Paris Van Gorder
Paris Van Gorder Associate editor
10/8/24 3:11 p.m.
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The Reliant Scimitar feels like a bit of hodgepodge. Why?

Well, it’s powered by a Nissan turbocharged engine while sitting on an Elan- and Vauxhall-inspired chassis built by Lotus. Plus, it has Porsche 928-style headlights, but they’re square.

The styling came from Giovanni Michelotti. He designed around 1200 cars for a wide range of manufacturers, including Ferrari, Lancia, Maserati and Triumph. …

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Colin Wood
Colin Wood Associate Editor
10/8/24 3:52 p.m.

I didn't really know about the Scimitar SS1, so color me interested.

If it didn't have the CA18ET engine, though, I don't think I'd be as interested.

David S. Wallens
David S. Wallens Editorial Director
10/8/24 4:00 p.m.

Pretty sure I drew this very car in middle school. 

TurnerX19
TurnerX19 UberDork
10/9/24 2:39 p.m.

This is frighteningly close to me if someone wants eyes on it. Several are being seriously abused in English "Sporting Trials", see video from Lands End and Sims Hill. Produced alongside the last Robbins, it was supposed to save Reliant. Sorry guys, nice try.

dculberson
dculberson MegaDork
10/9/24 9:50 p.m.

This is so cool. It would really stand out at car meets for sure. 

Pete. (l33t FS)
Pete. (l33t FS) GRM+ Memberand MegaDork
10/9/24 11:58 p.m.

Innovative use of the spare tyre as the radiator, but does it then overheat if you get a flat? laugh

 

That car is charmingly eccentric.

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