Highlights

Restored and rebuilt with respray
Only 2,549 miles since rebuild
4litre V8 with huge specification
Very tidy condition
Ready to race or enjoy on the road

The Appeal

The usual British Leyland shenanigans stymied the TR7. Thankfully, no such constraints have held buyers back. Many of Harris Mann’s distinctive wedges have been converted to V8s for road use. This one goes a little further.

Running a 4litre version of the much-loved Rover engine, this car’s specification is particularly compelling. There’s a LSD, upgraded brakes and suspension and even adjustable power steering. The work was done in 2011, including full rebuild and respray, and the car has only covered 2,500 since.

It is consequently in very good condition and looks purposeful on its white Compomotives. This is a potent road or track rocket and a well sorted one-off.

History and Paperwork

First registered in 1982
9 former registered keepers
Heritage trust certificate no HT/2003/4988
Some history from recent years
Rebuilt in 2011 when it was re-registered as white
Car was previously beige and originated as a TR7
Possibly built for competition, but this is unconfirmed
Extensive specification list summarised below
2,549 miles reportedly completed since restoration and rebuild
Historic Vehicle that is MOT, tax and ULEZ exempt
Last MOT expired 10th July 2023 with 2,435 miles showing on test
One minor advisory on last MOT

The Condition

Resprayed in 2011 in stand-out white which remains in good order
There are some minor blemishes but none detract from the overall impression
Black headlamp covers
Sits on 15in Compomotive alloy wheels
Underside in good order with no structural advisories on last MOT
Well kept interior with original tartan door cards and MX5 leather seats
Original dashboard with auxiliary dials added to centre console
Black vinyl roof in good condition
Roll bar fitted
Moto Lita leather-rimmed steering wheel

Specification includes:

Compomotive 15-inch wheels
MR2 seats
Safety Devices roll bar
Grinnall type front spoiler
Battery isolator switch in the boot
Fuel pump isolator hidden

The Mechanics

Rover 3,988cc V8 engine
5spd manual gearbox
Converted to V8 2,549 miles ago in 2011
No reported running or driving issues
Vendor reports that it runs and drives very well
Described as not requiring any work by seller

Specification includes:

Rover rear axle fitted with a 3.08:1 limited slip differential
Brake balance control fitted
Willwood 4-pot calipers with grooved disc upgrade to front
Rear brakes retained as drums
All suspension stiffened and uprated
Reconditioned and balanced propshaft
Electric adjustable power steering
John Wolfe Racing/Offenhauser inlet manifold
Eldelbrock/Webber 4 Barrel carburetor
Facet red top pump
MSD Blaster ignition booster and coil
Mallory distributor
Modified fuel tank with filler in the boot with old filler blanked off
High capacity radiator with two fans
Two bespoke header tanks
Spax adjustable shock absorbers
Oil cooler

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