RENAULT CELEBRATES THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY OF 4L IN SPAIN

Spain was a key market for the sale of Renault 4. Right from its launch in the country in 1963, given the low car ownership at the time (1 car for every 48 inhabitants), sales prospects were excellent. Its success generated a prosperous industrial phase for the Valladolid assembly plant, which produced 403,213 units of the R4 car and 396,704 units of the van version - 10% of its global production. Following its predecessors, 4 CV and Dauphine, R4 became the third "Made in Spain" model.

Those present also had the opportunity to visit the iconic Jarama circuit. Its construction began in 1964, just one year after Renault 4 was launched in Spain. Capable of dealing with all kinds of situations, from long road trips to tackling bends on a Formula 1 World Championship circuit, the model’s blue-jeans philosophy was clear to see. Effectively, the “blue-jeans” philosophy is based on the principle that Renault 4 is perfect for any situation and affordable for most of the population.

Around one hundred vehicles were exhibited at this occasion. Including, for example, special models such as two completely restored 1964 Renault 4s and a 1965 van version in its original condition. With close to 60 years of history behind them, these cars still stir up strong emotions.