1981 Marlin Roadster
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Highlights
- Head turning vehicle
- Spectacular sounding
- Extensive rebuild
- Stacks of invoices
THE BACKGROUND
Marlin is a British sports car company, founded in 1979 in Plymouth, United Kingdom who produced kit cars based around the Triumph Herald range, using components from the Spitfire, Herald, Vitesse & GT6 up until 1983 before developing into the next generation.
The two seater Roadster's body was built from aluminum and fiberglass with the initial donor engine being that from any of the Triumph offerings.
THE HISTORY
Not much is known about the vehicle's life prior to coming into the hands of the current owner. It was purchased in 2019 as a non-runner needing a vast amount of time and attention.
It has been re-registered with the DVLA under a new chassis and registration formerly JGC433C / HB29059DL (Vitesse 1600 body)
THE PAPERWORK
Included with the car is substantial documentation of all the parts and components purchased for the rebuild totaling in excess of £6,000, all from Rimmer Bros & Car Builder Solutions.
Also included you’ll receive Marlin build guide, Haynes manuals , wiring diagrams and receipts and warranty document for the battery. In addition, the current V5c is present and a CD with images of the vehicle prior to rebuild.
The vehicle has also had a recent MOT as well.
THE EXTERIOR
Roof on or off, this is a real eye catching motor that's in sublime condition.
A real beautiful combination of green paint, chrome and black canvas roof finished off with brand new alloys and tyres. The black roof is in first class condition as are all the trims and chromework.
On our visit we crawled around the vehicle comprehensively and there’s maybe one or two minor marks but overall it's great and just fabulous to look at.
THE INTERIOR
Inside, there’s little but what little it has is all in great order. Red vinyl doors cards, black vinyl seats and aluminum dash, all are a perfect combination to the exterior.
You feel very much a part of the car sitting behind the wheel, most likely down to the fact you're only a few inches off the ground, it’s hot rod, race car vibe, especially with its removable steering wheel and black faced dials covering that aluminum dash.
A tonneau cover will be provided with the vehicle.
THE MECHANICS
On request the 2.5L inline six fired up with no issue, it ticked over confidently with sound oil pressure and was maneuvered a few times without a problem.
The noise is just as spectacular as the looks without being overwhelming and unbearable. Hundreds, if not thousands of man hours have gone into the rebuild of this Roadster with hundreds of new parts. Engine, Suspension, Brakes, Gearbox, Clutch, Speedo, there’s very little this car hasn’t had inspected, repaired or replaced. The level of examination, inspection carried out is truly phenomenal.
THE APPEAL
Beautiful, fun, unique. That’s just a small insight to what a Marlin Roadster is. It’s a car that was produced to be built by the people that would drive them, for people who thrive on knowing what's under that aluminum hood was put together by them.
This car however is complete, you don't need to understand or know which bolt goes where to be able to enjoy this car, it’s ready for the road and ready to be enjoyed on those sunshine filled days.
Everything's there for those who wish to tinker and everything's ready for those who just want to put their foot down and enjoy the ride.
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Although every care is taken to ensure this listing is as factual and transparent as possible, all details within the listing are subject to the information provided to us by the seller. Car & Classic does not take responsibility for any information missing from the listing. Please ensure you are satisfied with the vehicle description and all information provided before placing a bid.
As is normal for most auctions, this vehicle is sold as seen, and therefore the Sale of Goods Act 1979 does not apply. All bids are legally binding once placed. Any winning bidder who withdraws from a sale, is subject to our bidders fee charge. Please see our FAQs and T&C's for further information. Viewings of vehicles are encouraged, but entirely at the seller's discretion.
Vehicle specification
- Year 1981
- Make Marlin
- Model Roadster
- Colour Green
- Odometer 43,550 Miles
- Engine size 2500
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Location Gloucestershire
- Country United Kingdom
5
bids
from 3
bidders
- Da•••• £5,200 27/03/22
- Ni•••• £5,000 27/03/22
- Ni•••• £4,500 27/03/22
- Da•••• £4,000 23/03/22
- pe•••• £3,000 23/03/22
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