Reliant Robin

Reliant Robin
1977 Reliant Robin (Mk 1)
Overview
ManufacturerReliant
Production1973–1981 (UK)
1989–2001 (UK revamped)
2001–2002 (B&N Plastics)
AssemblyTamworth, England
Athens, Greece (1974–1978, under licence)
Burntwood, England
DesignerOgle Design
Body and chassis
ClassCity car (A)
Body style2-door saloon
3-door estate
3-door hatchback
3-door panel van
LayoutFMR Front-mid engine with rear-wheel drive
RelatedReliant Regal Van
Reliant Kitten
Reliant Rialto
Powertrain
Engine
  • 748 cc OHV I4
  • 848 cc OHV I4
Transmission4-speed manual all-synchromesh
Dimensions
Wheelbase85 in (2,159 mm)
Length131 in (3,327 mm) (saloon)
Width56 in (1,422 mm)
Height54 in (1,372 mm)
Chronology
PredecessorReliant Regal
SuccessorReliant Rialto (MK.1)

The Reliant Robin is a small three-wheeled car produced by the Reliant Motor Company in Tamworth, England. It was offered in several versions (Mk1, Mk2 and Mk3) over a period of 30 years. It is the second-most popular fibreglass car in history after the Chevrolet Corvette, with Reliant being the second-biggest British car manufacturer for a time.