Reliant Scimitar GTE

The story

Reliant, better known for three-wheelers, invented a new kind of car: a fast coupé with an estate car's tail. The glassfibre body sat on a steel chassis and the Ford V6 gave easy performance.

Inside

Four separate seats. The two in the back fold down one at a time, with a lift-up glass hatch behind.

In period colours

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Meanwhile, in 1968

British Leyland was formed, bringing most of the British-owned car industry into one company. Dad's Army began on television.

Best-selling single of 1968: Hey Jude by The Beatles

Before you buy a 1960s car

• Check the sills, floorpans, wheel arches and the bottom of the doors for rust.
• Ask for any old MOT certificates, service records and bills.
• Parts for popular cars are often available from specialists, but trim and body panels can be hard to find.

General notes, not specific to this model. Check the model's own history before buying.

Rivals of its day

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See the real thing

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