Highlights

Extensive mechanical overhaul including engine work, a new clutch, a new diff, and a stainless steel exhaust
Completed a 1,200-mile road trip around the UK without a hitch
Praised by experienced Stag owners and a concours judge at a Cornwall Triumph Owners meet
Extensive history file with invoices and service records
An independent assessment confirmed no structural or body concerns

The Appeal

The Triumph Stag is one of the quintessential cars of the '70s. Effortlessly cool, it combines Michelotti's elegant styling with the distinctive burble of its 3.0-litre Rover V8. This 1971 Mk1 example, tastefully fitted with Mk2 styling additions, has had extensive mechanical work and comes to market as a well-sorted, driveable classic that's ready and waiting for its lucky new custodian.

Bought earlier this year by two brothers specifically for a 1,200-mile road trip around the UK, the car completed the four-day journey faultlessly during the summer heatwave. Even in 35°C heat, the engine temperature reportedly never rose above normal. At a Cornwall Triumph Owners meet along the way, the car drew compliments from experienced Stag owners and a concours judge alike.

Prior to the current ownership, the car received a thorough mechanical overhaul, including an uprated cooling system. Backed by an extensive history file, this Stag is a cracker example that ticks all the boxes.

Key Information

Mileage: 14,961 miles (indicated)
- The odometer has rolled over, meaning a true mileage of 114,961 miles
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Roadworthy certificate status: MOT exempt
Technical specs: 3.0-litre V8, 4-speed manual with overdrive
Paperwork: Extensive history file with invoices and service records

The Detail

Mk1 model fitted with Mk2 styling additions, including refurbished Mk2 wheels, a Mk2 steering wheel, and a Mk2 strip; original Mk1 parts are included
New Continental tyres fitted
Engine overhaul, new clutch, new diff, and stainless steel exhaust fitted prior to current ownership
Uprated cooling system with expansion tank, electric fan, and silicone hoses
Four-speed manual gearbox with working overdrive; the seller reports the gearbox works well
The seller states the car starts first time, runs smoothly, and pulls strongly
Bodywork reported to be in good nick with no scratches, dents, or rust concerns; not concours
Resprayed in the last few years by the previous owner; no details of the respray are available
Soft top reported to be in good nick and weatherproof with some slight wear; the frame could benefit from attention
Interior described by the seller as in very good nick
2-inch L-shaped tear on the passenger seat near the fold-down mechanism; a new matching seat cover is included but not yet fitted
New seat belts and new floor mats fitted, and door trims repaired by the current owners
All gauges reported to work; an oil pressure gauge is installed in place of the voltmeter, and the original voltmeter is included
Slight cracking of the veneer around the gear lever
Modern DAB radio with aerial fitted by the previous owner

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