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david ball in south yorkshire at 11:55:41 Monday December 31 2007
i am trying to find a car reg no. AUA704J its a gilbern invader mk2 i
think. It was owned by my late father in the seventies and am trying to
find its where abouts. If you could put me in touch with the owner i
would be grateful. my mobile no is 07710885551 if you want to ring me.
Cheers David Ball
craig jeffries in england at 20:02:01 Friday December 28 2007
good site / hi everyone looking for a gilbern invader mk2 or mk3 not
estate/in yorkshire preferably in good knick anyone know of one
George in Belgium at 09:25:30 Wednesday December 12 2007
Thinking about purchasing a Gilbern, but Left Hand Drive, mainly for UK use. Does anyone know of one that may be for sale?
SAM BAILEY in CO DOWN at 16:11:51 Tuesday December 11 2007
I HAVE JUST BOUGHT A INVADER MK2 LUV 955K AND AM LOOKING FOR SOME
PARTS. IS IT POSIBLE TO OBTAIN A PARTS LIST FROM URSELF BUY E-MAIL.
ADVICE ON WATER PIPES AND ON THE COOLING SYSTEM WOULD BE GREAT MANY
THANKS SAM BAILEY
TERRY WILLIAMS in GLOUCESTERSHIRE at 20:15:10 Thursday December 6 2007
Site is much better worthy of the marque
WEBBER at 18:10:47 Monday November 26 2007
Owned a Red Gilbern Invader in the 1970s - ERP 66C anybody know if it is still around?
Desmond Fay in UK at 15:45:13 Friday November 23 2007
Hi looking through your site I came across your pictures of Lavenham
and a Mr Casey. I knew an Alan Casey, Gilbern owner who lived in
Lavenham... Bruce must surely be a relation, would he be willing to
contact me?
Richard Myers at 22:57:42 Friday November 16 2007
Hi
In about 1977-9 I had an Estate Chassis No In 1172 (I think) Reg No DAC
10 J. Piper Engined, with Spax, LSD and Draylon Trimmed it was one of
the best cars I had.
A friend's father in Norfolk had one - Dennis Barratt. He ket his until
it virtually died.
Richard Myers
Roger Frankland(Spares Sec.) at 09:14:42 Thursday November 15 2007
I am pleased to be able to say that the club have acquired the material
from Jim Richardson, which will form an important part of the club's
archive. My thanks go out to Jim for thinking of the club and it's
future.
Elwyn Thomas in Wales at 17:35:35 Sunday November 11 2007
I would like to buy a Gilbern Invader Mk2 sometime soon.
G Davies at 21:23:43 Saturday November 10 2007
To J M Richardson,
Please can you give me a call on 07717715545,regarding the sales brochures,
regards
G Davies
Phil Steares in UK at 21:30:32 Wednesday November 7 2007
I first saw the MGB engined GT in an Observers Book of the Automobile
that I won at school around the 1960's! As I now have the yearning for
something "interesting" before I get too far gone, the Gilbern's came
to my mind as fibreglass bodied cars with that extra something. My
storage space is limited and steel tends to disappear if cars live out!
I know that GRP has its' own problems but perhaps slightly less
daunting. Does anyone ever sell their GT, as that is the one I realy
covet?
J.M.Richardson in England at 10:18:42 Monday November 5 2007
I was agent for Gilbern Cars Trading as Richardson & Co(Gilbern
Sales).White Gates.West Street.Leven.Nr Beverley,East Yorks.I covered
an area Norfolk to Scottish Boarders and any where in between.
Having recently moved I have come across files containing original
brochures on Genie, Invader Mk1. Estate and Mk.111 Also much other
material,photos advertising posters.
Any member living nearby who can collect and pass on to your archivist
would be welcome because it is quite heavy and bulky to send through
the post.
Keith Sleigh at 19:31:10 Monday October 22 2007
Who fancies a nice swop of a Porsche 928 S2 1983 mint cond for best Gilbern available
carolyn rees-davies in mid glamorgan at 01:46:29 Friday October 19 2007
About twenty five years ago,my husband nearly bought a Gilbern Invader
estate it was £1,000.and the insurance would have been £1,068.as he had
just started work and his finances couldn`t strech that far,so he
bought an Escort 1300E for £300.Ten years later he bought a Jensen
Interceptor 111 which we still have today.Myself i`ve always wanted a
morris 1000 traveller,until he took me to see a Gilbern Genie which was
for sale, as soon as I saw her, I was hooked.
We`ll be picking her up on the weekend; So from now on,he will be
cooking the tea because i`ll be up the garage;
Don Wilkinson in W Yorkshire at 16:43:45 Thursday October 11 2007
I had one of the few Gibern Invader estates,around 27 year's ago.It
went like "shit off a shovel".I went to the factory when they had the
receivers in and tried to get one of my associates interested in buying
it (he is a Welshman)to no avail.
Bill Phelps in UK at 08:42:45 Wednesday October 10 2007
Nice site. I owned a 1964 GT1800 for 7 years back in the late 60's and
early 70's, what a super car. I spent quite a few hours at the factory
back in those days as I lived only 5 miles away. I only sold the car
because the rear seats were getting too small for our two growing kids.
Still have photos of the car, if anyone is interested. I understand
that it has long gone to the great scrapyard in the sky. Which is a
shame. Good luck to the club.
ray caldicott at 12:35:43 Monday October 8 2007
glad to say my estate MAB 349 K has gone to a good home at the club......
Cliff Lewis in Vale of Glamorgan at 18:01:05 Sunday September 23 2007
Still building mine
Neil Warner in UK at 16:27:05 Wednesday September 12 2007
Good website that is siple to navigate and is well laid out.
I have been a Gilburn fan since the 60's. At present I have a JZR three
wheeler I am thinking of selling or swaping for a PVT and the Gilbern
springs to mind although I shall have to check on the dimensions as we
have a very narrow drive betwwen 2 posts that are 6' wide.
Regards
Neil
Tom Stroup in USA at 04:27:27 Wednesday August 22 2007
Love the Gilbern.
Being of Welsh ancestry myself, my great-grandparents from Swansea, I
am interested in the history and survival of this breed.
I would love to own one.
Thank you.
Tom
Rob James in UK at 15:26:41 Saturday July 28 2007
Just
finishing my Fairthorpe Electron Minor am then intending to get a
Gilbern GT to re build with the intention of using them both almost
daily....Cheers
like the site by the way!
simon stamp in england at 10:32:10 Friday July 20 2007
Nice website, takes me back to my youth!
Owned Invader Mk 2 SHK 68K from 1981 to 1990, does it still exist?
Spent thousands on it with Martinac Engineering with the intention of
tracking it, only ever did this once at Goodwood.
Funnily enough, doing the same thing now, only with Alfa Romeo's.
Simon Stamp
Peter Goddard in Gloucestershire at 13:13:31 Wednesday July 18 2007
I was reminded of the Gilbern car by my wife- it was one of the cars
featured in a Daily Mail crossword this week. Peter Cottrell was a
valued customer of ours when we kept The Fleet Inn, Twyning,
Tewkesbury, between 1994 and 2001. Sadly we lost touch and I wonder if
Peter is still alive and well? If so can anyone put me back in touch
with him? Do any club members have a photograph of Peter which they
could kindly email to me?
Peter was a great guy. It was always a real pleasure to serve him.
Sincere thanks. 17.07.07
ray caldicott at 16:09:48 Friday July 13 2007
rm.caldicott@virgin.net
ray caldicott in herefordshire at 16:07:17 Friday July 13 2007
I have a 1973 gilbern invader estate in my barn reg mab349k for spares
or restoration (i need the space ) is anyone interested in discusing £
???.....
Merlyn Hoff in USA at 22:11:02 Tuesday July 10 2007
I have never seen a Gilbern in person , but being Welsh myself I have wanted an invader since the late 60's.
Beautiful website...Thank you so much for keeping the marque alive.
...Cymru a Gilbern am byth...Merlyn.../|\
paul at 10:28:29 Thursday July 5 2007
test
ian williams in GB at 09:20:10 Friday June 29 2007
Hi
all I have a gilbern estate for sale in need of restoration. i have
started but no time now and space needed. Its 1972 3.0l man with
overdrive have had it running and driven it.partly stripped and in
primier apart from roof and tailgate have all parts. £400 email
williamsminis@hotmail.com
Richard Wheatley in Wales at 21:19:07 Tuesday June 26 2007
Great site, not much info around on Gilburn. Took me a while to find
this site.
The reason for looking, My father sold an Invader Mk 3 when we were
living in Bushey, Hertfordshire about 10yrs ago. I always wondered what
happened to it. It was orange in colour and needed restoration, of what
I remember the car was in ok condition, I believe it was one of the
last Mk3's. If anyone has any info let me know. I hope it was restored
and is still running!
richardwheatley@hotmail.com
(Club records show the car as Mk3 chassis M30185, reg. SNX203M but
has not been heard of since 1997 so we would also like any news of this
car Ed.)
Klas Amvall in Sweden at 22:26:28 Monday June 25 2007
Hallo
Of course I knew about Gilbern before I saw this side. I almost bought
one ca 1975. It was för sale in Gothenburg then. I don´t remember what
year it was made, but I do remember the colour; it was brown. Instead
of buying the Gilbern, I bought a Marcos, which I still own.
For the last time I have been thinking of buying a Gilbern, or maybe a
Scimitar.
Have a good time, and keep up your work with the nice Gilbern-cars
KlasA
Membership Secretary in UK at 13:20:07 Friday June 15 2007
Is there anyone in the Lincoln area attending National Day at Crich
next weekend 23/24th June, who would be able to collect a small part
from Bracebridge Heath and take it up th Derbyshire for one of our
overseas members? Please let me know if you can help? Thanks, Frances
roy pine in UK at 16:57:46 Thursday June 14 2007
I am thinking of buying a Genie for conversion to Classic rallying. Has
anyone any experience of so using one? Can the weak front suspension be
easily strengthened?
Can i buy a roll cage?
Has anyone got a Genie in need of work for sale?
Thanks, Roy
(Referring to weak suspension is a little missing leading, since the
only shortcoming is the use of MGB lever dampers with their resultant
lack of tuneablity. Any 'weakness' such as it is, results from stress
cracking to the engine cradle section of the chassis, but while perhaps
this is less obvious than rot in other parts of the chassis, both are
to be expected in a 30+ year old space-frame. Many cars will have been
restored and/or modified, the caveat is to check what you are buying.
As it stands, for competition it may be beneficial to knowingly buy a
rotten one and thoroughly restore it - The club may know of such
project cars and, can provide prefabricated repair sections (even I
believe still has a new replacement chassis in stock) contact
roger.frankland@gilbernoc.co.uk
In addition the GOC is currently compiling an archive (PDF) DVD that
will included all the wisdom on chassis repair & modification,
roll-cages, suspension upgrades and many other aspects of Gilberns,
that have appeared in it's publications since 1969 - to be available
latter this year. Ed.)
Allen Bachelder in United States at 14:15:24 Thursday June 7 2007
I have a 3-main MGB 1800 engine and overdrive transmission that I
bought in Virginia, USA several years ago. The owner told me these came
from a Gilbern. For reasons I cannot recall, the car no longer exists.
That was the first time I had heard of the Gilbern, and very few of the
British car enthusiasts I've met know about this car.
The transmission is now rebuild and will go in the '65 MGB I am
currently restoring.
