Registration - FGH 99J

Chassis No. - 1N1068

M.O.T. - Exempt

Odometer - 92,813

Striking in its Seventies styling, this example of Gilbern’s Invader is presented in dark blue, with a matching blue interior. Powered by the Ford derived 3.0-litre V6, and featuring a four-speed manual gearbox with overdrive, the Invader looks every inch a classic British coupe. Trimmed with chrome outside, ‘FGH 99J’ features blue vinyl inside with wood veneer dashboard and three-spoke steering wheel, the Invader features a 2+2 cabin configuration.

The current owner is just the sixth in more than 53 years on the road, and reports that a new Weber carburettor has been fitted. With an indicated near 93,000 miles on the clock, the Invader has been well used and cared for during its life, and the vendor reckons that the electronics, bodywork, paint, and interior are all ‘good’, and the engine and transmission are considered ‘excellent’. ‘FGH 99J’ is presented with a little work required on the rear bumper’s chrome, but comes with a huge file of paperwork, including invoices, wiring diagram, and original owner’s handbook.

• Fine example of an unusual classic British coupe
• Fitted with 3.0-litre V6
• Large folder of paperwork included

Welsh manufacturer Gilbern introduced the Invader Mk I in June 1969, replacing the Genie. Mechanically, it was similar to the Genie, but featured a redesigned chassis, and changes to the bodywork and cabin. Using components from MG and Austin Healey, Gilburn used Ford V6 engines for power, and the Mk I Invader was upgraded to the Mk II in 1970, before the Mk III completed the Invader line in September 1972. The Invader was to be Gilbern’s last model, as production ceased in 1973.