"Patrick Lee Kwement"? Jeez man, you don't need to pretend to be French... 😀
You've gotta have a go haven't you
dont even know the difference between a cam belt, timing belt or fan belt, what a novice.
And you haven't quite grasped your capital letters and apostrophes yet. What a thicko😉
Squeeking timing belt eh? And you know all about cars?
No I don't know all about cars