Unfinished 1995 Royale Sabre Hits Auction as a Bring-Your-Own-Drivetrain Project

A 1995 Royale Sabre has surfaced for auction, and it occupies a curious spot in the hobby: it is a rolling project that has never actually been finished. Rather than a stalled restoration, this is a car that arrived as a kit-style build and simply never received a powertrain.

Because no engine or gearbox was ever installed, the listing effectively hands the next owner a blank slate. The buyer can choose their own drivetrain, which opens the door to a period-correct setup, something more modern, or an entirely personal combination. Few projects offer that kind of freedom.

The Sabre is a British-style roadster, so the appeal here is the chance to complete a car to your own specification rather than inherit someone else’s decisions. The seller’s listing is live now through the Barn Finds auction.