The Fox was actually a very clever idea. It was perfect for those who wanted a small, economic recreational vehicle or a reliable, unbreakable work-horse. It was designed for the Greek market, but was also sold on the home market. Three versions were originally available - a "utility" (left) with canvas "tilt", a pickup version with cab in-fill panel and a hardtop variant (bottom right). It was produced from the beginning of 1984 until 1991.

The Fox strikes me as being quite a fun car to live with, as it has the rear seats exposed to the elements (when hardtop/tilt/in-fill panel are removed) - a similar concept to the Skoda "Felicia Fun" and (vaguely) the vintage "landaulets". Along with the open cab, which would create quite a feeling of rushing air.

The rear axle ratio on the Fox was lowered to offer more bottom-end pulling power for hauling goods around, at a small cost to economy and performance. It has the standard 848cc, 40bhp Reliant engine (made from '75), giving a maximum speed of over 70mph, and has a galvanised steel chassis. Mechanically, it was based around the Kitten, but it was given tougher suspension. The Fox's body is substantially different from that of other Reliants. It had a modern slab-sided body and a high cab roof. It also has such luxuries as head-restraints, despite having an otherwise austere interior.

The Fox is, in my opinion, probably the best small Reliant four-wheeler. Its development was far more thoughtful than that of previous "fringe" models and it is immensely practical. Buy one quickly, before they disappear, and enjoy it.