Description
Skip the build time and head straight to the staging lanes. This exceptionally well-sorted 1978 Triumph TR7 has been meticulously prepared for competitive historic stage and road rallying. Featuring a highly desirable 16V Dolomite Sprint engine upgrade, it combines classic wedge styling with proven motorsport reliability.
Performance & Drivetrain:
• Recent Engine Refresh: Rebuilt with new pistons, rings, big end and main bearings.
• Cylinder Head Rebuild: Upgraded with new phosphor bronze valve guides and fresh valves.
• Fuel System: Just treated to brand-new, performance-tuned twin 45 DCOE Weber carburettors.
• Engine Core: Built with a robust Tufftrided crankshaft and a high-performance Piper cam.
• Ignition & Exhaust: Lumenition electronic ignition, premium leads, and a free-flowing Powerflow exhaust.
• Gearbox & Traction: Robust 5-speed manual transmission paired with a precise Quaife Limited Slip Differential (LSD).
Handling, Braking & Steering:
• Brake Overhaul: Features fully rebuilt callipers, a new master cylinder, and new rear slave cylinders feeding the ventilated front discs and uprated servo.
• Suspension: Fully poly-bushed setup with adjustable shock absorbers for fine-tuned cornering.
• Steering: Modern electric power steering for effortless control on tight, technical hairpins.
Safety & Cockpit Equipment:
• Safety Cage: Rear safety roll cage complete with an FIA-compliant diagonal brace.
• Seating: Period-correct, highly supportive Ridgard RS9 rally seats.
• Electronics: Clean internal fuse box, Brantz trip meter, high-output alternator, and a fresh Yuasa battery.
• Safety: Professionally fitted fire extinguisher and safety belts.
Provenance & History:
• Accompanied by a massive history file packed with servicing receipts.
• Includes an official British Motor Heritage Certificate confirming its factory-original Inca Yellow roots.
Door stickers have been removed since these photos.
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