The car indicates 19,464 miles on a five-figure odometer - this is authenticated by the car's MOT history
Only two previous owners from new
Highly original interior
The Appeal
An enduring icon of the quintessentially British Roadster, it’s fair to say that the Triumph Spitfire remains one of the most iconic components of a winning formula - top-down motoring with rasping four-cylinder engines and plenty of character. Of the retro models, it could be argued that the MK IV is particularly usable. With an all-new synchromesh gearbox and improved handling, these facelifted examples were a smoother, more evolved sports car for the 70s.
This example, presented in a bright yellow livery, is a real winner for our money. Highly original, with plenty of period paperwork, it’s a beguiling machine that’s sure to turn heads on the road, and unique “time warp” car that's totally original to the period.
The History and Paperwork
Purchased from Dove Group and registered in 1972
This is backed up by a selection of photocopied period paperwork
Only two previous owners registered by the DVLA
The car comes complete with many MOT certificates up to 18/12/1992, where mileage was just 17443 miles
At that point, the then-owner had her laid up undercover for 26 years, until 25/01/2018
In 2018, the car was sold to a Triumph specialist, who recommissioned her
The car has been unmodified, leaving it as a real time capsule
The car indicates 19,464 miles on a five-figure odometer - this is authenticated by the car's MOT history
Serviced and repaired in June 2022, including a new electronic fuel pump
MOT exempt - last tested in 2020 less than 150 miles ago
This was passed with zero advisories
Paperwork file includes:
Original purchase, registration and inspection paperwork
An impressive selection of old MOT test certificates
Invoices from the most recent service and repairs
V5c document
The Interior
Pleasantly presented, highly original black interior
Unmodified, making for a very impressive 'time warp' experience
Black leather sets in good order, with some patina but no visible rips or tears
Door cards are in good order with some light marks and patina
Dashboard is in good order with all instruments and well-presented
We’ve not been informed of any faults to the interior’s instruments
The dashboard is completed by a stylish branded steering wheel
Boot is in good order with solid metalwork and the tonneau cover within
The Exterior
Impressive yellow paintwork makes for a very striking vehicle
Bodywork appears in good order with no significant dents or dings we can spot
Panel fit appears good with nothing out of the ordinary
Paintwork is in good order with only very light signs of wear
Chromework is bright and well-presented, as is the Triumph branding
The car’s glasswork and lenses look in good order with no faults we can spot
The black soft top appears in good condition with no rips or tears
The soft top’s clear panels appear to be free of cracks or holes
The car is sitting on its original Spitfire wheels, which look in good order
Car is wearing a full set of Joyroad tyres, which appear to be in very good condition
The arches look solid, with no tell-tale signs of orange metal or perforation
The Mechanics
Popping open the bonnet of this Spitfire reveals its 1296cc Standard SC I4 powerplant
Engine appears to be in excellent order with no faults we can spot
4-speed manual transmission
Serviced last year, treating the car with:
New electronic fuel pump
New engine oil, filters, hoses and spark plugs
Replaced rocker cover gasket
New starter solenoid
New starter motor
We’ve no reports of any mechanical issues with the car
Everything appears to be in fine fettle, which should make for a highly usable retro roadster
Last MOT tested less than 150 miles ago, which it passed with zero advisories
Summary
With its highly-presented paintwork and original interior, this looks like a winning example of the Mk4 Spitfire, and a highly impressive time warp for a golden age of top-down British motoring. We really can’t see any reason a prospective buyer should refuse this little yellow gem.
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