GT

Total production about 277 Chassis numbers start: A100001 to A10023 ? B10024 to B100243 ? C100242 to C100277 ?

The first models were sold in 1960 powered by Austin Healey Sprite or Coventry Climax FWA engine, although it is unlikely that any of these still exist. Rear suspension was a live axle mounted on twin trailing arms with coil springs and telescopic dampers, an arrangement that became standard on all models. The chassis is of multi-tubular construction forming a full floor pan. Components came initially from the A35, later changing to Morris Minor 1000.

First announced in 1962 was the MGA powered version, followed at the 1963 Motor Racing Show by the MGB 1800 cc version.
The most commonly surviving version today, the GT1800, used MGB mechanicals, front suspension and rear axle. The first built also used original 3 bearing crank engine but later in 1963, as with the MGB, this was changed to the more reliable 5 bearing crank. Some of the last cars were built with the then new Ford V4 (those with chassis numbers start C) but this was not a successful installation and it is unlikely that any remain with this installation

Genie

Total production about 200 Chassis numbers start: G1001 to G1197

Announced at the 1966 Motor Show, the Genie introduced a new body shape with more powerful engine. The first cars were built in 1967 and continued in production until 1970. Cars were sold in both component form or fully factory built.

Power came from a MkIV Zodiac 3ltr V6 with twin choke Weber carb or optionally a Zephyr 2.5 ltr with single choke down draft Zenith both with either 4 speed or 4 speed with overdrive gearbox also from the Zephyr or Zodiac range. A small number of cars were originally fitted with Tecalmet Jackson fuel injection (9?) Although probably most have long since been converted back to Weber carb.

Suspension on the first 30 to 40 cars, was still MGB and wire wheels, although a number were fitted with Austin Healey 3000 rear axle. Later cars have MGC rear axle and front uprights with Gilbern designed alloy wheels that remained a feature until the appearance of the Mk3. Lateral location of the rear axle was provided by Watts linkage. The body shape of the Genie is also common to Mk1s and Mk2s but the various marques can usually be identified from detail fitments and fittings. Genies may be distinguished by the large Lucas rear lights from the Ford Thames Van (similar in shape to the early Ford Transit flatbed).

All Genies have vinyl covered dashboard and center console, P4 Rover 90/100 (MGB style) external door handles and the bonnet have two forward facing vents. Other features are opening front quarter lights and MGB style opening rear side windows. Electric windows were an optional extra.

 Invader MkI, MkII - Estate

Total Production about 394 ! Chassis numbers start: IN1001 to IN1394

Production started in 1969 and continued to 1972, approximately 81 MkIs the remainder are MkIIs, of which at least 105 are Estates, probably more, and not the often quoted 68. Cars were still available in component or fully built form, now with electric windows standard and a walnut veneer dashboard, although some cars were fitted with Genie style vinyl dash but a different lower center console.

Like the late Genie, all models had MGC suspension but the front lever dampers were replaced by true double wishbones with co-axial coil springs and dampers. Power is provided by the MkIV Zodiac 3ltr Essex V6 engine with overdrive gearbox as standard and an automatic gearbox option.

The MkI chassis was modified from the Genie and later modified again for the MkII with different suspension points and a Panard rod in place of the Watts linkage. The first Estate, built in 1971, was chassis no. IN1154 and although having redesigned rear shock absorber mountings, they are numbered as saloons.

The saloon Invader bodyshell is distinguished from the Genie by different (smaller) rear lights and side vents added to the rear roof pillars. On the bonnet, vents also changed from front to rear facing, albeit that some were fitted with Genie type. All exterior door handles were flush. MkIs and most MkIIs have Gilbern made flush rectangular chrome handles with hidden latch releases but some late MkIIs are fitted with Triumph Stag type, as are nearly all MkIIIs. Other features such as opening front quarter lights and rear side windows may be present on some MkIs but were all fixed on MkIIs.

Invader Mk3

Chassis number start: M30001 to M30201 LH001 to LH009 Left hand drive model

Production started in 1972 and continued until about 1974, all cars were now factory built (although some cars were completed later, even as late as 1993!)

The bodyshape is distinct from earlier models although it is still "basically Genie" with common front and rear windscreens. At the front there is a raised bumper line with a remodeled grille and Triumph 2000 sidelights beneath, plus integral fog lamps in the valance. A lowered bodyline, due to Ford 13" wheels, is sharp unlike earlier models and there are small wheel arches to cover the wider track. There is also a new bonnet and a restyled boot with MkI Escort rear lights. Triumph Stag exterior door handles are fitted to all but the last few, which are from the Morris Marina. Inside there is a new style walnut dash and high back seats. A radio with electric aerial came as standard.