Marcos 3 Litre
Marcos' use of marine plywood chassis was unconventional but effective, providing rigidity with minimal weight. The 3 Litre model used Ford's reliable Essex V6, offering strong mid-range torque in a car weighing under 1000kg. Dennis Adams' styling was polarizing but aerodynamically efficient, with the extremely low bonnet line becoming a Marcos trademark. Only 132 were built before Marcos temporarily ceased production in 1971.
Inspect wooden chassis carefully for rot, delamination, and previous repairs. Check fiberglass body for stress cracks around suspension mounts. Ford mechanicals are readily available. Originality is important as few survive unmodified.
Built from 1969-1971 before Marcos went into receivership. The wooden chassis was constructed from marine plywood with steel outriggers. Bodies were hand-laid fiberglass. The company later revived in 1981 under new ownership.