Best regards,
Allen Bachelder
JOHN COLEMAN in IRELAND at 18:54:42 Wednesday June 6 2007
i
HAVE A GILBERN CAR FOR SALE AND THE MODLE IS INVADER MKII. THE YEAR OF
IT IS OCTOBER 1970. CHASSIS NUMBER IS IN1067. THE CAR IS RUNNING AND IS
IN GOOD CONDITION. OPEN TO OFFERS.
paolo in flintshire at 22:23:30 Monday June 4 2007
hello everyone, i've just aquired m3 invader, i'm rebuilding the all
car from making a new chassis,and spend time on the engine for more
power, so i'd like if is possible information about m3, allsow i'm a
new member so hello everyone!!!!!!!
Doc @ cortina spares at 10:00:08 Monday June 4 2007
Hi all I was at the symonds yat cortina day yesterday and spoke to 1 of
your members reference hydraulic slave cylinders, apparently you need
some? I have 3 different versions (ALL NEW) of the Ford type slave
cylinder. Not too sure how many I have on the shelf but there could be
7 or may be 8? I have worked on all versions of cortina over the years
and now supply spares (mainly NEW)for them on a full time basis. Having
said that most parts are for the older cars Cortina 1 and some 2,
Escort Mk.1 etc. If anyone needs anything just let me know and i'll do
what I can to help. For a quick response I can be contacted on 07931
862669
EDDIE STRONG at 21:37:47 Friday June 1 2007
OWNED GENIE PRP 918G FROM 1973 TO 1983.
Richard Clarke in England at 23:45:26 Sunday May 27 2007
Just so pleased that all the spamming has stopped...well done Paul. I
have just sent lists of 2007-8 events for North East and Cumbria
members.....re Border Reivers on tour, Newby Hall in july, Dalemain in
August, Washington in Sept, Border Reivers Run 2007 in October,
Go-Karting in Nov, and a Noggin near Chester-le-Street in Jan 2008.
Hope that helps a bit....my details in back page of Rarebit. Richard
William Gates in Glamorganshire at 23:04:46 Tuesday May 22 2007
Hi Juan, Sorry to hear about your little problem you had at the
chemists recently. I also had a similar embarrassing episode in our
local chemist. I only went in for some deodorant and the girl asked me
was it the ball or aerosol type. I said neither its for me underarms!
cheers Bill
Jack Curran in England at 21:55:05 Monday May 21 2007
So
my brother buy's a Gilbern Invader Saloon.He is a top of the heap paint
sprayer (sorry painter) body is finished in a Maserati plum colour.
Doors and bonnet ready for top coat,boot part stripped.
But like many of his talent he is now tired of the project.
Engine has had top overhaul, new clutch kit& spigot bearing,f
ront
brake calibers & pads. Sensible offer takes it away out of my
garage.
Brother Jack
Juan Mortime at 14:52:22 Monday May 21 2007
Glad
to see that some of the non-car related items are getting onto the
visitors book again, I was forced into the local chemist after the
other products failed to appear and have now been banned from going
back in after asking for new supplies, not sure whether it was asking
for the product or showing her what the problem was, has anyone else
suffered the same indignity?
David Yates in Italia at 09:09:47 Sunday May 6 2007
Read that a Gilbern has been sold on e-bay to someone in Italy.Does
anyone kmow where?Will start to put mine back on the road soon.New
house nearly finished.Thanks Bruno,now I have to sort the car.Best
wishes to all,Dave.
Archie Paice in North Yorkshire at 08:26:03 Tuesday May 1 2007
Great to be back again
Hugh Dent in France at 20:40:53 Monday April 30 2007
Hello, I do not know if it is of interest to your club, but for the
past four years my wife and I have run classic car touring holidays in
the Bordeaux wine region of France where we live. Being a Caterham
owner these holidays have been for fellow Caterham owners, but we have
decided to move offer other classic car groups the same. If it is of
interest perhaps you woukd pass on our web site address
www.bordeauxcartours.com.
Many thanks
Hugh Dent
Paul Clark at 22:07:46 Monday April 23 2007
I seem to have hit apon an interim fix to the spamming.
Lets hope it lasts until a proper solution can be formulated
Paul at 10:41:58 Monday April 23 2007
testing
Mark at 15:13:11 Sunday April 15 2007
Hi I complete Gilbern GT for restoration (white) with red interior with
interestering transferable registration number (555XYD) 2nd Gilbern GT
incomplete and in need of total restoration, fitted roll cage, most parts less
interior trim. I originally bought these to restore and participate in historic
GT racing however due work commitments I have been unable to do as I wished.
Please call Mark 07760109995 anytime for more details and prices, both cars located
in the Northampton area
Keith Inson in Wales at 15:14:39 Wednesday March 28 2007>
I am still looking for a good Gilbern with a view to joining the club. Model
not important - but must be in excellent condition!
Les Deacon in England at 21:44:23 Friday March 16 2007
I have a Gilbern Genie,{chassis no 1083} which will shortly be up for sale, as
we have recently moved house, and do not have enough space for it. The car is
insured and has a brand new MOT and tax exempt disc. It featured on the front
cover of the club magazine in {I believe} December 1998. Reg No HBL 994G. If
anyone is interested, I know of another Gilbern - an estate in need of
refurbishment - for sale in a local garage at £2000
Grahame Slope in Devon at 19:41:49 Monday March 5 2007
Have long admired the Invader, and have just bought myself a Mk11 estate, in need of some work .
Wayne Francis in UK at 21:38:57 Sunday February 18 2007
What's happening to all our Gilberns? I've seen 4 go to overseas buyers on E
bay in one week! 3 to Germany and 1 to Italy. Is there no way we can try to
keep them here. Two MkII Invaders went as a pair for £225. If I wasn't in the
middle of an extension and bleeding money to the builders, I'd have snapped
them up. I already own a MkII Invader. Kind Regards, Wayne.
H. Philip Dobson in South africa at 16:20:42Sunday February 18 2007
Gennie owner, bought new, June 1970
Richard Coltman in England at 14:20:01 Thursday February 15 2007
Hi, Just to let you know i have bought the GT from Brian Gent so i am back into
the Gilbern fold.
>George James in UK at 16:59:03Sunday February 11 2007
Worked for Gilbern cars from 1968-1970, during this period I worked on the
Genie Invader, Invader Estate also the Project 2 Seater. Brought a Gilbern
Genie LKG16F in 1978 and had this car for about 8 years. It was one of six
built with the healey 3000 rear axel and the only one ever built with knock on
mag alloy mini lites. Finally it caught fire when the petrol feed pipe that was
part of the carburettor body came away and sprayed the engine bay and caught
fire. I managed to put out the fire but had extensive damage to the electrical
and ignition under bonnet. Later I found out that the car had been restored,
dont know who has it or where it is. The Westlake that was built for Roger
Collins to race, acctually went out to be raced at Paul Rickards, then was used
as the company run about, which was alot of fun as it would not tick over under
3000 rpm, and the only way to drive it was to drop the clutch at about 5000,
which was very interesting when taking the secretary to the bank to collect the
wages as it took off with masses of wheel spin and clouds of smoke. The 2
seater project was first a cut down genie by four inches, with an Austin Maxi
engine and gearbox with a stage 2 conversion mounted where the back seats
should of been. Anyone with the whereabouts of LKG16F please contact me.
Paul Skelton in Kent at 12:27:25 Saturday
February 10 2007
Just set up a web site of Dover and learnt that Bernard Frieze was a PoW that
was held at Dover before he met with Giles Smith. Link is
http://www.Dover-Kent.Com/ARCHIVES-OLD/1999/Gilbern-car.html Hope you don't
mind, I've put a link in from this page to your site. Feel free to do the same
if you like.
Brian Gent in United Kingdom at
20:24:45 Monday February 5 2007
FOR SALE: 1963 1800GT Reg No. VTK 827 Chassis No. B100115, very original car
with factory fitted high compression engine. Finished in light blue with red
wire wheels. Looks like an old sports car should. Rebuilt chassis, long MOT
& Tax. £3,200. Contact Brian on 01329 236964
Brandon Harman in Wil;ts at
11:02:31 Sunday February 4 2007
Hi everyone its nice to see that Gilbern Cars are still going, some of you may
remember me, some have probably forgotten me and others don't know me, Just a
small intro, I worked at Gilberns'from 1966 to 1971 where I served my time as
an apprentice motor mechanic, but I just didn't learn the mechanics I had to
learn everything there was to know about Gilberns because I was one of the few
guys who repaired the near write offs. In 1971 at the end of my apprentiship
Alan Jones Gilberns' ex works manager invited me to work for him, which I did
for 1 year repairing and servicing Gilberns. They were good times.
Martin Vickers in Germany at
09:21:47 Tuesday January 23 2007
Hi, J
david poole in scotland at 16:33:09
Sunday January 14 2007
I previously owned a1963 Gilbern GT 1800cc registration no 98 VTX which I
enjoyed very much, does this car still exist? regards Dave Poole.
SAM BAILEY in CO DOWN at 15:03:27
Monday January 8 2007
Hi There just came across your web site and am interested in buying one. My
freind has one for salebut it has note moved in 12 years it is in a large
garage under covers is there anything I should look out for and what sort of
price I should pay, I also know the car boby is in good condition and the
interior is A1 and the car is 1968. He is going to find details and Tax book
for me. If there is any info you can help me with I would be very grateful many
thanks Sam Bailey
ian williams in england at 19:58:05
Monday January 1 2007
Hi just wanted to see if anyone was interested in buying my gilbern estate. i
purchased it as resoration project 18 months ago.I have had her running and
body is in primier,apart from roof and tailgate.It is a 1972 invader estate 3.0
v6 man.just no time to finish.email me williamsminis@hotmail.com
Roger Brown in UK at 08:43:20 Friday
December 29 2006
There's a very sad looking Gilbern Genie, that's been sitting in a local
carpark in Staveley, near Kendal, Cumbriafor as long as I can remember - last
taxed in '99. Looks like a viable restoration project for someone. If you want
to know more then e-mail/phone me. Roger Brown 01539 821528
Richard in GB at 13:34:43 Saturday
December 9 2006
I have made a offer for a gilbern which has been accepted. I would like to
thank everyone who responded to my message on this visitors book. Richard
Richard in GB at 20:31:58 Wednesday
December 6 2006
Hi i am interested to buy a gilbern. Preferably with ford V6. Good condition
would be nice, but consideration would be given to car requiring work. I can be
contacted by e-mail or 07919533705. Richard
Don in US at 20:13 Wednesday November 27 2006
Me again! I recently left amessage on this site and was contacted by someone in
the UK who would consider selling his Gilbern...he was unwell and spoke
about the family not wanting it I believe..he provided me with a phone etc but
I lost all that information due to some kind of computer hiccup...
if you are reading this and recognize yourself please email back to me,
repeating the information you originally gave to me..
THANKS..or DIOLCH YNAWR Don Hughes Sarasota, Florida 3 generations out of Ebbw
Vale
Geoff in UK at 22:13 Wednesday
November 26 2006
I had a slight accident with my invader and now see that after insurance
settlement, that simpsons salvage of york, are advertising it.this car won one
or two club concource shows, and has a few interesting cosmetic mods. Damage is
mainly to front nearside wing, subframe, rack ect.
If anyone is interested in this car I would be glad to talk to them. ps they
think its mk 2, its not.its mk 3 chassis no 151. thanks geoff.
Don in US at 01:52 Friday November 13 2006
Where have all the GILBERNS GONE,> any EVER surfaced in the US of A? WHere
can I find one for sale..anywhere..a good driver tho..luv to drive it to one of
our ST DAVIDSWELSH SOCIETY here in Sarasota (sarasotawelsh.com)...or bring one
over for a visit?? DON
Roger Frankland in UK at 16:20 Sunday
October 15 2006
"The Gilbern Owners Club is well aware of the damaged Invader Mk III at
Simmonds Salvage Yard, York.
