
£5,059
1961 Warwick Peerless GT
United Kingdom • 29 Jul 2025 • Lot 1090
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This is a rare 1961 Peerless GT, one of approximately 16 surviving examples, with Le Mans racing heritage. It features a 4-speed manual transmission with overdrive, a de Dion rear axle, front disc brakes, and wire wheels, but requires interior restoration to bring it to its full potential.

Condition
6
The car description indicates that while the body is in reasonable condition with minor imperfections, the interior needs work, including missing door pads and seat re-padding. Mechanically, it's described as ready to enjoy with recent maintenance. The overall condition suggests moderate wear and the need for some reconditioning, fitting the 'Good' condition rating.
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Manual
Transmission:
00005
Chassis No:
Odometer:
38,676 miles
5261 WY
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
Description Extremely Rare 4 Speed manual with Overdrive Numerous Mechanical Upgrades De Dion rear axle, front disc brakes and wire wheels HPI clear To see more images, click HERE One of the rarest British sports cars you’ll ever find.
Lightweight, elegant, and infused with genuine Le Mans heritage.
If exclusivity and history matter to you, this is the car.
Background & History The Peerless GT is a fascinating but often overlooked chapter in British automotive history.
Founded in 1957 in Slough, Berkshire, the company was the brainchild of James “Jimmy” Byrnes, a club racer and restaurateur; Bernie Rodger, an engine builder; and John Gordon, a Rolls‑Royce vendor and racer.
Initially called the Warwick, the car was soon rebranded as the Peerless GT, a name chosen as a nod to the long-defunct American Peerless brand, whose factory once occupied the same site.
The Peerless GT was a technically advanced design for its time.
Built on Triumph TR3 mechanicals, it featured a 2.0‑litre, ...
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£5,059
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£5,890
Median Price (Since 2020)
£6,720
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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