Highlights
- Extensive engine rebuild by Hightone Restorations Ltd in 2019/20
- Only four former registered keepers
- In current ownership since 2009
- Over £23,000 spent on maintenance
- UK-supplied right-hand drive example with IRS (Independent Rear Suspension)
The Appeal
The advent of the Triumph TR4A IRS marked a significant evolution in the TR series, with the addition of independent rear suspension providing greatly improved handling and ride comfort over its predecessors.
This 1967 example is a desirable home market-supplied right-hand drive model that benefits from long-term ownership and significant mechanical investment. Having been in the current keeper's possession since 2009, this TR4A has received extensive professional attention, including a comprehensive engine rebuild.
With documented expenditure exceeding £23,000, this well-maintained example of this classic British roadster that could either be enjoyed as-is, or taken to the next level with some minor cosmetic improvements.
This 1967 example is a desirable home market-supplied right-hand drive model that benefits from long-term ownership and significant mechanical investment. Having been in the current keeper's possession since 2009, this TR4A has received extensive professional attention, including a comprehensive engine rebuild.
With documented expenditure exceeding £23,000, this well-maintained example of this classic British roadster that could either be enjoyed as-is, or taken to the next level with some minor cosmetic improvements.
History and Paperwork
- Registered new on 9th June 1967 as a UK-supplied right-hand drive example
- Just four former registered keepers
- Last private owner purchased the car in 2009
- Extensive engine rebuild completed by Hightone Restorations Ltd in 2019/20
- Comprehensive documentation, including many sundry bills, restoration, and engine rebuild invoices
- USB stick containing approximately 75 photos documenting the engine rebuild
- Odometer showing 13,633 miles but this is not warranted
- Original Triumph wallet with maintenance book included
- Old MOT records available
- Exempt from MOT and road tax
- Current UK V5C registration document present
- Invoices totalling over £23,000 demonstrate significant investment in maintenance
- Has only been used occasionally since 2021
The Condition
- Red coachwork with black interior
- Bodywork and paintwork would benefit from some attention to bring to their best
- Minor pitting to the brightwork
- Soft top showing some fading but in good, serviceable order
- Interior appears to be in original specification
- Gentle wear to the upholstery and controls
- Painted wire wheels in smart order
- Period-style Michelin tyres fitted
The Mechanics
- 2.1-litre (2,138cc) four-cylinder petrol
- Four-speed manual transmission with overdrive
- Independent Rear Suspension (IRS) specification, a desirable feature on the TR4A
- Extensive engine rebuild completed by Hightone Restorations Ltd in 2019/20
- New starter motor fitted during restoration work
- Carburettors stripped down and rebuilt
- Recently tuned and reported to start, run and drive when asked
- Overdrive system engages as it should, we are told
- Some further general recommissioning is advised by the vendor
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