The club were involved in quoting for the repairs required initially, but the
insurance company decided that it was an uneconomical repair, despite having a
high agreed
value. The club also bid for the car for repair/salvage to a level which was
thought to be reasonable for the cars condition. The sale price now is three
times that figure and nearly twice that we were to bid as agent for a member.
The comments of a 'light' side/front impact is an understatement, it seems to
have hit a wall on full lock!! The front nearside alloy wheel is in pieces in
the boot I am informed, and there is considerable damage underneath in the
suspension area, maybe also including the chassis ( although this will not be
established until the front suspension subframe is removed!). Please take
care."
Ken Young in UK at 16:20 Saturday October
14 2006
Gilbern clearout: many GT parts including Spax damper conversion for front,
window glasses, carbs, manifold (also for Weber), distributor, seats (black),
near-new Motolita woodriim, spotlights, lots of small parts - try me for what
you need. ALSO four Colway Roadsport 185/70/15 tyres, nominal mileage, £10
each. Ken Young 07813-793447 (West London)
Dave Lee Tripp in UK at 16:20 Tuesday
October 3 2006
FOR SALE Simpson Bros Salvage, near York, has a Mark 3, NDB 151M (which they
think is a MarkII) for sale, with light damage, for sale. The asking price is
£2500, but I think that is probably negotiable.
Chris Chester in UK at 16:20
Sunday September 19 2006
Gilbern Literature: I have available (loft clear-out) a number of original
publicity items from 1968 in which you or your members might be interested.
They are: A5-ish 3 page brochure Gilbern Genie -"The World's Most
Exclusive Grand Tourer" October 1968 Price List for Genie & PI 130 A4
double-sided Road Test by John Bolster reprinted from Autosport 23.8.68 on
thick paper for Gilbern publicity material A4-ish photo of Genie in kit form A4
single-sided glossy leaflet for Gilbern Invader - photos, specs & prices I
have been offered "around £25" (unseen...) by a collector who is
coming to view them on Wednesday, but as the owner of an
"alternative" car (Dutton) myself,
I know they will mean more to an owner than a brochure collector, and would be
happy to sell them for a similar price.
These are originals, not reprints, in good condition for their age (the odd
crease here & there -very minor)
Michael Ramsay Fraser in UK
at 16:20 Thursday September 14 2006
Mk III for sale. Just over a year ago, I posted a message on this site
reporting the loss of my Mk III Invader which had been remove>
d from the site
where I viewed it prior to my picking it up. I'm happy to report that I have,
with a members assistance, recovered the vehicle and it is now back in my
workshop. The bad news is that it has deteriorated quite a bit since I last saw
it & she is now in need of a total rebuild. Sadly, because of other
projects and a lack of time, I have to let her go. If anyone is interested,
please contact me for further details but please be aware, this is a big
project. However, like all Gilberns, she's far to nice to scrap. If interested,
please mail me on michaelramsayfraser@tiscali.co.uk
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Brian Gent in UK at 16:20
Thursday August 24 2006
FOR SALE 1966 1800GT, chassis no. C100244, reg. no. MYN 55D Well cared for,
unrestored, very original car in good condition with only 46,000 miles on the
clock. One owner from new until 1998. DAmask red with silver wire wheels, new
MOT. £4750 - contact Ian Mitchell 0117 935 2571 or 07989 744686 (Bristol).
Brian Gent in UK at 16:20
Thursday August 24 2006
FOR SALE 1964 1800GT, chassis no. B100155, reg. no. BTX 575B Basically, a
complete car requiring further restoration. This car featured in the Mayfair
magazine in December 1981. £1000 - contact Stuart Lane 07976 300289 (South
Wales)
Brian Gent in UK at 16:20
Thursday August 24 2006
FOR SALE. Not just a Gilbern Invader Estate but an M&S Invader Estate! 1971
Gilbern Invader Estate, Reg. No. GMX 58J. This car was supplied new to Lady
Marks and has a fairly comprehensive history since. Some new parts fitted
leaving not much work required for an MOT test. Selling due to purchase of ex
Motor Show Genie. £1250 - contact Brian Gent 01329 236964 for history and spec
sheet.
Roger Chenery
in UK at 16:20 Thursday August 24 2006
FOR SALE. 1967 1800gt, chassis no. C100273. Registration No. JTT 785E. This car
is thought to have been used in motor sports by it's first owners. Fitted with
non overdrive box and 15" diameter wire wheels. New MOT - £3,750. Contact
Roger Chenery 01579 320459 (Liskeard)
Francis Whately in UK at
16:25:54 Thursday August 17 2006
Autumn Run - 2006 The South Wales Group intend holding an Autumn Run details as
follows:- Date - Sunday 1st October Start Point - Cardiff West Services (M4
Junction 33) Meet Time - 10:30 for 11:00 start Anticipated distance 60 miles
Stop on route for lunch etc. contact details for anyone interested in taking
part as follows:- Name - Francis Whatley Tel. 07884 432899
Mark Fisher in Somerset at 16:56:17
Wednesday August 16 2006
Liked the history pages. Would like to know if there are any GT for sale around
the Country. As I am at a loose end and need something to work on and enjoy (
ps. over 50 with lots of motoring/ motor sports events under my belt)
michael emerson in england at
16:35:29 Wednesday August 16 2006
Hello all,I was just dreaming, you know like you do and thought back to the
days of "yellow brick road" like you do,and wondered how my old
"gilly" was doing. About 1974 I was the ever so proud owner of a dark
blue gilbern genie reg no NXJ697H.If the current owner could e mail me with a
photo I would be ever so chuffed.So all of the best to you and I am waiting
with anticipation. michael emerson.
Ian McCartney at 20:04:29 Saturday
August 12 2006
I am submiting this email for all the wrong reasons. Last week I attended the
Woodvale Rally in Southport. This is a major Northwest event but attracts
classic car clubs from all over the country, which was very evident with
hundreds of cars on show from A to Z. I turned up as a spectator in my Mk3 FWW
341L the red one on this site. I was stopped immediately and asked what I was
driving. When I parked up the same. When I came back there were notes under my
wipers asking questions about the car. 2 people wanting to buy it and then a
steward came over and asked me "were's the rest of your club"? It was
quite sad to spend a whole day at a major event and not see one single Gilbern
of any type, especially as enthusiasts attending were looking for them. Anyone
got any answers?
Wayne Francis in UK at 12:59:00 Saturday
August 12 2006
Have just bought myself an Invader Mk2, reg AWF 24K from Gravesend. Does anyone
have any info regarding the history of this car? Thanks in advance, Wayne.
Jez Jones in U.K. at 14:39:09 Thursday
August 10 2006
Decided to purchase a Gilbern for the continental series the Historic Rally Car
Register runs (the Porsche 912 is getting too common). No doubt my son will also
use it for sprinting, now I've sold the Mini Cooper he used previously.
John Speicher in UK at 12:30:20
Thursday August 10 2006
At our recent village steam fair my Invader(membership no 2218)was spotted by a
neighbour who told me he has a Gilbern for sale. I have seen it and details are
as follows: 1969 Genie UBW 557G chassis no G1137. Light blue stood for 5-7
years needs full restoration or for spares - all complete except front/back
screens which are in the car but badly cracked. Has sunroof and original
Gilbern wheels. I was told the previous owner waxoyled the car regularly?
Asking £300-£400 ono. Contact Les Allum on 07879 052776.
Rod Taylor in UK at 09:20:08 Monday
August 7 2006
For Sale due to bereavement 1972 Invader chassis no 1308. Owned by one family
from new -13500 miles. All documentation ,including original bill of sale,
handbook, manufactures sales brochure, bills etc. Unused for 18 years. In need
of restoration. No sensible offer refused. Tel Rod Taylor 01284 789287 (Bury St
Edmunds)
John Rhys-Burgess
in UK at 16:31:19 Sunday August 6 2006
The rump of the Gilbern assets were taken over from the liquidator, by a
"shelf" company called Cliffmain Motors Limited in 1975 which traded
under the name of Spencer Newman Glasson, headed by an entrepreneur called
Larry Spencer-Hicks and in which the principal investors were a retired
businessman and a Birmingham publican. The sale did not include the freehold of
the factory at Llantwit Farde near Pontypridd, which was owned by a Midlands
property company called Marlbrooker Securities controlled by a Mr. Peters. SNG
very soon got into financial difficulties and was acquired for a nominal £1 by
the Burgess Group of Companies in Cardiff, of which I was then Managing
Director. The work-force who had not been paid for several months had staged a
sit-in, had formed a workers' cooperative and hoped to take over the business
for themselves. (It should be remembered that this was around the time of the
troubles at Norton Villers Triumph which had led to the formation of the
Meriden Motorcycle Cooperative). When I took control, the first thing I
discover
I. So, any help?? I need as much info,
buying advice, etc as I can get.Also, I'd actually like to see one in the
flesh!!!!!! Can anyone help? All donations gratefully received. Andy Mynett.
Keith Sleigh at 18:47:56 Wednesday
June 7 2006
Wanted Gilbern, consider any model.. in roadworthy condition, poor paint is
fine
Gareth in S Wales at
21:42:04 Saturday June 3 2006
Thread taken from the pistonheads forum pages, The Practical Classics own
Granada stolen, keep your eyes open for it all you keen eyed Gilbern owners,
and classic car enthusiasts alike... 'Practical Classics' Roman Bronze Ford
Granada Mk1 Ghia (HEU 932N - think The Sweeney) was stolen in Ringwood,
Hampshire last night (May 20) between 9pm and 10.30pm. The car had been at Beaulieu
Spring Autojumble on the magazine's stand during the day. Please keep your eyes
peeled for her. The car's in top-class nick and it's such a shame that thieving
idiots have got their hands on her.
Philip Williams in UK at
19:33:15 Monday May 22 2006
Just looking at all photo’s to see if there are any Promotional ones taken 30 -
40 ish years ago in the grounds of Cardiff Castle as I was one of a number of
Welsh Guards who were in the photo’s. (Yes please! The Club knows of the
shoot but only possess a 'from the negative print' of a single mounted
guardsman with a car. We would greatly appreciate the loan of for copying or
scanned images of any others for our achive Paul Clark).
Andy Clayton in England
at 14:00:54 Sunday May 21 2006
1970 Invader Mk I, IN1024, registered 1970. Originally maroon, now Dark Blue,
paintwork reasonable. Restoration started but left for last 18 mths, in dry
storage since. No time so must go. Chassis repairs done, v.good interior,
retrimmed in black with red piping. Engine runs. Has Genie type dash, Woolfrace
wheels and fitted Triumph Stag repeater lamps on wings and over-riders. Front
screen out of car as is trim. Very good project, too good to break. Offers on
£250 to Andy Clayton. Phone 07836-315712
Bernard Stewart in UK at
12:20:58 Sunday May 21 2006
I am looking for exhaust manifolds for a Mk 3 Invader. Please e-mail me if you
can help. Thanks.
Derek Coombes in England at
17:35:05 Wednesday May 17 2006
1973 but Tax exempt MKIII Invader. Automatic in good all round condition.
Resprayed BRG, 6 months MOT. Many new parts including Starter Motor,
Carburettor, Alternator, seat belts, New carpets but headlining needs
replacing. Usual on-going odds and ends to fix to make 100%. Complete with
spare engine and manual gearbox and misc. spares. Contact 01527 404365 or 07860
326582 or Derek.coombes@blueyonder.co.uk for details. £3,250
Anon at 18:12:50 Tuesday
May 16 2006
Gilberns on e bay other classic cars
Starting £100 BLK278H G1194 red Genie 1969, listed spares or restoration -
Caerphilly, Wales.
