Reliant Motor Company

Established in 1935 and destined to outlast almost every one of its competitors at the time by staying in business for 66 years, this is nevertheless perhaps the most underrated car manufacturer in the world. Reliant initially brought family motoring to the masses with its range of three-wheeler cars and it is maybe still best known for the 'Robin' three wheeler. The complete story of Reliant is much more than a single model however, and in particular the 1970s Scimitar GTE was emulated by almost every other car manufacturer whilst the Scimitar itself became the choice of royalty and celebrities alike. Reliant was also a great innovator, a company that achieved many world firsts and exported vehicles all over the world. From early prototypes through Reliant 7cwt to Reliant, Regal, Regent, Kitten, Sabra Sport and of course the Scimitar to the less well known Scooter Ski, Ant and countless 'one-offs' and projects, This book uncovers the full story of the company and its cars.