Renault classic car parts

Father and son with a passion for the Renault 16

The story of Renault Oldtimer Parts begins with my father, Geert. Together with my grandfather, he restored his first car: a Renault 16. It was love at first sight. Not only for the car, but also for the restoration itself. With his passion for technology and working with his hands, a hobby was born that would eventually grow into a family business.

In the years that followed, the trade started from a shed behind the house. Together with his good friend Piet, he regularly travelled to France and Belgium to buy up old stock from Renault garages. Many garages closed down or made way for more modern models, allowing beautiful original parts to be given a second life.

Soon the shed proved to be much too small. The first business premises were rented, called 'Cools' in Tilburg. The assortment grew steadily and more and more Renault enthusiasts from home and abroad found their way to us.

When this location also outgrew itself, we moved to a larger warehouse in Poppel. During this period, we had the opportunity to take over complete stocks from other traders. As a result, our assortment expanded from the Renault 16 to include the Renault 12, Renault 20-30, Renault 14, and many other classic Renault models.

My aunt Marleen built the first webshops, marking a new step. Thousands of parts were photographed, described, and placed online one by one. This laid the foundation for what is now one of the largest specialized stocks of classic Renault parts.

In 2025, we moved to our current location. Here we have a spacious warehouse where thousands of original parts are neatly stored. In addition, we have a fully equipped workshop where our mechanic Gerard overhauls engines, gearboxes, and other technical parts, preparing them for a new life.

At the same time, we have taken a big step in modernizing our company. The various webshops have been merged into one clear webshop: Renault Oldtimer Parts. This makes it even easier for classic Renault enthusiasts to search through thousands of parts for various models.

Although the company has grown considerably, our way of working has remained the same as it used to be. We believe in personal service, honest advice, and a passion for classic Renaults. Many of our parts are original Renault NOS (New Old Stock) parts. We know how special these cars are and understand how important it is to find the right parts.

Every order that leaves our warehouse carries a small piece of that passion with it. And we have been proud of that every day for over forty years now.

  • Geert – CEO

    Geert is the driving force behind Renault Oldtimer Parts and has more than forty years of experience with classic Renaults. His greatest passion is the Renault 16, in which he has built up exceptional expertise. Over the years he has handled thousands of parts, and he often knows exactly which part is needed at a glance.

    Every day, Geert is involved in sourcing, inspecting and listing parts online. He is also responsible for purchasing, and maintains an extensive network of suppliers and collectors both in the Netherlands and abroad. Thanks to his vast knowledge and enthusiasm, he helps customers every day with technical
    advice and finding hard-to-source parts.

  • Juul – IT & Operations

    Juul is responsible for the day-to-day running of things behind the scenes. He looks after marketing, communication, webshop development and the management of our digital systems. He also makes sure that orders are processed carefully and shipped worldwide every day.

    Having grown up surrounded by Renault parts, a love of classic Renaults was instilled in him from an early age. While his passion lies mainly in technology and automation, he learns more about the cars themselves every day. His mission is to prepare Renault Oldtimer Parts for the future, without losing the personal service and expertise the company has been known for over the decades.

  • Gerard – Head Mechanic

    About ten years ago, Gerard sent us an email with a simple question: whether he could overhaul engines for us. After a lifetime working in engine technology, mainly on tractors and agricultural machinery, he wanted to fully dedicate himself to his great passion: classic Renault engines.

    That collaboration proved to be a perfect match. Today, Gerard can be found in our workshop several days a week, where he fully overhauls engines, gearboxes, carburettors and other technical
    components. With his craftsmanship, precision and years of experience, he is able to bring parts that many would consider beyond saving back to top condition.

  • Roger – Warehouse Manager

    Roger is one of Geert's oldest friends. They have known each other since their student days and have shared many great memories together. A few years ago, Roger joined our team as Warehouse Manager, a role that suits him perfectly.

    With his eye for detail and exceptional accuracy, Roger is invaluable to the company. He checks stock levels, carefully selects parts, and ensures that the warehouse is always well organised and tidy.

    Besides his craftsmanship, Roger is a great colleague to work with. His sense of humour, positive attitude and down-to-earth approach create a pleasant working atmosphere every day. He is someone we can always rely on and helps keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes.

  • Guus – Chief Happiness Officer

    Guus may not be an official employee, but he is just as much a part of our team as anyone else. With his endless enthusiasm, wagging tail, and love for tennis balls and toys, he brings a smile to everyone's face every single day.

    Whether we're searching for parts, packing orders, or working behind our computers, Guus always knows the perfect moment to invite us to play. He reminds us that working hard is important, but that life should also be fun.

    Customers are always greeted warmly by Guus, while colleagues can count on a cheerful distraction during a busy day. His playful character and infectious energy make him an essential part of the friendly atmosphere in our company.

    His official title?
    Chief Happiness Officer. And he takes that job very seriously.