Starting £500 RAD246G G1102 white Genie 1969, listed as complete for restoration
- St Helens, Merseyside
TIM PORTEOUS in SCOTLAND at
13:18:51 Sunday May 14 2006
While catching up on some paperwork in the office in Kelso market square I herd
that lovely note of what could only be a Gilbern! Straight out from behind the
desk and to the window I could then see that my hearing was not deceiving me
and I was absolutely correct, not just one but two! The two gentlemen one from
Edinburgh and the other from Durham were real enthusiasts and I enjoyed their
banter. A neighbour used to have a Green one Reg No TEY 622L which I think is
now down in Essex.
Richard at 10:17:13
Saturday May 13 2006
For sale 5 off 51/2J x13 Cosmic Mk5 alloys, 1973 patern, refurbished in silver
two pack. Complete with centres and clip £100 ono Phone: 01376-328242
Lee Morgan in UK at 18:06:02 Tuesday May 9
2006
Wanted ! An Invader 3 rear bumper please !! Also any information on PUH380M
Invader 3 that is nearing restoration completion. Many thanks
David Jamieson in england at
21:33:19 Thursday May 4 2006
Hi Many years ago 1972-3 my school teacher owened an invader so i have been in
the passenger seat once or twice. What i was woundering was do you know of any
cars that might be for sale !! i dont mind a restoration car or a car that is
on the road .Please feel free to pass my email address on to any one that might
have a car for sale or know of someone that might have one Thanks Dave
Jamieson. email davidjamieson2@hotmail.com
gordon johnston in kent at 07:29:40
Tuesday April 25 2006
I have my Mk11 Invader for sale due to lack of space I am only the 3rd owner
from new, well over £3000 spent during the last 5 year's full leather interior
new carpets AVO shocks and new springs large history file and bills to show
whats been spent £3950 ono
t.beierl in uk at 00:23:34 Sunday March 26 2006
Gilbern Gt in driveable condition wanted. Will travel within uk. Slight
restoration project considered. Please email to healey@web.de or ring 07871-466
531. Thank you!
neil davies in gwent at 22:21:59 Monday March
20 2006
I have found a gilbern restingin alocal garden. Itis in a sorry state but is
most definatley restorable.I knocked the owners front door but therewas no
answer.I hope I can find out more for you andpossibly aid this rare beauty out
of retirement. Yours hopfully, Neil Davies
steve johnson in uk at 21:58:47
Tuesday March 14 2006
have just bought a accident damaged non running non mot,d interior less genie
(why do i do it ?) would appreciate any info as to best places for spares and
littreture as to what bits have been used car is going to be used for sprints
and hill climbs (hung up my scimmi a few years back )so would also like to chat
to any one else racing one cheers steve
Andy Williams at 12:36:10
Wednesday March 8 2006
good site more pictures please
Yankee Invader in England at 23:40:08
Friday March 3 2006
Petrol Ted has kindly set up a Gilbern strand in the Gassing Station (forums)on
the Pistonheads website. Go to www.pistonheads.com. It is free (I know you will
all like that, LOL). They have a section for free adverts, as well. My
insurance cover came through today, so I was out tonight for the first time in
the new Invader. Well chuffed!
Keith Inson in Wales at 16:24:10
Thursday March 2 2006
Interested in buying a Gilbern
- kindly let me know if you hear of a good one
for sale?
Simon Lucas in England at 16:09:09
Tuesday February 21 2006
Great looking cars, I have always admired. I've never even had a go in one but
think the styling of the Invader, suitably updated could still find a place in
todays market. A real 'Gentlemans Express'. What happened to all the moulds and
tooling I wonder? Good Website too. Best wishes for your club Simon
Christian Wolstencroft in
England (..I don't play Rugby, so don't blame me!) at 15:16:14 Wednesday
February 15 2006
Just bumped into a chap called Phil (who I understand designed this site) in
Leominster. I drive one of only 2 Citroen AX Cabriolets in the UK, and I
thought I heard a Panzer Tank being started.. A good chat later, Phil was kind
enopugh to take me around the block. On my return, and after I'd managed to
prize the 'ear-to-ear grin' off my face so i could speak, I thanked Phil and
decided that someday I'd have one of these!!! Presently I've just moved in to
Herefordshire from Greater Manchester (Bolton) and am working towards
completing my Private Pilot's Licence. I have some connection with Wales in
that my family holidayed there evety year, I've lived there (SW Wales) for a
couple of 6 months stints, and last year joined with some friends from the
Baptist Church in Skewen on a 2wk mission to Croatia. I was thrilled to learn
that WALES had their own car - and what a beauty! Keep going strong - and save
one for me!
Philip Ivimey (Phil) was presumable road testing the triple choke
downdraught Weber setup on his racing Genie, admittedly it's exhaust is
distinctively throaty, but certainly not to be confused with a 250 HP Maybach
diesel. Phil is the Clubs Racing Secretary and historian providing much of the
history and racing content for the site, although he did not design it
lee morgan in uk at 20:21:23 Sunday
February 12 2006
Just bought an Invader mk iii today, no 175. Needs some interior work and respray.
Would areciate any advice ie carpet manufacturers etc. Many thanks and great
site. Lee
John Connolly in Spain at 18:09:36 Sunday
February 12 2006
I owned a Gilbern Genie, bright lime green / yellow colour which I sold around
30 years ago (to a dealer in Neasden, London) when I moved to France. I think
it was number 109 or perhaps 119 but I can't remember the registration number.
I'd love to know if it's still around. Oh yes, one other possible identifier -
a faint pink tinge to the black carpet in the boot due to an emergency stop
with a five gallon can of emulsion paint in the back! If anyone knows what
happened to it I'd love to hear from them.
kevin brown at 21:39:16 Friday February 10
2006
invader 111 for sale in south wales echo only 3000 miles from new owner
advertising car at 7000.00 pounds
Richard Jones in UK at
16:38:31 Thursday February 9 2006
Genie – 1969, G1134, TRX750G. Black. Ex Tom Kimmet, club archivist, one owner
from new until recently. Paint needs refurb but car runs well. Registered 97000
mls. Good interior but non-original front seats. Glass sunroof. Gilbern Alloys.
MOT Nov/Tax Dec. Looking for £3500.00 Richard Jones 01743-243005. 07952-594131
Roger Frankland in UK at
14:12:50 Tuesday February 7 2006
Invader Mk III – 1976, M30193, LLE567P. Metallic Green. One previous owner.
26,000 recorded miles, believed genuine. In need of restoration, Chassis
restored/ladders done but cills need moulding back. S/S Exhausts,Marina
doorhandles,Revolution Alloys Brakes renewed some years ago. Green Interior.
Previous owner 25 years Complete car in dry storage. Located South East.
£750.00. Initial contact Roger Spares 01892-663263
Anon in France at
21:35:36 Monday February 6 2006
GT1800 – 1965, B100161, CKJ849C. White. Ex John Classey, was hillclimbed in
1968. Not restored, new tyres and in daily use, grey seats, red carpet and
dash. Situated in Meneac, France. 6,000 Euros. Ed Lucas 0297-933874.
M. O’Moore in UK at
21:32:42 Monday February 6 2006
Genie– 1967, G1018, F737KOP. Red. Would be eligible for most categories of
historic motorsport. Restored with many new parts, in good order but really
needs respray. Good tyres on wire wheels and chassis in good order. Needs Seat
Belts fitting for MOT. Engine and transmission good-has 35K on speedo. Urgent
Sale so offers around £1750.00. M. O’Moore 0161-224-5073 or Mobile
07966-170273.
Brian Gent in UK at
15:11:35 Monday February 6 2006
The MK III Invader No. M30084 I advertised for sale, has now been sold.
Rob Wright in UK at
14:07:04 Monday February 6 2006
GT1800 – 1962, B100102, 424HYK. BRG. Early car with fixed quarter lights and
frameless windows. Early BGT mechanics and three bearing engine. Wire Wheels.
Running, driving car but needs some chassis work to cills. Nice Registration.
Price £1500 firm. Rob Wright 01763-244826 or 07747-633729
Roy Slocombe in UK at 20:29:10
Wednesday February 1 2006
Just seen my old Mark Three (chassis 175) on ebay, twenty odd years since I
sold it. Should I sell my GOC tie and 1970s/80s GOC badge on ebay? We won the
Great Griffin Gathering with me navigating and my wife driving. This was the
first time that such a logical combination had been tried, but she was a bit
fed up when the prize ws a GOC tie.
Gethin Jones in Spain at 15:22:19
Wednesday February 1 2006
Hi, In the early 60's I lived and worked in Bridgend and was a founder member
of Bridgend Automobile Club. One of our early members was Peter Cottrel, Peter
had a small garage and tuning business in Pencoed and was responsible for most
of the development work on the early Gilberns. I read your History section and
would like to add a little further information. In 1963/4 Gilbern built a GT
with the Ford Cortina GT 1500 engine and gearbox, but with the normal BMC
suspension and running gear. I owned the car for a while in the early 1990's
and sold it to a local Welsh classic rally competetor who later commited
suicide(no connection) In view of the development route later taken by Gilbern
this car should not be forgotten.
Brian Gent in UK at 12:48:29
Monday January 23 2006
For Sale: 1972 MK III Invader No. M30084. Finished in Ferrari red with tan
interior and black carpets. Chrome wheels, Man/od model, chassis rebuilt 2001,
all new brakes, drives very well. MOT&Tax until November 2006. £3150 -
contact Brian on 01329 236964
Mark Williamson at 22:20:40
Friday January 13 2006
I have a Mk III Invader for sale, PNY 193 L. Originally sold to a factory
employee, this car is complete, but had had a couple of flase starts and so is
in some state of disassembly. Latest falst start was my brother who b
ought some
good seats for the car, before his circumstances changed. I need to sell this
car, to allow me to start work on a 2nd Mk III. The one I am selling is
probably the better of the two, but the one I am keeping has a family history.
e-mail or call 07801 227373 Mark
Phil Robson in UK at 15:41:28
Thursday January 12 2006
I am contacting the club on behalf of my elderly neighbour who has a Gilburn
Invader mark 3 that he would like to sell. I think it was a car he drove in the
70's and has been mothballed since then, with various jobs that need to be done
to get it back on the road. His long term plans were to do it himself, but I
think time has got the better of him! It is a three litre engine, beyond that
my knowledge is woefully inadequate, so I suggest anyone interested should
phone him for a chat etc. His Name is Dougie Teare, and his number is: 07966
868243, or house phone, 0151 280 7782.
neil james in australia at 04:33:23
Tuesday January 10 2006
have known about gilberns nearly all of my life,as i was born in wales and my
father first told me about them.Have only ever see one in the flesh and that
was in adelaide south australia in 1985 parked in the city during the formula
one australian grand prix of that year 1985.The car had victorian registration
plates on it and it was painted in an orangey-red color and had r.o.h wheels on
it.if my memory is correct i think it was a mk3...would some day love to own
one but highly doubt it,as there are probably not that many around.....Enjoyed
visiting your web site....Regards neil
DON SHAW in USA at 22:29:34 Tuesday
January 3 2006
I was looking at an old photo of a 1997 Genie that I used to own over 10 years
ago and decided I would check the internet to see if there was any ifo on
Gilberns and sure enough I found your web site. When I owned the car the
internet did't even exist! I owned my car in England and shipped it to the
States when I moved here in 1980, I kept it for a few years and sold in around
1993. I was surprised to see that the car shown in the "Around the
World" section of your web site is actually my old car (license plate KUB
73 E). Does anyone know it's current where abouts?, I would be glad to share
some of the history on the car if the current owner is interested.
