MERLIN SPORTS CARS LIMITED

ABOUT MERLIN SPORTS CARS LIMITED

In 1975, the model underwent a makeover when Washington-based Thoroughbred Cars started accepting custom orders for the body and frame. The company designed personalised box-section frames and the new models were equipped with Ford or GM V-6s and small-block V-8s at the front and VW or Porsche engines at the rear.

In 1980, Peter Gowing, who owned a business specializing in VW accessory sales and body transformations, imported two Witton “Tiger” body shells into the UK. One of those shells was used to manufacture a VW-based car, which was named “Merlin Trans-axle”. The manufacturer had to use extensive advertising to sell the car, after which the original Witton shell was redesigned.

Paris cars introduced a two-seater edition of the “Merlin Plus Two” and named it “Merlin Two Seater”. In 1992, the company launched a Ford Sierra-based chassis design that went on to contribute to approximately 75 percent of the sales. This model was named “Merlin iRS”. In May 1988, Paris Cars stopped the production of Merlin with over 700 cars gracing its portfolio during that time.

Owning a Merlin car is not about speed or efficiency, but it is about elegance, experience, individuality, and craftsmanship. We, provide the best support for your car ensuring you have the perfect Merlin experience every time you hit the road. From providing inspection and maintenance assistance to ensuring customisation of your Merlin vehicle, our team of trained technicians strives to make sure that you continue to feel the glory and pride of owning a classic car that mirrors a demonstration of design, art, engineering brilliance, and traditions.