1985 RELIANT SCIMITAR SS1 1300 DROPHEAD - RESTORATION PROJECTA distinctive and increasingly uncommon example of Reliant’s attempt to revive the affordable British sports car market, this Scimitar SS1 1300 Drophead represents an interesting piece of 1980s motoring history. Styled by Michelotti and introduced as a compact two-seat sports car, the SS1 combined lightweight construction, rear-wheel drive, and Ford mechanical components to create an engaging and unconventional alternative to more mainstream rivals.

(⁠Sporting Reliants)Powered by the 1,296cc Ford CVH engine, the SS1 1300 offered modest performance with an emphasis on enjoyable open-top motoring and accessible running costs.

(⁠Sporting Reliants) This example presents as a restoration project and is offered in poor condition, requiring recommissioning and further works before returning to the road.The odometer shows 55303 miles.The car retains its original character, with its compact two-seat roadster body, folding soft top, ...