Chris Jones in Wales at
01:02:36 Sunday January 1 2006
Meery Christmas and a Happy new year to you all Nadolig llawen a blwyddyn
newydd Dda i pawb
Adrian Wilson in UK at 10:57:12
Friday December 23 2005
Wishing all gilbern owners a merry xmas and happy new year. Also that they have
hours of fun in there gilberns
Simon Goodwin in North
Shropshire at 11:06:17 Wednesday December 14 2005
I eagerly await your response to my email and would like to join the club.
dave leaver in uk at 20:37:00 Tuesday
December 13 2005
hi i am looking for mk11 invader for restoration project, anything will do any
condition just had new garage built so i need a car too fill space and keep me
out of the pub baaa, and for anybody wanting any assistance in bodywork,
mechanical rebuilds ie eng, g/box,axle, then give me a call or email me, i have
31 years mechanical experiance a full workshop kitted out im not in business i
do it because i love tinkering,give me a call what have you got? [ps i can do
all except trim that takes real skill. my number HOME_ 0117,9610365 MOB:
07931,194563
dave leaver in uk at 20:04:33 Tuesday
December 13 2005
h i im looking for mk11 invader to restore, if any body knows of a cheap one,
Jon in Warwickshire at
10:54:41 Saturday December 10 2005
Invader MKII MEF 323J 1971 Chassis No. 1N1154 Silver/Grey, 107,000 Miles, 4speed
o/d, Sunroof, new tyres, re-con carburettor, new head gaskets, rebuild
radiator, rear axel reconditioned, gearbox re-conditioned, new master brake
servo, shock absorbers, chassis repaired, replacement stop lights
(TCC140’s).Runs well. £2500 o.n.o. Tel:(Jon on) 0789 1689472
Gareth Morgan in Gilbern
Territory - South Wales at 22:51:31 Tuesday December 6 2005
There's a very good road test on the Gilbern Invader Mk 111 comparing it with
the MGCGT in the December 1st edition of Classic Car Weekly. In it Richard Gunn
says of the Gilbern.... apart from being better-looking and more distinctive,
the Gilbern also handles better, sounds better and , i'd probably guess, is
cheaper to look after because of less rust and more ford. He also goes on to
say that after comparing the cars it is actually the Gilbern that emerges as
his favourite. It is the one that he wants..... I say get yours now (if you
can)and join the club!
Andy Thomas in India at 15:53:03
Tuesday December 6 2005
Curiosity took me to the World page on the web site and saw my GT chassis
number in India. I am currently living in India while on a work contract but
fortunately my GT is safely locked up in the UK. The roads are terribly
maintained and congested in Delhi and the road users mostly lacking in skills
or manners, I don't think such a classic would survive long. My work-a-day Ford
is currently in the workshop for the 6th time in 15 months for major crash
repairs, this time it was seriously damaged by two rampaging bulls! There are
some classics here, mainly old British and a few American cars, but they are
only seen at special events.
(Just goes to show you can't beleive all you read in a database, the
entry will corrected. Thanks also for your illuminating report of conditions on
the sub-continent. Paul)
Martin Vickers at 21:34:23 Sunday
December 4 2005
Gilbern GT 1965, restoration/build started as historic rally car. Full weld in
cage fitted, many parts purchased for rebuild including LSD, CR OD SC gearbox,
full MGB engine with forged pistons, big valve head etc knock on minilites and
much more. Please ring or e-mail for full spec and available parts. Moving to
Germany so it all has to go. +44 7801 736291
ian burrows in norfolk at 20:56:27
Friday December 2 2005
Gilbern invader mk2 reluctantly for sale.Totally restored by last owner with
over £5500 being spent on parts alone.Red with new black leather
interior.Fabulous car £3650 ono ian burrows club member 01493 701988 norwich
Archie Paice in UK at 09:51:40 Friday
December 2 2005
I found this site because it is my intention to purchase a Gilbern. What a fine
site it is too, very informative a real pleasure to look at. When I find my car
I shall most certainly join you. Archie Paice.
Brian Somerfield at
16:28:55 Wednesday November 30 2005
For Sale: 1966 GT present owner for last 21 years, pale blue, chassis needs
work. 1967 Gen
Paul Clark at 12:48:04
Sunday November 27 2005
Also on ebay is a so called "THE STORY OF GILBERN CARS RARE DOCUMENTRY
DVD"! There is no such thing - YET, and probably a home burn DVD of the
BBC Wales Anchors Away Program of a few yars ago.
Paul Clark at 12:43:30 Sunday November 27 2005
There an abandon project GILBERN INVADER MK2 1972 (J)for sale on ebay 2day
6hours to run
Stuart Lane at 10:35:32 Sunday November 27 2005
GT1800 wanted – Prefer running MOT’d car for rolling restoration/improvement.
Stuart Lane on 07976-300289.
Brian Somerfield in Somerset at 11:00:12 Saturday November 26 2005
The GOC will have two car stand at 27th Bristol Classic Car Show at the Royal
Bath & West Showground Shepton Mallet, Somerset
Volkmar Neumann in Germany at 19:30:53Thursday November 24 2005
Hello to all Gilbern fans! I have bought just some days ago a Gilbern Genie ,
G1160, KBF 741H. It is little work at the car, front suspension and headlining.
Is there anybody how has a list with interchangable parts from other marques.
If you are a owner of a TVR, i know the club has this lists. regards Volkmar
Neumann
richard coltman in england at 18:16:56
Thursday November 24 2005
i am restoring my invader mk2, the chassis,running gear and engine are
complete.The body is about to be refitted to the chassis and i would like to
make it into a convertable, there was a picture of one on the cover of the club
magazine rarebit in april 1998.Is the car still about and would the owner be
prepared to let me have photos of the conversion and any relevant
information.Contact me at r.coltman@ntlworld.com
Paul Clark at 17:30:49
Thursday November 24 2005
Testing
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bob arnold in essex at 13:43:50
Saturday October 29 2005
I have a 1972 Gilbern Invader Estate Chassis no IN 1343 Reg no OUL 99L white
with a black full length sunroof owned by me since March 1983.The car has been
dry stored for the last 12 years and has lots of spares including heads,4
cosmic wheels, s/motors etc.The car is complete and I would like to sell
complete but would consider breaking for spares if enough interest was shown.
My mobile is 07799-698601 or home 01376-571161. I could arrange delivery at
cost if required.
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bob arnold in essex at 13:43:50 Saturday October 29 2005
I have a 1972 Gilbern Invader Estate Chassis no IN 1343 Reg no OUL 99L
white with a black full length sunroof owned by me since March 1983.The
car has been dry stored for the last 12 years and has lots of spares
including heads,4 cosmic wheels, s/motors etc.The car is complete and I
would like to sell complete but would consider breaking for spares if
enough interest was shown. My mobile is 07799-698601 or home
01376-571161. I could arrange delivery at cost if required.
ed lucas
in france at 11:01:30 Wednesday October 26 2005
FOR SALE IN BRITTANY.FRANCE 1965 Gilbern GT CKJ849C runs well needs
some work but a good usable car. Can be delivered to portsmouth if
necessary. Ex emmel rosner car. white. phone for more details france
0297933874 ask for ed or jenny
simon pill
in uk at 13:51:51 Saturday October 22 2005
i have my eye on a genie that is for sale its rough but would be an
interesting project. my first thought when seeing it was it would make
a fantastic convertable possibly using a triumph hood frame,do you know
of any one that has done this or if its possible any advise would be
greatly appreciated simon pill
Richard
Jones in UK at 12:44:15 Thursday
October 20 2005
Due to lack of driveway/garage space, my 1969 Genie is for sale. It is
in the next two editions of Classic Car Weekly (20 and 27 October) but
please e-mail me for details.
Jake
Davies
in UK at 18:18:26 Tuesday October 18 2005
It's finally time to sell my red mk2 Invader estate (DAY 324K) after
she has been sitting around with very little use for around 2 years.
Very nice example. Fully restored in 1990 and still in excellent
condition. Complete engine reconditioning about 500 miles ago. Nearly
new Spax all round. Email me for pictures. Or call 07967 859 190 for a
chat.
ROB
at 15:32:45 Wednesday October 12 2005
Sadly my Gilbern Genie
is now for sale if interested please email me
your number and I will contact you with full details the car is
mint.
Thanks Rob.
Neil
Halliwell in England at 09:10:15
Wednesday October 12 2005
I am now 39years old, but when I was about 20 i used to own a Gilbern
GT,which I loved.Unfortunatley I was not very mechanically minded and
spiralling maintenance costs forced me to sell the car.
Since that day I have not seen one Gilbern car on the road .
Feeling very nostalgic one day last week I looked up Gilbern on the
internet and came across your Web pages, and to my surprise there was
my old car on your History page,still looking like what I used to think
was the old James Bond DB7. Registration NLG 939C.Can you tell me
anything about its present owner /wereabouts or if indeed it is still
on the road as it has been nearly twenty years. Many thanks Neil
Halliwell
="3">David
White
in England
at 11:52:23 Monday October 3 2005
I am currently looking for a Gilbern Invader to purchase next year or
sooner. Could you advise on prices and key areas to look for when
purchasing.
Many thanks - Dave
White
c o
leary
in ireland at 18:04:37 Saturday October 1 2005
local had one about 1973.i am looking for 1 now.e mail details please
richard
stent
in uk at
15:32:16 Tuesday September 20 2005
hi all, i'm changing my mk2 gilben's gearbox from auto to manul. i have
a automatic with bellhousing for sale (the bellhousing has just been
sand blasted and powder coated in black) and i'm looking for a manul
zodiac mk4 gearbox (4 speed with overdrive) with bellhousing please
help
gareth
fisher
in angus at
22:21:52 Monday September 19 2005
my father owned a gilbern 18oo, bought new from ACE motors. I think its
reg was CRM 23B. The car was in Keswick in the lake district and sold
from there. Seeing some Gilberns there this weekend in the lakes
reminded me of it. Does anyone now where this Gilbern might be ?
IAN
McCARTNEY
in UK at
01:43:48 Thursday September 15 2005
JUST PURCHASED AN INTERESTING GILBERN. ITS AN UNRESTORED MK3 INVADER
REG FWW 341L /CHASSIS M30198.
I'VE BEEN TOLD ITS A WELL KNOWN CAR WITH HISTORY, IS THIS TRUE?
ITS FEATURED ON THE WEBSITE ALOT IF ANYONE WANTS TO SEE IT.
David
Hope
in City of
Edinburgh at 21:55:22 Monday September 12 2005
Would love to own a classic car love the shape of the later models
having saw in practical classics.
Keith
Morgans in
England at 19:36:51 Monday September 12 2005
Former member when I owned YAX 978J Invader 2. Spent many hours
grovelling under this car and would appreciate knowing its whereabouts
and whether there is any possibility that I might buy it back someday.
Best regards - Keith Morgans
wayne
macleod in
gwent at 19:23:20 Sunday September 11 2005
In this months Retro car magazine a feature on a modified mk111 invader.
Mark
Edwards in
Cheshire CW8 1QA at 08:05:42 Saturday September 10 2005
Excellent web site ,any MK111's for sale ;project or running?
stuart
lane
in wales at
18:40:13 Thursday September 8 2005
still looking for a GT give me a ring if any for sale
07976300289
brandon
harman
in uk at
12:32:08 Wednesday September 7 2005
Having worked at Gilbern's for 5 years as an apprentice motor mechanic
(there were only 2 of us, myself and Jim Atkins) and then for A H Jones
for 1 year as a qualified mechanic, I must say that visiting this site
has brought back many memories, some very good write ups and super
pictures. This is a great site and a compliment to Wales, good luck and
hello to anyone that remembers me, Brandon
Alastair
Cox in N/A at 17:14:00 Thursday
September 1 2005
Thinking of buying a GT.
Please drop me a line if you are thinking of selling over the comming
months.
Thanks. Alastair.
