Highlights

Only 6,300 km since the last restoration
Rare and beautiful light blue colour
New upholstery recently installed
Fully documented since importation in 1993
MOT valid until February 2027
Recent work carried out to correct CT remarks
TR3A very well presented and particularly attractive

A plus

The TR3 takes the elegant lines and capabilities of the TR2 and improves on them, thanks in particular to the increased power extracted from its pleasant 2L Standard-Triumph engine. The 'A' version adds a few cosmetic touches and an improved braking system.

These cars are an excellent alternative to the more common 50s and 60s roadsters, especially when they are in such remarkable condition as this one. It comes in a magnificent rare shade of light blue, the result of a restoration carried out 6,300 km ago, including an engine rebuild. Its overall condition testifies to the care taken by its current owner.

More recently, it has benefited from a new black interior with white piping. It has a roadworthiness certificate valid until February 2027, and the seller informs us that all the comments made have been corrected.

This is a truly charming and attractive TR3A. Perfect for events and rallies, but also simply for the pleasure of light driving... or the pleasure of admiring it in your garage.

History and documents

First registered in 1959, imported into France in 1993
Full set of invoices since importation
French registration document present
Matching serial numbers according to seller
Meter replaced after restoration
Only 6,300 km driven since engine rebuild
Speedometer reset during restoration
Extensive file of invoices
Work included brakes, chassis supports, regulator, dynamo, aluminium tank and more
All points raised during the MOT have been corrected
MOT valid until February 2027
New upholstery with invoice
Chassis number: TS44229

General condition

Very elegant car in rare light blue, well presented
Paintwork in very good condition with only minor imperfections
Small mark on driver's side front wing
Bodywork in good condition, doors well fitted
Slightly imperfect bonnet fit on one corner
Body-coloured steel wheels in good condition, tyres also in good condition
Chrome in very good condition, with rear-view mirrors on the front wings
Blue and white" bonnet badge to match models from chassis TS41878 upwards
Black soft top and tonneau cover in very good condition
Supplied with side deflectors as shown
Black upholstery with white piping recently redone
Interior in very good condition, seats only slightly worn
Carpets well maintained, door trim in good condition
Dashboard in good condition, controls and instruments functional
Speedometer refurbished and reset, now reading 6,300 km
Underbody in very good condition with photos available

Mechanical

4-cylinder OHV 1,991 cm³ 100 bhp engine
4-speed manual gearbox
Twin SU carburettors with pancake filters
Clean, well-presented engine compartment
Engine in good visual condition
Many new parts: brakes, ignition, fuel supply
Reliable vehicle, ready for long journeys according to the seller
Slight leak at the gearbox outlet seal
Slight play in the drive shaft spiders, within tolerable limits
Recent MOT with few remarks, now corrected
No operating or driving problems reported

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