1966 Reliant Scimitar GT SE4

Lot Number: 830

1966 Reliant Scimitar GT SE4

A recently refreshed example of the rare SE4 GT Coupé with some competition history.

  • Sold for: £8,417

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 28th September, 2024 at 11.00am BST at Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh Rd, Coventry, CV8 2LG

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Ermine White

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    GNR 506D

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    67222 Miles

SUMMARY

A recently refreshed example of the rare SE4 GT Coupé with some competition history.

DESCRIPTION

  • Of all the Scimitars made by Reliant, the SE4 is probably the rarest with a production run of just 300 and only a handful of known survivors
  • GRN 506D is number 109 of the 297 built and is documented on the Coupé Register of the RSSOC
  • Supplied by Roger Clark Cars of Leicester it is believed to have been owned by a VSCC circuit racer, also featuring in the club magazine where its competition history is also alluded to as an ex-hillclimb car
  • In essence, the SE4 was rebodied Sabre Six, with a striking GT body styled by Ogle Design
  • Powered by the 2553cc, straight-six engine from the Zodiac Mk3 with triple SU carburettors.At the rear, the Salisbury axle was located by both Watts linkage and a Panhard rod, resulting in excellent traction off the line and out of corners
  • Finished in recently refreshed Ermine White, it sits on red painted 'competition' wire wheels, also rebuilt
  • Recent expenditure includes new overdrive unit, work to the engine, exhaust, and wiring plus much more totalling over £8,000
  • Supplied with a rare owner’s handbook, workshop manual, period press reviews and sales literature, along with original jack and toolkit

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
830
Make
RELIANT
Model
SCIMITAR GT SE4
Registration Number
GNR 506D
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Chassis Number
SC400109
Engine Number
248
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Ermine White

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SCORE:

97 / 135

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The interior is particularly good, as we believe to be original, webasto roof is original

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This work included a new overdrive unit, works to the engine, exhaust, and wiring, as well as several other sundry matters. I attach a couple of invoices from JHC evidencing the works carried out. As a result, the car is in excellent shape now with first class mechanicals

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The car also comes with a large box of history, invoices, etc.


About the Seller Rating


A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

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