This 1968 Sirex 2300 HCS is the first we’ve ever seen, but is reportedly one of between 20 and 50 built by the Milanese company. Styled by Scaglione and bodied in fiberglass, the company was founded by Giovanni Mandelli and Frenchman Michel Liprandi, the latter of whom was a composites expert said to have been involved in the design of the Abarth 1300 OT Periscopio and ASA 1000 GT under his former company Limaplas. Running 2.3 liter Ford Cologne V6 power, we think it’s a fantastic looking car. Find it here at Sant’Agostino Auctions in Turin, Italy where it will be offered as part of a sale held on December 13th, 2015. Be sure to check out the whole catalog for many other interesting machines. Special thanks to BaT reader Ed. L for this submission.

The car has definite C3 Stingray overtones, particularly in the form of its B-pillar and rear fender treatments. This one appears to have been raced, though the seller provides virtually no written information beyond a short history of the model’s development. Though styling is very different, its no-nonsense detailing, low build, long nose and similarly mixed heritage lend the car a sort of mini-Bizzarrini 5300 GT vibe.

The cabin looks great with lots of simple black vinyl and bare fiberglass floors. The large center tunnel betrays the design’s central backbone style chassis, and though originality isn’t mentioned, everything looks very fresh and hints at a recent restoration.

Power comes from an unspecified 2.3 liter Ford V6 which we’re guessing is a Cologne unit. Huge carbs and tubular headers should be good for both lots of power and a great sound, too. Rather roughly finished inner body panels are a cool reminder of the car’s hand built, low production roots.

After years of hunting interesting machines, it’s somewhat rare that we learn about a previously unknown car these days. This one really threw us for a loop, and we expect it may surprise more than a few readers too.