Garth
Morgannus in Gwlad y
Celtaidd at 10:22:22 Saturday August 27 2005
Shumai Juan,
Those badges do sound great, i've seen the originals selling on ebay
for up to £20. If the new badges look just as good as the old
ones and
if the club kept the cost to about £5 then they may sell
more....
i may
even buy 2!!
Hwyl fawr
Michael
Allen
in Wales at
05:21:36 Saturday August 27 2005
Very interesting site. Well done for all the effort. Anybody know who
owns the Gilbern brand now or is it with the receiver?
Beth
Phillips in USA at 17:08:22
Friday August 26 2005
I own Gilbern Genie 1014 which has been off the road for nearly three
years due to need for new chassis. It is of no use to me now. The body
is in good shape, it has a new Weber carburator, refurbished radiator,
much good interior detail. If I could get any monetary return on it I
would be grateful. Didn't know where else to post this and keep meaning
to write in to the magazine....Cheers and thanks.
Juan
Mortime
at 14:31:11
Thursday August 25 2005
I understand that the club are to produce enamel lapel badges, what
great news!
What with the mugs and other collectables available from the GOC, is
there need for anyone to log onto that internet auction site?
If the quality of the badges is as good as everything else, can I put
my name down for a dozen please, as they are certain to be collectors
items practically immediately!
john
in uk at 10:06:06 Thursday
August 25 2005
USED TO OWN MK11 ESTATE LWB 544K POSS 15 / 20 YEARS AGO DOES IT STILL
EXIST? NO INTEREST OTHER THAN SENTIMENT.
GOOD LUCK WITH THE MARQUE AND THE WEB SITE.
david
walmsley in england at 12:52:48
Tuesday August 23 2005
Still a great site with good history of the marque.
Following the sad sale of my estate (chassis IN 1154-the very first
estate) I have a load of Mk II spares to sell.
If you are looking for anything give me a call on 07711 639803
Cheers
Dave
Craig
Wagner
in USA at 11:47:40 Tuesday August 23 2005
Great Website !! Have been a Gilbern fan for years, and have enjoyed
your owners club display at the NEC classic car show .
I worked in the mid thru late 70's for the former East Coast USA
importer. British Auto Services, Rockville Maryland, (Washington DC).
Mr. Harold Oaks. He imported MGB powered GT's in I believe 65,66,67. I
do recall reading some interesting letters, and replies, he had with
the factory, over tech., and warranty issues, that were on file there
at the time. I enjoyed working there, as the only "Yank" in the place.
We were a full line Britsh Leyland, and TVR dealer at the time. Mr.
Oaks was a fine gentleman, and I was told by Bob Tullis last year that
he was still alive, although very old.
Again, enjoyed your website, and hope to see you at a future NEC show.
Sincerely,
Craig Wagner
USA
Mike
Ramsay-Fraser
in Scotland at 11:24:58 Monday August 22 2005
Looking for the help of members & other interested parties in
tracing whereabouts of MkIII Invader GUO 174N. This car was bought by
me some 2 years ago & I left it lying on the site where I
viewed it
whilst waiting for workshop space to become available. Unfortunatly,
this took longer than intended & in the interim, the person who
owned the land just to the north of Aberdeen gave the car away without
my permission &, strangly, doesn't know who he gave it to but
believes it was someone on the East Coast of Scotland. All my enquiries
through local car clubs have led nowhere & I'm reluctant to get
the
police involved as I don't believe there was any criminal intent.
However, I WOULD like the car back and any information regarding its
whereabouts would be most graitfully received. Thank you.
Stewart
Clark in Berwickshire at
20:52:54 Tuesday August 16 2005
A former member of owners club owning "OEP 905 L "MARK 3 .Must be 18
years since ownership , how time flies . Now the kids have grown up ,
thoughts turn to possible ownership once more ! First love comes back .
We`ll see !
bob
arnold
in uk at 19:59:56 Thursday August 11 2005
have a invader mk2 estate all original and complete stored last 12
years want to sell if there is any interest.approx £800
please contact
me for more details 07799698601
David
Stephens in UK at 19:32:05
Thursday August 11 2005
Hi guys,
just wondered if my old car....MJJ118L (invader 3) is still around?
Dave
Stephen
Shutes
in USA at 03:00:35 Friday August 5 2005
my dad ownes a '65 GT. I just found this web page
and sent a link to my dad.
thanks, steve
>
keith
atkin
in England at 22:08:48 Thursday August 4 2005
used to two, at the same time, one for my wife and one for me, a mk3
invader reg NEV 548M (where is it now)
and a Genie whose reg I cannot remember.
jean
jones in united kingdom at 19:44:28 Tuesday August 2 2005
i am looking for a driver that drove at brans hatch about 28 years ago
by the name of Anthony ritchards, you would have known a woman by the
name of Christine o'niell it is of vital importance that you contact
the site as i have an urgant message .....please
Graham
Price
in monmouthshire at 20:24:16 Monday August 1 2005
GILBERN GT for sale. 1966, engine running, needs chassis welding. Other
commitments forces sale. £650 ono. For more info ring me on
01873 840473 or 07980 185033.
jeff
sheppard in england at 00:06:11
Monday August 1 2005
I am an ex member- I put an invader back on the road about 15yrs ago -
is she still around? = TBT222H. (sold due to divorce) = I have just
found a rear? (long) bumper I purchased new to put on the car in my
sisters garage-would any one in the club care to purchase
it,.....regards JS.
Mr
B
Frazer-Tomlins in
England at 20:21:53 Tuesday July 26 2005
Thinking of buying a v6 gilbern soon is it possible to have alist of
cars that are for sale
Steve
in bucks at 20:09:31 Thursday July 21 2005
Just to say, I saw a gilbern, in swanbourne, never seen one before, had
to take a pict, the guy who owned it turn'd up, told me the hist, gave
me an info sheet, nice guy. Great car, had to hit your site , very
stylish , saw your tell us & have.all the best , Steve
stuart
lane
in wales at 22:35:37 Tuesday July 19 2005
im interested in buying a gilbern gt any out there?
Gareth
Morgan in South Wales at 21:55:17 Tuesday July 19 2005
Just to let everyone know there is an article on the recent GOC
National day held at Old Warden, Shuttleworth, in the August edition of
Classics Monthly. (see page 14)
my car is the yellow Mk 2,
next to Reg's new lime one!!
paul
rice in uk at 22:55:59 Friday
July 15 2005
hello im just about to get my hands on a gilbern invader mk1 .im told
this used to be the pace car at brands hatch(wether this is true is
another thing) maybe when i find out the reg i can email the club again
and find out more history on it.. it is the v6 model and it has all the
glass taken out and the engine and box . the guy who owns it at the
moment hasn't got the time or space to keep it and get it done so im
going to have a look and see if its worth doing as a project. thanks
and hope to hear from someone soon paul
Andre
in Holland at 21:59:56 Sunday July 10 2005
What is the best way to do a chassis repair at the tubes under the
sills of a Gilbern 1800 GT? Is it possible to separate the body from
the chassis without cutting away any bodyparts? With kind regards for
Holland.
Adam
Jenkins
in Rhondda Cynon Taff at 19:06:50 Wednesday July 6 2005
Great site, really helped with my Welsh homework, and was the talking
point of a class discussion.
Paul
Clark
in Buckinghamshire at 08:59:46 Saturday
July 2 2005
Uxbridge Auto Show 17th July, we have a stand at the show for ten cars.
Would anyone interested in bring their car along for the day please
contact me for tickets.
Tony
Raylor in UK at 18:44:25
Saturday July 2 2005
At last I have got a very good condition original steering wheel for my
MK 1 Invader after trying to find one for 4 years.
Bought it on e-bay for £15.00. The poor vendor advertised it
as a steering wheeel for Austin/Morris 1300GT or Austin Maxi.Not
suprising there were no other bidders.
Thanks for all the help from club members over the last 4 years in
trying to locate one.
phillip
carr in south yorkshire at 16:46:31 Thursday June 30 2005
great website found out more information about gilbern cars hope to
purchase one soon will be in touch near future
phillip
carr in south yorkshire at 16:36:05 Thursday June 30 2005
great website found out more information about gilbern cars hope to
purchase one soon will be in touch near future
Richard
Coltman
in hampshire at 19:48:19 Wednesday June 29 2005
Gilbern Invader mk2 for restoration or a good source of
spares.Completely stripped, chassis rebuilt and painted,front
suspension rebuilt with new disks, bushes,seals and bearings etc.Rear
axle fitted new dampers,brake shoes and cylinders etc.New trailing arm
bushes fitted.Most parts are there to complete car including black
interior,body, wheels etc.Email r.coltman@ntlworld.com for photos or
02392369296 for info.£500 or near offer.
peter
nall
in enland at 10:46:27 Monday June 27 2005
Dear Sir/Madame, when i was just a boy (im 37 now) my dad had red
sports car, ( gene) MJA 840G. It would be fantastic if it could be
traced, my dad would be over the moon of any info you may have.
Steve
Miller in USA at 14:34:14 Friday
June 17 2005
Received a phone call from a gentleman in San Francisco, California
last evening. He had recently acquired a Crofton Bug. As I am an owner
of a Crofton Bug and acting advisor on their restoration, he called
inquiring on parts and processes. He is also an owner of a Gilbern
Genie. I am fascinated by the odd and unusual in automobiles. I enjoyed
visiting your website.
matthew
hollingsworth in UK at 11:34:04
Monday June 13 2005
Stumbled across your national day on Sunday at Shuttleworth, nice to
see so many of these cars. I nearly bought one years ago, and always
like "different" cars. Good to see, keep up the support. I am sure that
3-4 years ago I saw a new Invader bodyshell on the RAF Henlow airbase,
still in bare white fibreglass. It was parked in a parking area in side
the base where there were some caravans stored . This would not be
visible from the road, and I only went there once, and glimpsed it
whilst driving round the site. It may be worthy of follow up, or
someone in goc may be the owner already. Keep up the good work.
Paul
Clark
in UK at 09:42:24 Friday June 10 2005
For anyone interested the follow is listed on ebay bids starting at
.99p: This is a very rare 2.5 Consul bell housing mated to a five speed
2.8 injection Capri gearbox. This setup is an ideal way to convert from
a four speed or four speed and overdrive to a less cumbersome five
speed box.
colin
rumsey
in wales at 23:31:40 Wednesday June 8 2005
thought you might be interested in a programme on bbc1 wales wednesday
@10.40pm ..its called crime solver its a real life ex policeman digging
up past crimes... not much in its self BUT he drives a MK111
Invader....As for me i still have myMk`11 Invader (20 years now) but
ive got to build a garage so i can restore her...Best Wishes ti you
all....Colin Rumsey
Anon
at 23:21:55 Wednesday June 8 2005
Has your site been taken over poker addicts?, ps saw a nice dark blue
mk2 invader on BBC's Flogit last week.Bobba
Stephen
Lake
in UK at 21:27:25 Tuesday June 7 2005
I have a GT 1800 in need of restoration open to sensible offers
Sally
at 14:23:59 Monday June 6 2005
I saw a Gilbern many years ago at the Weston-super-Mare sprint in
(Welsh?) Racing Green and still fancy owning one. Do they come up for
sale very often? If so, where, please?
Gareth
Morgan in South Wales at 21:20:25 Sunday June 5 2005
Here it is at last, a TV series called Crimesolvers, the star of the
show being a very nice white Gilbern MK 111, look out for the first of
the shows on Wednesday night(8/6/05) at 10.40pm on BBC 1 Wales. This is
great news for all Gilbern fans and Gilbern car owners alike.
Jamie
Cook
in Flintshire at 22:24:42 Saturday June 4 2005
Hi
I grew up with a silver mk11 FPF212J Would like to trace if it is still
in existance[have lots of fond memories]
Please send any info on models for sale
Gary
Karmy
in England at 16:34:15 Friday June 3 2005
your website is very nice! I am a big fan of Gilberns, and am
interested in buying one. Good luck for the future!
