Highlights
- Rare French sports car with esoteric mid-engine design
- Comprehensive mechanical refurbishment, including new water system and wiring
- Recently refurbished clutch cylinders
- Letter of approval confirming correct chassis number from Talbot/Matra
The Appeal
French carmakers have a history of being great innovators, and the Matra 530 LX is a case in point. Matra's first independently produced vehicle, the 530 LX featured polyester bodywork and Ford's 1.7-litre engine mid-mounted in the chassis.
This 1971 example has undergone significant mechanical refurbishment while retaining its original character. Having been stationary for a few years before the current ownership, the car has been brought back to roadworthy condition with attention to the essential mechanical systems, making it ready to drive while offering the new owner the opportunity to improve its cosmetics and some of the finer details to their own standards.
This 1971 example has undergone significant mechanical refurbishment while retaining its original character. Having been stationary for a few years before the current ownership, the car has been brought back to roadworthy condition with attention to the essential mechanical systems, making it ready to drive while offering the new owner the opportunity to improve its cosmetics and some of the finer details to their own standards.
History and Paperwork
- Three former registered keepers
- Has letter of approval confirming correct chassis number from Talbot/Matra
- Was stationary for a few years before current ownership
- Could pass technical inspection with very little work, the vendor tells us
- 50,939 km indicated
The Condition
- Presents in smart condition for its age, but reportedly needs some attention in a few areas
- Repainted some time ago, now having some signs of age
- Chrome trims missing under the doors
- Tyres need replacement
- Window seals partially need replacement
- Driver's door GRP was fixed unprofessionally with metal and screws (visible in pictures)
- Bumpers would benefit from fresh paint
- Seats need upholstering (rear fixed with tape)
- Engine cover and covers next to it in the back need attention
- Steering cover has two switches that need reinstallation
- Carpet and door panels in good condition
- Dashboard in good condition, but has a hole from an old switch that needs covering
- All lights working, we are told
The Mechanics
- 1.7-litre Ford V4
- Four-speed manual transmission
- New cooling system
- New wiring
- Recently refurbished clutch cylinders (both)
- Brakes checked, with new brake fluid
- Handbrake reinstalled
- We're informed the engine runs well and the gears select cleanly
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