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H&H Classic Auction @Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire
29th November, 2023 13:00
1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE
No Reserve
Registration No: KCH 913V
Chassis No: 9Gthe details below
MOT: Exempt
Offered with a collection of invoices and old MOT certificates
Workshop manual and current V5C document
In running order but requiring some recommissioning after a period of storage
Launched in 1968, Reliant's Scimitar GTE was the original 'lifestyle estate'. Stablemate to the Scimitar GT Coupe and designed by Ogle's Tom Karen, the GTE was also the first car to offer split-fold rear seats. Following established company practice, it utilised a stiff, separate chassis to underpin its lightweight, rust free glassfibre bodywork. With independent coil and wishbone front suspension, a Watts linkage located 'live' rear axle, rack and pinion steering and disc / drum brakes, handling was a strong point. Powered by a Ford 'Essex' 3 litre V6 engine developing 138bhp and 175lbft of torque, the GTE was tested at over 120mph and could reputedly sprint to 60mph in 8. 9 seconds. Progressively updated, the original SE5 GTE gave way to the SE6 in 1975. Boasting more cabin space and better fittings than its predecessor, the SE6's mild restyle also encompassed new safety bumpers. Introduced the following year, the revised SE6A brought improved dual circuit braking, revised spring / damper rates and higher build quality.
Finished in White with Blue cloth upholstery, ?KCH 913V? has recently emerged from a period of storage. Although, it is said to be in ?running order?, the vendor advises that the Reliant will require recommissioning prior to a return to road use. Fitted with the ubiquitous Ford 3-litre ?Essex? V6 engine allied to automatic transmission, the four-seater is accompanied by a collection of old MOT certificates dating back to 1995 at a recorded 24, 768 miles plus assorted invoices from marque specialist Graham Walker Ltd. Riding on correct-type ?Wolfrace? alloy wheels, ?KCH 913V? comes with a V5C Registration Document and has the makings of a rewarding winter project. Offered for sale at No Reserve.
