
Toby Wilson
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LOT 509
1979 Reliant Kitten DL Estate Registration no. XRX 917T Chassis no. 9A614803004
A small economy car produced between 1975 and 1982, the Reliant Kitten was offered in the form of a saloon, van or estate. Essentially the four-wheeled variant of the Robin and offered with the same 848cc four-cylinder engine, the Kitten was surprisingly capable and could hit a top speed of 80mph and also return 45mpg. With only 4,074 made, Reliant Kittens are now hard to come by and rarely come to the market. Bought by the late vendor's husband in 1993, this 1979 example has been dry stored in a barn since it was purchased. Today the car has not been used for some time and is now being sold for restoration. The body has held up remarkably well over the years and is solid, and the interior is also surprisingly presentable. The car is overall complete and comes with some history including its V5 log book. A rare economy car with good potential.
Vendor Score Total: 20 /100
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Key for sellers' assessments:
1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well
EXTERIOR TOTAL: 5 /25
Body Work: 1
Paint: 1
Glass: 1
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 1
Wheels/Tyres: 1
RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 4 /20
Gearbox/Clutch: 1
Axles: 1
Suspension: 1
Brakes: 1
INTERIOR TOTAL: 4 /20
Seats: 1
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 1
Headlining: 1
Trim: 1
ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 2 /10
Main components: 1
Ancillary components: 1
ENGINE TOTAL: 4 /20
Starting: 1
Running: 1
Under Bonnet: 1
Mechanical components: 1
Car History File: 1




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