The Pilgrim Sumo was styled after that undisputed king of the 'muscle cars', the AC Cobra 427.

Initially based around Ford running gear, the well-engineered, easy-to-build Sumo soon became the best-selling Cobra evocation.

Offered here is a 1980 Pilgram Sumo presented in British Racing Green with a Black interior.

Fitted with a 2.8 Ford Essex V6 engine paired to 5-speed manual gearbox.

This Pilgrim Sumo really looks the part, and the Essex V6 sounds fabulous through the side pipe exhausts, too.

Supplied with full weather gear set for any occasion, but we think it looks best with the full tonneau cover on.

The Halibrand-style wheels are shod in expensive, matching Yokohama rubber, important to have with a 2.8-litre V6.

It is a rarity to see a Cobra in British Racing Green, but it certainly suits it.

The gel coat is in good condition but would benefit from a good buff and polish.

Parts are readily available, and servicing will be a doddle.

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