1987 Renault 5 GT Turbo | London

The Renault 5 GT Turbo is a 1980s hot hatch built on the Super 5, known for its turbocharged 1.4-litre engine, low weight and lively handling. Lowered suspension, plastic skirts and arches, 13-inch alloy wheels and yellow foglamps set it apart from an ordinary Five. This 1987 car is black with a cream interior, a soft contrast that reads well in close-up. It has a sequential gearbox, not the conventional manual the model came with, so changes are made by moving the lever forward and back. The cabin is arranged for two seats. Its compact, squared-off shape suits 1980s-themed photography, advertising and events, and the period hot-hatch details give film and television work a French performance car of the decade. The black paint and cream trim give fashion and editorial shoots and music videos a clean, graphic backdrop. A wedding arrival or birthday drive is a lively option too. The car is based in London.