1960 Triumph TR3A

Highlights

  • Classic pure white on burgundy colour scheme
  • Completely restored in 2023
  • Equipped with stainless steel overdrive, exhaust and fuel tank
  • Technical inspection valid until March 2027
  • Restored and ready to be used and enjoyed by its new owner

The Appeal


Post-war sports car enthusiasts were in for a real treat with the TR3. Elegant design, light and agile handling and a responsive 2-litre engine made Triumph a characterful alternative to British and continental rivals.

Here's your chance to discover a vehicle that caused such a stir at the time. Completely rebuilt in 2023, this 1960 Triumph is undoubtedly very close to a new example of the model, 65 years after it left the factory. The work covered mechanicals, bodywork and interior, and it is finished in a classic mix of pure white with burgundy leather trim.

Other improvements include a stainless steel exhaust to improve sound and an overdrive unit on the gearbox to make long-distance journeys more relaxing.

The car is sold with a roadworthiness certificate valid until March 2027, but you don't need this guarantee to appreciate the quality of this TR3A.

The History and Paperwork

  • Registered in 1960
  • Acquired and renovated in 2024
  • Work covered mechanical components, bodywork and interior
  • Vehicle safety inspection valid until 10 March 2027
  • Accompanied by a vehicle registration document
  • Seller provides matching serial numbers
  • Stored dry in a covered garage
  • Photographic record of restoration work

The Condition

  • Attractive pure white paintwork with cosmetic enhancements
  • Restored bodywork with good panel fit and consistent finish
  • The car appears to be in good condition for its age
  • Steering rack replaced to improve driving experience
  • Interior reworked in burgundy leather to precise factory specification
  • Black cloth roof in very good condition, recently fitted and with clear panels

The Mechanics

  • 1,991cc 4-cylinder Triumph engine
  • 4-speed manual gearbox with good overdrive
  • The seller reports that the car runs well
  • Stainless steel exhaust
  • Newly replaced stainless steel fuel tank
  • Mechanical overhaul carried out during restoration in 2023
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Vehicle specification
  • Year 1960
  • Make Triumph
  • Model TR3A
  • Colour White
  • Odometer
  • Engine size 1991
Auction Details
  • Seller Type Private
  • Town Île-de-France
  • Country France
Bidding history
30 bids
  • freddie•••• €20,000 03/05/24
  • frances•••• €17,253 02/05/24
  • 69JMBAL•••• €17,002 02/05/24
  • frances•••• €16,752 02/05/24
  • 69JMBAL•••• €16,501 02/05/24
  • frances•••• €16,251 01/05/24
  • 69JMBAL•••• €16,001 01/05/24
  • frances•••• €15,751 01/05/24
  • 69JMBAL•••• €15,500 01/05/24
  • Armando•••• €14,900 01/05/24
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