Keith
Sleigh at 17:26:50 Thursday June
2 2005
Still looking for good useable GT or Mk2, Cash or PX for super Mercedes
230TE, excellent cond, leather, electric seats, sunroof, windows,
mirrors.
100% reliable, years MOT
mr
s.maxwell
in uk at
14:51:36 Wednesday June 1 2005
a very good but dated site, has given me a lot of insite to the gilbern
and its history.as i plan to buy a late mk11 to restore this was
supposedly a pace car at brans hatch once upon a time. thanks s.m.
Richard
Jones
in UK at
14:14:34 Wednesday June 1 2005
I have done some more digging to solve my problem re rear lights. It
seems that the rear light clusters and rear lights (with two screws
through the central reflector) are part number MP34, Britax Lens 9020.
They are available from camping trailer suppliers for about
£12-£13.
Paul
Clark
in UK at
11:13:05 Wednesday June 1 2005
Note from the editor. Would contributors to Rarebit please supply any
pictures accompany articles in their native .jpg or .gif formats along
with the text, and not just as embedded images in a Word.doc. Resizing
the latter results in very large file sizes that cannot then be
emailed.
Brian
& Carol Gent
in UK at 11:02:17 Wednesday June 1 2005
We are looking to purchase a Gilbern GT or Genie. Must be in running
condition. Please contact Brian or Carol on 01329 236964 (Fareham, Nr
Portsmouth, Hampshire)
Paul
Clark
in UK at 20:32:43 Thursday May 26 2005
Sorry this service has been off line due to spammers
Frances
Arnold at
11:48:00 Tuesday May
24 2005
jamesmcewan - have tried to email you without success. The Club would
be interested in your archive material. Please email
stephen.arnold@gilbernoc.co.uk to discuss. Many thanks.
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/b>
Frances
Arnold at 10:27:53 Tuesday
May 24 2005
There is a MkII Invader currently for sale on ebay if anyone is looking
for one.
Tony
Raylor in
UK at 00:30:06 Tuesday May 24 2005
Re Steering Wheel;
Correct e-mail address. Got fingers on wrong keys first time
Tony
Raylor in
UK at 00:28:11 Tuesday May 24 2005
Still looking for an original steering wheel as fitted to MK 1
Invader.Leather covered,three spoke,five holes in each spoke. Somebody
must have one sitting in a garage somewhere!!!
Jim
McEwan in Bucks at 21:32:28
Monday May 23 2005
Although I am not a gilbern owner I have always admired the cars in
particular the Estate. I have even managed to visit the gatherings at
Coalville & Old Warden a number of years ago.
I am trying to have a tidy up so my small collection of road tests and
photographs that I have collected over the years will have to go
(hopefully to a good home). If anyone in the club or the club itself is
interested please let me know. There is NO CHARGE - FREE even.
Is there anyone in the Milton Kenyes area
Regards,
Jim McEwan
(Clan Owners Club historian)
mr
d tharby in england at 21:35:02
Sunday May 22 2005
I am at presant looking to buy invader the history is very informative
thank you del boy
Martin
Ingall in Kent
at 09:40:03 Saturday May 21 2005
Just having another quick look at the site which is always great to
see. Keep up the good work.
The President!
marcus
wiltshire in wales / uk at
00:18:22 Friday May 20 2005
Paul- thank you for your comments- i got this snippet of information
from visiting the Bromley,Kent classic car show in approx. 1990. There
was a convertible Genie for sale- the owner told me it was one of
approx. 5 factory convertibles which were one-off customer
requirements. Sorry i can't be any more specific than that- i don't
recall the gentleman's name. The car looked superb and was for sale for
#5,500. It would surely have been a sales hit as a productionised
model. With the club offering new bodyshells this could be an
interesting variant...
mark
in northants at 20:18:28 Thursday May 19 2005
free ivader ch no 1032 in bits 07739332057
Richard
Jones
in UK at
13:28:06 Wednesday May 18 2005
Further to my last comment, I was referring to the rear lamp cluster.
The reflector took the brunt of the force and has shattered, but the
unit to which it was screwed has also been damaged. The lights behind
are fine.
Richard
Jones
in UK at
12:58:08 Wednesday May 18 2005
Hello all. I have a 1969 Genie with the later smaller curved rear
lights of the early Invader. Unfortunately I had a slight accident when
moving the car into the garage and the plastic cover has broken between
the red and amber sections. Also the refelctor in the centre section
has also broken. Does anybody know where I can source a repalcement
unit/what vehicle were they originally from.
Thanks
Rich
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Richard
in east anglia at
10:51:31 Monday May 16 2005
Mk2 invader still for sale due to time waster! MUST sell due to lack of
space.Asking around £2200 but no good offer refused.Mot end
of
aug,taxed.Call for details 07796 541343 01603 611936.
marcus
wiltshire in wales / uk at
22:55:31 Sunday May 15 2005
excellent website with in depth history and good pictures. I am
intrigued that there is no mention of after- market convertibles- i
have seen two with my own eyes ! Apparently approximately 5 factory
built convertibles were made in response to one-off requests by
customers (as well as after-market chopped versions. Do these survive ?
A fascinating if obscure part of Gilbern history.
Marcus
you make a good point, and we
will be sure to include a section for members modified cars in the next
revision that will naturally include convertibles. There are probably
four member converted examples in existence, but to my knowledge there
were no factory converted cars. This is not to say there were none as
customer specials were often accommodated but, as no proper factory
records survive, so I would be very interested how you arrived at your
figure. Paul Clark email links on this site.
ali
at 01:16:29 Friday
May 13 2005
I wonder if anybody out there can help me?
I am after any information regarding a Gilbern 1800GT with the number
plate GAD 570D.....
If anyone has any info feel free to email busterthedog2003@yahoo.co.uk
Mike
Gahan
in London at
18:21:19 Thursday May 12 2005
Was the second owner of UJE 563 K a silver Estate, bought from ACE, was
made for a Doctor in Cambridge. Had an all black interior with the
padded dashboard. Black full length Webasto sunroof. Unable to recall
dates of ownership. Might come to the meet at Biggleswade 12th June.
Regards MIKE
rob
chiles at 11:30:59 Wednesday May
11 2005
Could any members supply me details of a company for re-chroming
services many thanks
Mike
Hanny
in S WAles at
20:46:27 Monday May 9 2005
I visited the factory often during production of the GT and remember
seeing the invader prototype being assembled,Ialso remember the v8 GT
of Peter Cotrell.I think it was a sort of orange colour,it eas at
LLandow race track and had snapped a rear drive shaft,the shaft was
twisted as if made of soft plastic.
Andrew
Martin in South Yorkshire at
18:23:23 Monday May 9 2005
I am visiting your website through pure accident, I recently went
shopping with my wife as I was parking up i saw this familiar looking
car pull up across from me I wracked my brain to figure out the name of
it then all of a sudden scaring my wife to death I remembered it was a
very well restored Gilbern though the model I am unsure of.
Brian
Williamson in England at
22:13:41 Sunday May 8 2005
My sons are about to buy two old damaged Gilberns (one formerly
belonging to their late uncle) as a project/projects.
I am interested to be involved and wanted t o remind myself about
Gilberns.
Thanks for the site
Gareth
Morgan
in Bridgend
at 23:36:45 Saturday May 7 2005
There is an interesting article in June's edition of Classic &
Sports Car, featuring Les Tod's lovely mkII Estate, with a Scimitar GTE
SE5a.
Stephen
Travis
in England at
18:08:19 Saturday May 7 2005
Hi there
I have a Gillbern Invader Mk3 for sale.
It is red with black cloth interior, she is in top condition and has
had lots of work done. there is lots of history with the car.
she has over drive and stainless steel exhausts and manifolds
12 months
steve
cooper
in uk at
09:50:00 Tuesday May 3 2005
hello
I have a secret yearning for a gilbern.
with that lovely essex engine.
can you help me?
steve
0771 2223371
Frances
Arnold - Membership
sec. at 11:58:33 Wednesday April
27 2005
Andrew Pritchard left a message to say he had submitted an on-line
application. Unfortunately, this does not currently work! Please get
back in touch Andrew, as you did not leave a telephone number.
Graham
Haigh
in USA at
01:23:06 Monday April 25 2005
Interesting site.
Have been thinking about a Gilbern for some time. Can anybody give me
some info. on the GibernOC weekend at Shuttleworth 11 & 12
June? I
shall be back in the UK by then, and would like to try and attend. I
live in Leeds but will be visiting my daughters down in Hertfordshire.
[Know Shuttleworth, as I used to live in Biggleswade].
Any info. on Gilbern's for sale? I saw the estate advertised on e-bay,
but whilst I am a keen car person and have worked on many cars, I think
that was just a little too much work before it would be driveable.
Colin
Stringer in
Somerset at 13:54:12 Thursday April 21 2005
Lapsed member now with car for sale. 1970 Genie. Ran well and used
daily for 5 years. Lots of history. Interior good - restored recently.
Unleaded conversion. Ferrari carb. Restored servo/breaks. Rear wings
removed for chassis repairs. Ran out of enthusiasm. £750 ono
01278 641689. (Sorry for the cheeky attempt at cheap advertising)
>Richard
in east anglia at 21:13:25 Tuesday April 19 2005
Mk2 invader for sale,taxed and tested pretty good condition, must
sell,space needed! offers around £2200 phone for more details
07796 541343
Gurv
in England at 17:16:03 Tuesday April 12 2005
hi have been looking for a Mk3 Invader for some time, top car wanted
really, top money wating for the right car, please contact me via
email, regards Gurv
Chris
Wilsher in
England at 13:35:12 Tuesday April 12 2005
Great site. Impressed to see mentions of Alternative Cars magazine...
Have been searching low and high for back issues of this, especially
from the 1979-82 era... any ideas would be much appreciated!
Kind regards,
Chris Willsher.
Sue
Till
in Australia at
07:05:58 Tuesday April 12 2005
Cool Site!
Mark
Williamson at
17:11:21 Monday April 11 2005
I am trying to trace an Invader Mk3, registration NNY 809L that was
owned and raced by my uncle, Nicholas (Nick) Hill, who lived in
Braintree, Essex. Does anyone know of this cars whereabouts?
Thanks, Mark
John
Robbins in UK at
14:06:09 Monday April 11 2005
Moving abroad so my second Invader Estate, 1972, needs a new home.
Chassis Welded, seats recovered. Needs mechanics re-assembling, carpets
(new carpet length included), roof lining (ford estate lining included
that could be adapted), window seals (50 feet of mini profile
included), brakes re-asembling, clutch freeing (new plate included),
suspension re-bushing, small amount of body tidying, respray. Allegedly
second to last estate built. Vario
us parts and spares included
including a scim wiring harness. Reg worth £600
(www.regtransfers.co.uk). Good solid car that is a realstic and
starightforward project (my other Estate needs more work!) Offers
around £800.
Loads of pics available.
M W
JACKSON
in GB at 21:10:56
Tuesday April 5 2005
WOULD LIKE TO KNOW THE WHEREABOUTS OF INVADER ESTATE REG.DWD750K. I
HELPED BUILD THIS CAR AND OWNED IT UNTIL THE LATE 80'S. IS IT STILL
OVERHEATING?
Peter
in Wales/U.K. at
17:09:25 Monday April 4 2005
Have been considering getting a classic car for sometime now andmy
father has recently expressed an intrest in sharing the cost of
purchase and ownership with me. He is more interested in the small
sporty M.G. or Triumph and I have always leant towards the Rover P5B or
recently the Humber Hawk. Having viewed your site I was just wondering
if the cost of owning a GT like the later Invaders is comparitve with
the afore mentioned motors.
