Rare 1979 Clénet Series I Roadster Showcases Automotive Luxury at DFW Car and Toy Museum
A pristine 1979 Clénet Series I Roadster, one of only 250 produced, is now on display at the DFW Car and Toy Museum. The vehicle represents a unique blend of vintage elegance and modern automotive engineering.
The DFW Car and Toy Museum has added a remarkable piece of automotive history to its collection: a 1979 Clénet Series I Roadster. With only 250 units ever manufactured, this rare vehicle represents the pinnacle of bespoke automotive craftsmanship.
The roadster, numbered 236 in its limited production run, exemplifies luxury through its meticulous design. Powered by a Ford V8 engine and equipped with a three-speed automatic transmission, the car combines performance with aesthetic sophistication. Its distinctive features include a brown soft top, louvered hood, Continental kit, and 15-inch wire wheels that evoke the elegance of 1930s roadsters.
Ron Sturgeon, museum owner, highlighted the vehicle's significance as a masterpiece of automotive art. With just 1,300 miles on its odometer, the Clénet remains in pristine condition, featuring a Nardi steering wheel and comprehensive VDO instrumentation.
This acquisition represents more than just a display piece; it offers automotive enthusiasts a tangible connection to a unique era of custom coachbuilding. The Clénet Series I demonstrates how limited-production vehicles can capture the imagination by blending vintage design principles with modern engineering.
Located in North Fort Worth, the DFW Car and Toy Museum provides visitors an opportunity to explore this extraordinary roadster alongside a diverse collection of classic automobiles and memorabilia.