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£12,938

1983 Reliant Scimitar GTC

United Kingdom • 12 Feb 2025

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AI Listing Summary

This 1983 Reliant Scimitar GTC, chassis '000378', is a rare manual gearbox example finished in Silver with Black interior. Originally supplied to Johnstones Paints PLC, it underwent a full mechanical and cosmetic restoration in 2003 and has covered minimal mileage since, presenting a solid opportunity for classic convertible motoring.

Condition

7

The car underwent a full mechanical restoration and significant cosmetic improvements in 2003, including an engine overhaul, reconditioned axle, gearbox check, brake and suspension renovations, extensive re-wiring, a new hood, and a full interior re-trim. Since the restoration, the car has covered very minimal mileage and has been stored long-term. The listing mentions the car is temptingly offered without reserve and highlights that it benefits from the practicality of four seats.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

SCD200199DH000378

Odometer:

104,000 miles

Reg Number:

A569 HVU

RHD/LHD:

[RHD/LHD]

Conceived as a rival to the likes of the Triumph Stag and Mercedes-Benz (R107) SL range, Reliant began working on a convertible version of its popular Scimitar range in 1978.

Unveiled to the public two years later, the GTC followed established company practice by using a rigid box-section chassis to underpin its lightweight, rust-free fibreglass bodywork, yet it was lighter than the GTE SE6 on which it was based and could still seat four.

With independent coil and wishbone front suspension, a Watt linkage located rear axle plus rack-and-pinion steering, handling was a strong point.

Powered by the 2792cc Ford 'Cologne' V6 engine developing a quoted 135bhp and 159lbft of torque, the GTC could be had with either four-speed manual overdrive or automatic transmission.

One of the faster four-seater convertibles of its generation, the Reliant was reputedly capable of 119mph and 0-60mph in 8.9 seconds.

Produced from 1980 until 1986, just 442 were made.

Chassis ‘000378’ was manufactured i...