Here we are, it's already December. Our counter shows another year, bringing our adventure to 5 years, while that of your classic cars has been enriched with a few additional kilometers, thanks to walks and events.

These special moments allowed us to meet with you to share a common passion. This year, we took the microphone and camera to shine a light on the unsung professionals who work with passion and dedication. We told their stories, as well as yours, through events, tests of iconic French cars and birthday stories, like the 60th anniversary of the Renault 8 Gordini.

To wait until Christmas, relive the highlights from 2024 with a promise: to continue telling you new adventures in 2025.

 

Meeting with vintage car professionals

Time flies at a crazy speed, but it is possible to slow it down behind the wheel of our vintage cars. Time can also be frozen through the lens of a camera for interviews conducted with Roger. This year, we have chosen to highlight passionate and dedicated professionals in the vintage car industry to share their stories with you.

It is Stéphane Bousquet who took up the challenge of our first interview. Stéphane is a true enthusiast of racing cars and offers a wide range of services: mechanics, maintenance, and preparation of vintage vehicles, whether they are classic or competitive. Among its most impressive achievements is a replica of the famous Renault 5Jean Ragnotti's Turbo Tour de Corse.

Stéphane is above all a wonderful encounter, which led us to collaborate during the latest editions of the Époqu’Auto Show. His interview, available on our YouTube channel, allows viewers to discover his journey, anecdotes, and his vision of automotive passion.

After Aveyron, head to Hérault to meet Guillaume, manager of NGT Concept, a recognized specialist in the world of Renault 4L. We met Guillaume during the first edition of the Traffic jam on the N9 in Clermont-l'Hérault. His professionalism and friendliness left an impression on us.

In his interview, Guillaume talks about his extraordinary journey and incredible adventure: creating his own garage with his wife to allow their clients to embark on adventures with complete peace of mind with their Renault 4. Whether it's for road trips or historic rallies, Guillaume performs meticulous preparations tailored to each challenge. He also supports participants as technical assistance to provide them with an optimal experience during the greatest historic rallies.

Discover his story and dive into the world of his garage through our dedicated video.

 

Classic car events: an intense 2024 season

Despite being 102 years old, our mascot Roger remains as lively as ever and has more than a few tricks up his sleeve to discover exciting events and meet new enthusiasts.

 

Montauban Vintage Festival

For the start of the season, head to Lalaque Square for the Montauban Vintage Festival, an event marked by a retro theme. The friendly atmosphere and the participation of numerous car clubs from the Occitanie region greatly contributed to the success of this event. vintage car rally.

The lineup was varied and punctuated with a few rarities that particularly charmed Roger, our mascot, including:

To discover the highlights of the event, find our dedicated article.

Lavaur Traffic Jam

This year, we experienced a lot of "traffic jams" — not on the Toulouse ring road or in the city center ofAuch, but during many Traffic jam reconstructions recalling the great era of holiday departures.

It is at Lavaur, charming village of Tarn, where we began our tour of the sealing Plugs. With a gathering in the city park and a traffic jam in the picturesque streets, the event attracted many participants and visitors. Enthusiasts were able to admire magnificent vehicles, including:

A true success for this popular event that has captivated enthusiasts and curious individuals, which you can find again. in our article.

 

Traffic jam on the N9 in Clermont l'Hérault


This was the first event we participated in 2023 as a major partner, and we renewed our collaboration with Stéphane Thuret for this second edition. This year, the event has been enhanced with a longer route and even more diverse activities.

Among the many participants in the Traffic jam on the N9 2024, we met Jojo, a man from Tarn who came with his nephew aboard a Peugeot 104 never restored. And let us tell you that making a cork in Peugeot 104, surrounded by a superb array of popular French cars, is a unique experience! From the Renault DauphineTo the Peugeot 404, passing through the Simca Swallow and Citroën DS, the show was on point.

Jojo stepped behind the camera to share his story with you, between car racing and the restoration of vintage vehicles.


Don't miss our immersive video that takes you to the heart of this unforgettable event!

 

Losange Passion International

 

Heading to the legendary Montlhéry Autodrome to celebrate the 125 years of Renault, a brand dear to our hearts and to Roger's, particularly thanks to our numerous spare parts for Renault ancient, of the 4CV to the Super 5.

