Highlights
- Offered with an advisory-free (voluntary) MOT valid until 19th March 2025
- Subject to a recent full respray, wheel refurbishment and the fitment of a new hood
- Substantial mechanical overhaul carried out including replacement of all engine gaskets and an all-new cooling system
- Refurbished interior with new door cards and carpets
The Appeal
Showcasing svelte Michelotti-designed roadster bodywork and based upon the Triumph Herald’s innovative chassis, the Spitfire proved a consummate performer. Small, lightweight, rear-wheel drive sports cars are almost always excellent fun to drive and the Spitfire is no exception.
This 1972 MkIV example is superbly presented and benefits from a great deal of recent work.
Following a full respray in high-gloss Sapphire Blue, the bodywork is a particular highlight, as are the replacement soft top, refurbished wheels and well-preserved chrome. On the inside, all looks commendably original and smart following seat refurbishment and new carpets and door cards. We’re informed that the mechanics are similarly well-sorted, with an upgraded cooling system and numerous new components fitted.
In short - this looks a very fine example.
For those seeking a classic British roadster that’s ready to enjoy, we heartily recommend this Triumph Spitfire.
The History and Paperwork
- We’re advised that the car is accompanied by an extensive collection of invoices dating back to the 1990s
- 42,154 miles indicated
- Exempt from road tax and MOT testing
- Voluntarily submitted for MOT - recently passing first time with no advisories
The Condition
- Full respray in high-gloss Sapphire
- Straight bodywork with good panel alignment
- Refurbished wheels
- We’re advised that all four tyres have ample tread and are in good shape
- New soft top fitted
- Handsome chromework showing only small age-commensurate imperfections
- Smart luggage compartment
- The vendor assures us that the underside presents impeccably - with no issues identified during the recent MOT test
- Refurbished seats
- Original dashboard in very good condition
- Kenwood radio fitted
- Moto-Lita sports steering wheel
- Wooden Triumph gear knob
- The vendor informs us that all the instruments and switches work
- New carpets and door cards fitted
The Mechanics
- 1,296 cc four-cylinder petrol engine
- Four-speed manual gearbox
- Fully detailed engine compartment
- New gaskets fitted throughput the engine
- Acuspark HT leads and new distributor cap
- Battery isolator fitted
- New starter motor
- Cooling system upgraded with high-capacity aluminium radiator and a new water pump
- We’re assured that the Triumph drives very well indeed, sounds great and is very responsive
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