Gilbern
Production ceased in 1973
Gilbern cars were made in Llantwit, Pontypridd, Glamorgan, Wales between 1959 and 1973.
Later versions came with an MGA or MGB engine and coil sprung BMC rear axle. In 1966 a larger upmarket model, the Genie appeared, with 3 litre Ford V6 power. This in turn led to the Invader with improved chassis. The Invader was available as a complete car and an estate version was also made. The cars were expensive for the time and production ceased in 1973.
Gilbern cars were made in Llantwit, Pontypridd, Glamorgan, Wales between 1959 and 1973.
Gilbern logo.
Gilbern Sports Cars (Components) Ltd was founded by Giles Smith and
Bernard Friese and was one of the few cars to be made in Wales. The
first car, the GT Mk 1 was initially available with either Austin-Healey
Sprite or Coventry Climax engines and attractive 2+2 coupe bodywork.
The chassis was fabricated from steel tubing and front suspension was
initially from the Austin A35. Later versions came with an MGA or MGB engine and coil sprung BMC rear axle. In 1966 a larger upmarket model, the Genie appeared, with 3 litre Ford V6 power. This in turn led to the Invader with improved chassis. The Invader was available as a complete car and an estate version was also made. The cars were expensive for the time and production ceased in 1973.
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