During this exceptional day, our eyes didn't know where to look in the face of nearly the entire range. Renault and vintage Alpine. Among the rare models on display, one could admire a Renault 5 Gordini, a Renault Siete, a Renault Super 5 TS New Man, as well as several historic vehicles that have set records on this same Montlhéry track.

The highlight of the event was the anniversary of the 60 years of the Renault 8 Gordini, the iconic ancestor of affordable sports cars. Numerous R8 Gordinis were present, doing laps around the circuit and leading the gigantic parade. For the occasion, we had the chance to ride in a rare R8 Gordini to share this unique experience with you.

Beyond this magnificent anthology of Renault, we met the legendary driver Jean Ragnotti, who honored us with his presence and made several autographs, which were then offered to our subscribers via our social networks (make sure to follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn so you don't miss anything). Although he has retired as a driver, we witnessed a breathtaking drift demonstration with the legendary Renault Maxi 5 Turbo on the track in the hands of Julien Saunier. An unforgettable moment. Roger would have loved to do a baptism.

During this event, we also engaged with Tony Voss, a key player in the preservation of heritage Renault and creator of the Diamond Magazine. This enthusiast, whom we know well at ALEPOC (where some of our advertisements have already been published), shared with us his love for atypical models of Renault, notably the versions intended for the American market, with captivating anecdotes. An interview to listen to without moderation!

Traffic jam on the RN20 in Cahors

In July, in lieu of actually going on vacation, we simulated the great departures to the south on the streets of Cahors, during a traffic jam that was as convivial and festive as ever. Among the participants, we met two friends who fully embraced the spirit of the event, donning retro costumes while driving their flamboyant car. Peugeot 205. Roger approves!

This memorable reconstruction allowed us to discover some true gems among the many French cars present:

  • A superb Citroën Convertible traction green,
  • A chic and shock Citroën 2CV Chic,
  • A magnificent Simca Océane, which already transported us to the seaside,
  • A utility Peugeot D4, nicknamed the "pig's nose," carefully restored.

Warm encounters, popular French cars, and exceptional heritage showcased: that's everything we love about ALEPOC!

 

Traffic jam in Lapalisse on the N7

After all these sealing Plugs, it was necessary to discover the father of all these events: the traffic jam of Lapalisse, which has been attracting enthusiasts from all over Europe since 2006.

The atmosphere is truly unique, with a remarkably well-orchestrated re-enactment and an impressive lineup of high-quality vehicles. Vintage utility vehicles and trucks, as well as beautiful French family cars, were in the spotlight: Peugeot 203 Family, , Citroën DS Break, , Renault FrigateAnd Simca 1500, all impeccably preserved.

One of the memorable encounters of the event was Andy, the warm owner of a Peugeot 204 ConvertibleTo the fascinating story. He shared with us his journey as a passionate collector of elegant cars from Sochaux.

To relive this unique experience, don't miss our dedicated article and immersive video!

 

Behind the wheel of legendary French cars

 

The year 2024 was marked by the launch of a new type of content for storytelling. The history of the automobile French from a different angle. What better way than a road test to reveal all the secrets of a car designed to drive?

At the beginning of the year, under a gray sky and with a temperature barely above 13°C, we got behind the wheel of a legendary convertible, perhaps the most beautiful of French production: the Peugeot 504 Convertible. To celebrate the 55 years old From this iconic model, we have unearthed one of the first examples in a particularly elegant configuration for you. Roger's verdict? An unforgettable experience to discover here!

A few months later, in June, the sky cleared up and temperatures soared. During the Bouchon de la N9, we had the chance to participate in the gathering aboard an authentic Renault Super 5 Baccarat, lent by the organization. It is this model that was in the hands of the famous co-driver Daniel Elena during the first edition of the traffic jam. We took the opportunity to escape on the beautiful roads of Hérault around the Lake of Salagou, to test the car that created a new genre: luxury city cars. A journey through time rich in emotions that we invite you to rediscover here.

Assessment of 5 years of ALEPOC

It has now been 5 years since our family adventure began. Five years full of encounters, events, and stories, with a single goal: to offer you exemplary service to find the ideal spare part for your popular French car, in order to preserve and keep alive this cherished mobile heritage.

Roger and the entire ALEPOC team wish you a happy holiday season. and we look forward to seeing you next year for new automotive adventures.

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