Description
Lot 1006
1981 Triumph TR7 ‘Stage 3’ 2-Litre
Reg. no. GFR 388W
Chassis no. TPADJ7AT210303
Engine no. V3339
Transmission: Manual
Styled at Longbridge and from an era of wedge-shaped cars and pop-up headlights, the TR7 was nicknamed ‘the bullet’ during its design process. This 2-litre car was painted in Carnelian red, only available on models during 1980-1981 and features the revised body colour rear panel, smaller fuel cap and door card lights on the interior.
This car has had several period modifications including ‘stage 3’ tuning to the engine meaning high lift cam and twin 45’s weber carburettors which result in a car that is lighter but just as fast as the v8 version. It also has a period after-market gear knob, Momo steering wheel and oil pressure and temperature gauges. The body is in good order with just some minor rust bubbling near body panel seams, inside the boot is solid too. The car starts and drives well and has just minor wear to the hood. The electrics also seem to work well as do the iconic pop-up headlights. Within the history file are previous bills and an original service handbook. Sadly, the current owner’s health has deteriorated forcing the sale of the car after 36 years of ownership. According to the MOT history, the mileage recorded is incorrect. The car is now tax and MOT exempt, but this must be applied for before it is next used.
Estimate: £2, 500 – 3, 000
To be auctioned along with a fantastic selection of other vehicles on October 15th at our Showell Farm site, SN15 2NU. Viewing is welcome prior to sale and all cars are sold as seen, condition reports can be requested on each lot by contacting us direct. Lots are not available to buy prior to auction. Fully illustrated catalogue is available on the Richard Edmonds Auction website. Bids can be made online, by telephone or live on site. All lots are subject to commission.
Vehicles that are un-registered or on foreign plates may require Import Duty and Vat to be paid upon purchase via HMRC prior to registering with the DVLA for a UK plate, if you are not sure please ask. For classic cars over 30 years this equates to 5% Duty on the final value.
