Description
The Triumph TR3 is a sports car produced between 1955 and 1962 by Standard-Triumph in England.
The facelifted variant, popularly but unofficially known as the TR3A, entered production in 1957, and the final version, unofficially the TR3B, was produced in 1962.
Although the car was typically sold as a two-seat open top, an occasional rear seat and a bolt-on steel hardtop were available as options.
The car was powered by a 1, 991 cm3 straight-four with overhead valves, initially producing 95 bhp, an increase of 5 bhp over the TR2 thanks to larger SU-H6 carburettors fitted. This output was later raised to 100 bhp at 5, 000 rpm with the addition of a high-port cylinder head and an enlarged manifold.
The four-speed manual gearbox could be fitted with an electrically operated overdrive on the first three gears, controlled by a dashboard switch.
In 1956, the front brakes changed from drums to discs, making the TR3 the first British production car to be equipped with them.
In 1957, the TR3 was updated with various changes, including a full-width radiator grille, and this improved model was commonly referred to as the Triumph 'TR3A'. However, the cars were not badged as such and the name 'TR3A' was not used officially.
The 'TR3A' was built between 1957 and 1962.
Improvements included a new wide front grille, external door handles, a lockable boot handle and a full tool kit as standard (on the TR3 this was optional).
This example is equipped with overdrive, and has benefited from a full restoration. It is in very good condition and has its side windows and a tonneau cover. Its original Powder Blue colour lends it a certain elegance!
