Explore the innovative yet polarizing story of the Renault Avantime, the world's first and only "coupéspace." Produced between 2001 and 2003, this daring vehicle combined the practicality of a minivan with the elegance of a coupé. Discover its unique design elements, such as frameless windows, a panoramic glass roof, and its infamous double-hinged doors. Uncover why the Avantime was both a visionary design and a commercial failure, ultimately leading to the closure of Matra's factory. Despite its short-lived production, the Avantime remains a collector's item and a testament to automotive audacity.