Estimated Price: £7,000 - £9,000

• Powered by its 1,600cc, naturally aspirated, four-cylinder inline longitudinal front engine, producing c.88bhp when new, coupled to a 4-speed manual gearbox
• The XLR trim spec included Rostyle wheels, 6-dial dash, centre console, clock and extra chrome
• This well maintained example was purchased by Ant as a prime example to improve for his TV programme, Born Mechanic
• Recent full respray in original Signal Orange, the body was amazingly solid. Complemented by re-chromed bumpers
• The interior is largely original sporting a delightful patina, with the front seats being retrimmed in the correct material
• New front suspension arms and bushes have been fitted along with steering rack bushes and steering coupling. Wheels have been replaced with new RS 4-spoke alloys really setting the car off (original Rostyle wheels come with the car)
• A golden opportunity to acquire a buy this very rare first-generation 1.6 GT XLR recently restored with TV provenance