1975 Reliant Scimitar GTE

Highlights

• In current ownership for approximately 47 years, with just two registered keepers from new
• Approximately 50,800 miles from new, supported by MOT history dating back to 1984
• Finished in the rare factory-specification April Yellow
• Comprehensively restored during 2025–2026 by GT Autos Restoration Specialist
• MOT valid until June 2027, obtained despite being MOT exempt

The Appeal

The fibreglass-bodied, quintessentially British Scimitar is one of the most characterful sporting estates of the 1970s. Famously championed by Princess Anne, the SE5A combined genuine grand touring ability with estate-car practicality, powered by Ford's torquey 3.0-litre Essex V6. The manual gearbox with overdrive is widely regarded as the most desirable drivetrain option - perfectly suited to touring and ever-engaging.

This particular example has been in the care of its current registered keeper since 1979 - a remarkable tenure of 47 years. With just two registered keepers from new and an indicated 50,840 miles supported by MOT certificates dating back to 1984 and an HPI report, there's plenty to attract enthusiasts to this fine car. The rare April Yellow livery goes some way to make for a truly striking car.

During 2025 and 2026, the car underwent a thorough restoration by GT Autos Restoration Specialist. The bodywork was stripped back, properly sealed, primed and resprayed in the factory-specification April Yellow. Mechanical work included attention to the fuel system, ignition, cooling and lubrication, while a stainless steel exhaust system and fuel tank were fitted along with four new tyres and a new battery.
Accompanied by a fresh voluntary MOT, the vendor tells us that this fine example is ready and waiting for its lucky new keeper.

Key Information

• Mileage: 50,840 miles (supported by MOT history dating back to 1984 and HPI report)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• MOT status: valid until June 2027 (MOT exempt but tested for buyer's peace of mind)
• Technical specs: 3.0-litre V6 petrol, manual gearbox with overdrive
• Paperwork: V5, MOT certificates from 1984, HPI report, restoration photographs, Scimitar Owners Club magazine

The Detail

• Restored during 2025–2026 by GT Autos Restoration Specialist
• Bodywork stripped, properly sealed, primed and resprayed in factory-specification April Yellow with three coats
• New front windscreen rubber and trims fitted
• Four new Avon tyres fitted on Wolfrace wheels
• New battery installed
• New fuel pump and filter fitted
• New throttle pump diaphragm fitted
• Engine oil flushed and refilled with classic-specification oil
• New oil filter fitted
• Cooling system flushed and refilled with fresh coolant
• New spark plugs fitted
• Fuel tank flushed
• Stainless steel exhaust system fitted
• Stainless steel fuel tank fitted
• Front fog lights present
• Pioneer radio CD player fitted
• Registration number HJD 91N, valued at approximately £1,000 by Regtransfers

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