Offers came from Alfa Romeo, Fiat, Austin, DKW, Peugeot among others, but the winner was the Renault 12. The choice of a French design was not only political but also technical; Romania was attempting to cultivate economic relationships with Western Europe, particularly France, and to demonstrate its economic capabilities.
Various offers were made by Alfa Romeo, Fiat, Austin, DKW, Peugeot, among others, yet the Renault 12 emerged as the winner. Choosing a French design was both politically motivated and technically sound; Romania aimed to foster economic relations with Western Europe, especially France, and to highlight its economic strength.