Highlights
- One of only 2,947 TR5s ever produced
- Rare Lucas mechanical fuel injection system providing 150bhp
- Comprehensive restoration completed in 2020
- Features both hard "Surrey" top and soft top
- Power-assisted steering upgrade
The Appeal
The Triumph TR5 represents one of the most sought-after British sports cars of the 1960s, with its short production run of just 13 months making it considerably rarer than its TR4 predecessor and TR6 successor. This particular 1968 example has undergone a comprehensive restoration after being acquired by the current owner in December 2020.
Originally supplied by Albert Farnell Ltd in Bradford, this TR5 benefits from a professional bare metal respray in Royal Blue, completely new upholstery, and several thoughtful upgrades, including power-assisted steering and electronic ignition. With its potent Lucas mechanical fuel injection system and a potent 150bhp from the 2,498cc straight-six engine, this TR5 is an evocative, capable car that's bound to impress the lucky new owner.
Originally supplied by Albert Farnell Ltd in Bradford, this TR5 benefits from a professional bare metal respray in Royal Blue, completely new upholstery, and several thoughtful upgrades, including power-assisted steering and electronic ignition. With its potent Lucas mechanical fuel injection system and a potent 150bhp from the 2,498cc straight-six engine, this TR5 is an evocative, capable car that's bound to impress the lucky new owner.
History and Paperwork
- Built on 18th December 1967 and dispatched on 2nd January 1968
- Originally supplied by Albert Farnell Ltd in Bradford, Yorkshire with registration KAK707F
- First sold to Mr. S on 10th April 1968
- Sold to Ms. Patricia Adshead on 1st August 1977
- Sold to Mr. B on 4th March 1982
- Sold to Mr. Donald R Tomkins on 15th September 1989
- Previous owner had the car for approximately 38 years and began full restoration with new chassis in 2012
- Previous owner passed away around 2019
- Acquired by the current owner on 21st December 2020 as a project
- Current owner completed the restoration, stripping the car completely (interior and exterior wings, bonnet and boot)
- Relevant repairs carried out where required
The Condition
- Professionally bare metal resprayed in 2-pack Royal Blue by a professional Vehicle Restoration Service
- Paintwork presents well after nearly 5 years, with just a few stone chips
- Chassis and body sections treated with Waxoyl rust protection
- All new upholstery replaced in Midnight Blue with Shadow Blue Carpets
- Inertia seat belts added
- All instruments in good working order
- Features a "Surrey" top (soft top can be stowed in the boot)
The Mechanics
- 2,498cc engine with Lucas mechanical fuel injection
- 4-speed manual transmission with overdrive
- Power assisted steering
- New radiator and alternator fitted
- Electronic ignition with new leads and spark plugs installed
- Petrol tank is reportedly in good condition
- Fuel pump and metering unit have been reconditioned
- High torque starter motor added
- The vendor reports that the engine runs well with no oil leaks
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