Highlights

In current family ownership since October 1985
Desirable V8 conversion to TR8 specification
Major mechanical overhaul carried out over the last six months

The Appeal

Triumph had planned for a V8-engined TR7 all along, but British Leyland's financial predicament meant that very few "TR8s" were actually built. And that's a great pity, as the likes of Tony Pond showe us that these "British Corvettes" were develishly quick in motorsport.

The good news is, you can build your own TR8 - and that's exactly what we have here. In present ownership since 1985, when it was a just three years old, this TR7 has survived very well. It has been off the road, dry-stored inthe vendor's garage for about a decade, although a great deal of work has been carried out over the last six months in readiness for the next owner.

History and Paperwork

UK-supplied right-hand drive example first registered in 1982
Three previous registered keepers
Bought in October 1985
Recent change of ownership recorded with the DLVA, but the vehicle is still in the same hands
Last MOT was on 13/11/2014 (expired)
Mileage at last MOT: 22,985
The car has been off the road and stored in a garage for the last ten years
Some invoices and service book stamps present
Now exempt from road tax and MOT testing

The Condition

Commendably original throughout
Folding convertible roof present and in very good condition and only lightly worn/faded
The underside of the car loos sound and the vendor informs us that there's no notable corrosion
The vendor points out some scratches on the boot and minor imperfections to the old paintwork
Smart plastic trims
Original interior in great condition considering the car is over forty years old
Minimal signs of wear and tear to the upholstery and controls

The Mechanics

3.5-litre Rover V8
Five-speed manual gearbox
Major overhaul of all mechanical, electrical, braking, and cooling systems in the last six months
The vendor demonstrates that the engine idles smoothly

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