CHASING CARS
ASKING £27,995 PRICE
ENGINE 1998cc/6-cyl/OHV POWER 104bhp@5300rpm TORQUE 117lb ft@3000rpm MAXIMUM SPEED 112mph 0-60MPH 10.0sec FUEL CONSUMPTION 20-32mpg TRANSMISSION RWD, four-speed man + o/d MoT February 2024 ODOMETER 37,253 miles
WHAT’S IT LIKE TO DRIVE?
It's almost impossible to find fault with how this GT6 performs and handles. Throttle response is excellent and the power delivery is strong, with gobs of torque available from low down in the rev range. Gear selection is positive, overdrive works, and the ‘box feels taut with a short throw. The steering is light and precise without being floaty, and despite the wheel being slightly off-centre and moving about 10-20mm in and out, these minor niggles do not affect the efficacy of the steering. The brakes are probably the weakest link but they still perform adequately and stop the car without issue.
BODYWORK CHECK
The Saffron Yellow paint is immaculate, as is all of the car's chrome trim, having been treated to a body-off restoration in the Nineties – arefresh that has withstood the intervening years very well. The exterior is wonderfully original, from the windscreen trim and centre piece to the rear screen rubber. Even the small pin that holds the cover on the boot lock mechanism is present, an item that it often missing on these cars. The original steel wheels are well presented and have Uniroyal Rainexpert 3 tyres, all with plenty of tread and even wear. No wonder this particular GT6 is a former concours winner.
EXTERIOR Wonderfully original car
INTERIOR Beautiful and unworn condition
MECHANICALS Rebuilt and tuned engine
HOW’S THE INTERIOR?
The cabin is pretty much faultless. On the road, there are no rattles or vibrations and everything feels very well put together. The seats are free from any real wear, the carpets are clean and dry and the door cards are all intact. The dashboard has no cracks or sun damage and the steering wh
