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We are pleased to offer this very smart Triumph Roadster finished in metallic gunmetal with matching grey interior.
Being a 1949 car, the Triumph is a later TR20 2000 model which featured the more robust Standard Vanguard 2088cc engine, gearbox and back axle. The three speed gearbox was all- synchromesh.
The Triumph Roadster boasts a number of distinctive features notably three abreast seating on the bench seat, necessitating the use of a column change and the twin rear dickey seats with their own separate windscreen – the Roadster was the last British car to be made with a dickey seat.
Early post-war steel shortages meant that the body was built from aluminium, using rubber press tools that had been used making panels for the largely wooden bodied Mosquito bomber that had been built by Standard during the war. Indeed, the distinctive front wings are very reminiscent of Mosquito drop tanks.
The metallic gunmetal paintwork is in very nice order and the colour suits the car well. The upholstery is believed to be original to the car and is in excellent condition as are the matching grey carpets. The bench seat has recently been re-sprung.
The double duck hood is also in very good condition save for on very small tear on the side which will be repaired. The brightwork is all very good too.
The Triumph has been very well maintained over recent years and boasts a steering box rebuilt by Marles at a cost of over £4, 000. The file contains details of all recent expenditure.
The car is a delight to drive with the torquey Vanguard motor, excellent ride and reassuringly effective Lockheed hydraulic brakes.
With their distinctive styling and easy manners Triumph Roadsters have been in strong demand in recent years and this fine example is ready to enjoy.
