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£1,955 (Est: £2,000 - £2,500)
1966 Triumph Gentry, 1998cc
UK • 25 Jul 2026 • Lot 258
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1966 Triumph Gentry kit car, built on a Triumph Herald chassis with a GT6 engine, has recently undergone significant mechanical and cosmetic refurbishment, including new suspension, brakes, electronic ignition, and refurbished wheels.
With a valid MOT until March 2027 and a history documented by the V5C and receipts, this classic offers a unique styling reminiscent of an MG TF and benefits from ongoing support from the manufacturers and owners club.
Condition
7
The car has had significant recent work including new shockers and springs, a full service, electronic ignition conversion, and doors rehung. The wheels have also been refurbished. While it has had several owners and is a kit car, these recent updates indicate a good, usable condition with only minor cosmetic attention likely needed.
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72,639 miles (via 2026 MOT)
HB29635DL
RHD
United Kingdom
Manual
GVO 968D
1966
Auction
Description
Sold with the V5C, keys, MOT until March 2027, various receipts.
The Gentry is a kit car styled to resemble a MG TF.
It was first offered for sale to the public by RMB Motors of Barwell, Leicestershire from 1974, the company was formed by Roger Michael Blockley who had worked for the Triumph Car Company.
The car was built on the chassis of a Triumph Herald using an angle iron framework which supported aluminium over marine ply body tub panels, fibreglass bonnet, engine bay sides and 'fuel tank', with fibreglass wings and doors.
The radiator grille was frequently sourced from an MG Magnette ZA/ZB.
Over the years there have been several owners of the company and Ford components can be used.
The company is still producing kits and spares, with a thriving owners club.
GVO has been built using a GT6 Mk1 1998cc engine and transmission.
According to the V5C it was first owned , in 1966, by Frank Simpson of Derby, then in 1992 Sylvia Kelly of Manchester.
Our vendor bought it in 2023.
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Price Analysis vs Other Gentrys
£1,955
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£3,500
Median Price (Since 2020)
£3,640
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on 7th Apr 2027
Latest MOT mileage:
72,639 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 31st Mar 2026, 72,639 miles
Passed
On 8th Apr 2025, 72,589 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Central Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed
On 6th Jul 2023, 72,582 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed
On 15th Jul 2022, 72,563 miles
MOT Mileage Trend
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Auction House Headquarters
Spicers Auctioneers
Dutch River Side, Old Goole, Goole, East Riding of Yorkshire, DN14 5TB
Operating from Goole, East Riding of Yorkshire, Spicers Auctioneers is a physical auction house dealing in classic, vintage, and modern classic vehicles. They hold live auctions and provide vehicle consignment services.
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