If you have any views on this please feel free to email me.
Richard
coltman
in Hampshire
at 13:13:42 Sunday April 3 2005
Wanted 1800GT will swap two Invader mk11.One complete in light grey
with grey interior restored in the 90's in good condition with tax and
mot.The 2nd invader is a restored chassis with rebuilt brakes and
suspension and most parts to complete .I want a car that is running
with mot , don't mind minor work.Ring 07876715941 or email at
r.coltman@ntlworld.com for photo's etc.
Ray
Caldicott
in uk at
10:24:46 Friday April 1 2005
i still have my 1970 invader estate for restoration or spares for sale
reg mab349k what should we say £200.00 or £1000.00
maximum
?.01568612343.
t face="arial" size="3">Rich
in Norflok at 21:33:32 Tuesday March 29 2005
Looking for an invader! Anything considered! Please feel free to get in
touch if you can help me,07796 541343,01603 611936(norfolk)
thanks,Rich.
John
Hall in France at 19:30:39
Sunday March 27 2005
I built the first Genie for Ray Elsworthy.of Elsworthy enginering
Tongwynlais. 1966/67.I had a garage in Cardiff before moving to
Brittany France.
Mark
Williamson in UK at
22:44:22 Friday March 25 2005
My late unlce, Nick Hill had a gilbern that he raced, and another that
never got rebuilt. The racer lived in my nans garage for ages and i
used to just stare at it.
Wonder where it is now??
Paul
Yates
at 13:20:47
Friday March 25 2005
Due to a complete breakdown in communication with the supplier, there
is a brand new set of grey leather seat covers, front and back,
available for a Mk2 saloon.
No doubt could be adapted for a Genie, perhaps anyone interested would
get in touch, either via e-mail or on 01707 372797(W) or 320151(H)
andrew
in uk at
15:30:08 Tuesday March 22 2005
Hi there - looking for an Invader Mark3 to purchase. Can anyone help?
richard
coltman
in hampshire
at 19:06:57 Wednesday March 16 2005
Invader mk11.Body off restoration started, for sale due to loss of
garage.Chassis repaired and painted,suspension and brakes
rebuilt,painted and refitted to chassis.Most parts of the
car,body,interior,engine are present.£900 ovno.Photo's can be
emailed, contact me on 07876715941 or at r.co
ltman@ntlworld.com
Portsmouth
David
Benson
in South Wales
at 11:26:12 Friday March 11 2005
Came across your site by accident. Always had a soft spot for Gilberns
and would love to own one.
Brilliant site
TERRY
CHAPPELL
at 13:51:20
Wednesday March 9 2005
1972 ESTATE STILL, YES STILL FOR SALE.
HOUSE SOLD SO GILBERN HAS TO GO.
TEL 07801 287009
Keith
Sleigh
at 18:26:44
Tuesday March 8 2005
Swap Mercedes 230TE, 1990, 121k miles, service history, green, Full
leather interior, electric seats, sunroof. Superb condition. 12 months
MOT, New exhaust
For best Gilbern offered, cash adjustment either way
Roger
Burns in UK at 10:47:05 Sunday
March 6 2005
My 1972 Invader Mk.2 is for sale. Good runner on recon engine, Mot
'till September. Looking for £2750 Ono, tel. 01455 635701 for
more details.
Darran
Tee
in Suffolk at
10:11:13 Friday March 4 2005
Hi looking for MK111 any condition considdered,
i have Mini Cooper 96 if interested in part ex
Home
rial" size="3">Ray
caldicott in uk at
10:29:48 Tuesday March 1 2005
invader mark 2 reg mab349k 1970 estate for sale restoration required or
very good sorce for spares. 01568612343
Gareth
Morgan in S.Wales at 00:28:25
Saturday February 26 2005
169 JUH - 1800GT ANYBODY KNOW IF THIS CAR IS STILL AROUND, SOMEONE I
KNOW WITH PAPERWORK AND PHOTOS OF THE CAR WANTS TO GIVE THEM TO PRESENT
OWNER.
Susan
Adkins
in USA at
16:58:51 Friday February 25 2005
As a chorister in Cor Cymraeg De Califfornia I often check other Welsh
websites as our members are always interested in Welsh music (of
course!),language,culture and history. I have found your site to be
most interesting and look forward to sharing with the choir the Gilbern
contribution to Wales and the auto industry. Diolch yn fawr!
Kev
in England at
23:26:26 Monday February 21 2005
Top website, i am intrested in buying one,have been for years. can you
help?
Nigel
Kai in USA at 03:47:01 Sunday
February 20 2005
I'm staying in S. Wales for a few months and looking to buy a Gilbern
to drive around. Any information regarding any Gilbern for sale is
greatly appreciated. Mobile 07786 621466
="arial" size="3">richard
stent
in england
at 17:10:05 Wednesday February 16 2005
what is the going price for a invader mrk11 gilbern. that needs some
restoration?
John
Filsell at
11:30:35 Thursday February 10 2005
Dear members,
I am considering running an Invader estate as a daily vehicle &
will be looking at one soon. Whilst aware of the sourcing for the basic
mecahnicals of the car I don't know much about where other parts were
sourced from and what they would be common to so...
Much appreciated would be any advice at all, but particularly in the
following areas:
1: Are there any areas of chassis prone to rot that I should beware of,
or any areas of the body that get stressed and weak?
2: Could anyone provide ball park figures for perishable components on
the car (from suspension to brakes to window seals etc) as I imagine
that I will need to replace the lot.
And most importantly! 3: Are there any components which wear out with
constant normal use which are hard to source now and therefore make the
idea of daily use impractical?
Thank you very much.
Anon
at 21:14:47 Tuesday February 1
2005
E-mail
kevin
brown in s.glam at 13:44:31
Saturday January 29 2005
3 gilberns for sale on ebay
ray
caldicott in uk at
15:09:58 Tuesday January 25 2005
i have a 1970 invader estate for restoration anyone interested ? tell
01568 612343
>Graham
Burton in UK at
19:28:17 Wednesday January 12 2005
I have for sale a MK.3 Invader no.32 and tax exempt.The car has an MOT
to Aug. and is taxed until Oct.Work is required but good project. Ring
01788 823360 or email for details
BARTLEY
JONES in WALES at 17:14:45
Tuesday January 11 2005
my uncle worked at the gilbern factory an has some broshures and
pictures of the production lines.
rhys
tarrant-clements at 23:46:42
Monday January 3 2005
very good easy to use site - I am an ex-member with an estate in need
of a rebuild - reg no snh 80k - recently moved here from pentyrch and
would appreciate the local club contact - will send off renewal after
hols over.
DAVID
PASSFIELD in ESSEX
at 15:37:47 Monday December 27 2004
HI ALL IVE HAD A MK2 IN THE PAST AND AM NOW LOOKING FOR A VERY NICE
MK3. CAN ANYONE HELP?
Robin
Hutton
in
Worcestershire at 11:49:51 Monday December 20 2004
I bought a Genie new and subsequently an Invader GAD653L. I wondered
where it was now. I was a member of the club years ago
Paul
Yates
at 20:50:05
Tuesday December 14 2004
A barn discovery and subsequent purchase of another Invader in a moment
of madness, prompts the sale of the last estate known to the club.
Recommissioned after being laid up for some time, the estate has a 3.1
RS engine, new full leather interior, sun roof and never-used tow bar.
Dark blue with black roof, please e-mail for more details or phone
01707 320151(H) or 372797(W)(Herts.)
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Ian
Hannay in UK at
20:30:10 Tuesday December 14 2004
I owned OHO 150 G which is shown in your gallery around 1969 1972. The
car was a metalic blue when I bought it from John Dangerfield in
Bristol. I had it resprayed in Prsche Tangerine. Whilst in my ownership
the car spent a year in Gran Canario whilst I was working in Nigeria. I
sold the caras we were leaving the country in a sailing boat and could
not keep it. It was a super car and I still have very fond memories. At
present I have a Triumph TR6 as I like open air motoring. What a pity
Gilbern never made a soft top! Happy motoring. Ian Hannay
Tony
Sharp
in WALES at
09:34:53 Saturday December 11 2004
I OWNED AN 1800 FROM 1964 WITH REGISTRATION BBB3B. I RETAINED THE
NUMBER AND I THINK THE NEW ALLOCATED NUMBER WAS 169 JUH. It was
originally metallic green but after becoming a 'sandwich' which left
the car with slightly flared rear wings, it was resprayed dark green.
Is it still out there?
Gottardo
Pestalozzi in
Switzerland at 10:16:08 Tuesday December 7 2004
Hi
I maintain a site on rare 2-door station wagons,
http://www.shooting-brake.com. Among the cars I'm still missing is the
Gilbern Invader MK II Estate. Anyone willing to provide pics? They
would be very appreciated. Any other British specialties of the same
kind are welcomed as well.
ANDREW
HEATH
in ENGLAND at
22:00:51
Wednesday December 1 2004
Just to update and introduce myself I have just purchased the strage 2
litre 1985 car chassis no M30203 it is now on a age related plate
PVT105L
and not the c plate.I am keen to make contact with anyone who can
advise
on spec and fittings for that model as it has a lot of parts I have
never
seen on another mk3.Regards Andrew ( e. mids)
e="3">Phill
Hoare in England
at
18:55:02 Tuesday November 30 2004
I am looking to buy a Gilbern in the new year. hopefully a Mk 3
Invader! and may well be in contact for some help to find one! Regards,
Phill
Reg
Alia
at 14:49:25
Tuesday
November 23 2004
The all new Gilbern Owners Club "Road Test Book" is now well on its
way, the pre-production prototype is on my desk and the real thing is
only days away. Complete with many "never seen before" articles and
adverts, this new book in the club colours and style should be a great
improvement on the last compilation of road test reports. Orders are
now being taken for this new addition to the regalia range, so please
get in touch with how many are required. Umbrellas are now at the
R&D stage, so your damp days may be over for good! (smaller
umbrellas for use inside the car are also under consideration)
Lyndon
Davies
in Surrey at
13:01:39
Monday November 22 2004
I've just been writing about driving a 4.5 Lagonda in the 60s that was
based in Pontyclun, (where incidentally several others were at that
time).
I drove it to Church Village to meet a chap called Peter or Fred
Cottrell
who was going to do something clever to the car. I think we went to his
garage
in Pencoed where there was a lotus that was very flimsey and quick
unlike
the Lagonda. The reg was LOV 1 or NOV 1. The reg of the old car was AUF
45
which all the local kids knew as An Ugly F.....g 4.5. How could it be
forgotton? Anyway it did much for my later interest in Lotus and
Lagonda! The web site corrected my spelling of Cottrell and enabled me
to get on with the article. Many thanks Lyndon Davies Nov 04
Terry
Chappell
in England
at
11:48:56 Thursday November 18 2004
Gilbern Invader MK II Estate for sale.Terry Chappell again (see below)
with extra info. Reg JTF 200K. Email me at terrychappell@hotmail.com.
Terry
Chappell
in England
at
11:44:09 Thursday November 18 2004
1972 Gilbern Invader Mk II Estate - Still for sale £850.Can
now
send
scanned photos via email.
="3">rob
at 10:25:32 Thursday November
18
2004
Gilbern estate on e-bay at the moment. Looks quite presentable needs a
gearbox sorted and a bit of trim work.The best bit is no vinyl roof!!!
david
in england at 22:36:06 Saturday November 13 2004
Hi again
David
Popham
in England at
13:48:37
Wednesday November 10 2004
I have only recently come online. I was searching for a site not
related to Gilberns but having just visited this site I have become
intrigued.It is
certainly worth visiting again and I might have a few original material
that
you might be interested in using as archive
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