1938 Triumph T80
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Highlights
- 1930s Classic
- Well presented with some slight patina
- Runs well
The Appeal
When Edward Turner arrived at Triumph in 1936, this marked a significant turning point for the brand, ushering in a wave of enhancements across its lineup. Turner revolutionised the Page overhead-valve single engine.
Infusing them with sports-grade engines, elevated exhaust systems, gleaming chrome fuel tanks, and rebranding them as Tigers, he had crafted a new era for Triumph. The 1937 models saw upgrades across frames, forks, engines, and gearboxes, setting a new standard for performance. Notably, a trio of randomly chosen Tigers triumphed in gruelling speed trials, clinching the prestigious Maudes Trophy for Triumph later that year.
Today, Turner's Tigers stand as icons of elegance and performance, epitomizing the pinnacle of sports roadsters from that era.
This 1938 example has been owned by the vendor for the past twelve years but, unfortunately, has been stood for the last nine following a serious accident which meant no more work was carried out on this vintage Triumph, and resulting in the reluctant sale of this cherished machine.
The History and Paperwork
- Owned since 2012
- Registered 25th June 1938
- Original registration booklet
- Wiring diagram to help with the solid-state charging installation
The Condition
- Presents well with some age-related patina
- Possibly restored several years ago
- The mudguards are in good order, with just some minor chips
- Chrome headlight has a bright finish with no cracks in the lens
- The odometer shows 11,620 miles
- The handlebars and levers have a small amount of tarnishing
- There is some perishing to the grips
- Chrome and blue petrol tank is free from dings or dents, but the blue paintwork has come off in places
- Fuel tank gauges and switches are in place. The oil pressure gauge doesn’t rest at 0
- Sprung leather seat has some signs of age
- Original rear stand
- The rear light is free from damage
- Chrome and blue painted wheels have some minor tarnishing
- John Bull front tyre does have some cracking to the sidewall
- Michelin rear tyre has good tread but is probably several years old
The Mechanics
- T80 engine
- 350cc
- Top end rebuild
- All the oilways have been cleaned, and new pipes fitted
- Exhaust looks to be in excellent condition
- Runs very well, with no issues reported
- The bike is part way through having a solid state charging unit fitted, which is fitted inside the regulator box and just needs a few wires connecting to finish
- The bike changes gears with no issues mentioned by the vendor
- The frame looks in good condition, with no real signs of corrosion
- Stopping the bike is as you would expect for any 1930s machine
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1938
- Make Triumph
- Model Tiger 80
- Colour Black
- Odometer 11,620 Miles
- Engine size 350
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Denbighshire
- Location Wales
- Country United Kingdom
12
bids
from 6
bidders
- 695_lov•••• £5,800 14/05/24
- chris-h•••• £5,600 14/05/24
- Johnny•••• £5,000 14/05/24
- 695_lov•••• £4,700 14/05/24
- Johnny•••• £4,500 14/05/24
- chris-h•••• £3,750 14/05/24
- sceosup•••• £3,000 14/05/24
- 695_lov•••• £2,800 14/05/24
- pinkrac•••• £2,600 14/05/24
- ian-col•••• £2,500 09/05/24
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