1988 Clan Clover

Lot Number: 732

1988 Clan Clover

One of just 20 examples of this very rare development of the early-1970s Clan Crusader, this Clan Clover has been subject to a photo-documented restoration costing over £19,000.

  • Sold for: £6,359

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 24th August, 2025 at 11.00am local time at The Wing, Silverstone Circuit, NN12 8TN

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Red

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    IIW 8704

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    13547 Miles

SUMMARY

One of just 20 examples of this very rare development of the early-1970s Clan Crusader, this Clan Clover has been subject to a photo-documented restoration costing over £19,000.

DESCRIPTION

  • In 1982, some 'unofficial' Clan Crusader body moulds were bought by Peter McCandless who started a new company, Clan Cars Ltd, in Newtownards, NI
  • We understand that about 120 road cars and ten competition cars were built over the next four years
  • In 1985, Clan Cars developed a new, mid-engined version called the Clan Clover which utilised a 1,490cc, 105bhp Alfa Romeo flat-four engine and gearbox
  • This remarkably well-preserved example is believed to be #13 of the circa 20 produced and presents well in glorious red paintwork with grey-piped red sports seats and sits on colour-coded, split-rim, compomotive alloys
  • Over £19,000 in invoices from a classic vehicle specialist document a thorough mechanical overhaul in 2020 including an engine rebuild, gearbox, brake system, fuel system, tyres and running gear
  • A photographic account from the initial thorough inspection through to reassembly shows professional attention to detail 
  • There is an active Clan Owners Club with parts-support and various exclusive events
  • Very well presented and obviously cared for, this rare Irish classic will surely turn heads and provoke conversation at any classic car show

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
732
Make
CLAN
Model
CLOVER
Registration Number
IIW 8704
MOT Expiry
20/05/2025
Chassis Number
000013
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Red

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Consignor

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SCORE:

114 / 135

Exterior


Bodywork:

Glass:

Paint:

Chrome:

Trim:

Remarks

Paintwork presents well however is older paint on fibreglass

Interior


Door-Cards:

Carpets:

Seating:

Headlining:

Dashboard:

Boot:

Remarks

Unrestored original condition and rated as such for a late 80's car

Engine


Components:

Appearance:

Starting:

Running:

Remarks

Variuos invoces on file documenting overhaul and rebuild

Transmission


Gears:

Clutch:

Drive-Shaft:

Running Gear


Axles:

Chassis:

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Bearings:

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Wheels & Tyres:

Remarks

Recent new tyres and attention to running gear components.

Electrics


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Vehicle History


About the Seller Rating


A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 25th August. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.

Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.

For larger vehicles such as vans, transporters etc. please contact EM Rogers on +44 (0)1604 755511 for a quote.

If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before 9am on 25th August, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.

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