Highlights
- V8 engine rebuilt roughly 3000 miles ago with a new block
- Eye catching Mimosa Yellow paintwork
- Later MK 2 version
The Appeal
The Triumph Stag was adored by many, with over 25,000 being produced, it was Triumph's contribution to the popular sports tourer section throughout the 70's. Triumph wanted to stand out from their competitors by making use of their new 3 litre V8, this powerplant gave for a lovely sound and smooth power delivery.
The styling was carried out by none other than Giovanni Michelotti and was a favourite not only amongst Stag owners but also within Triumph. The MK 2 Stag, although never officially acknowledged as a new mark by Triumph, gave for refined styling and interior features but more importantly a higher-pressure cooling system. The MK 2 version was released in 1973 and is often more desirable thanks to its further refinement and styling tweaks.
The styling was carried out by none other than Giovanni Michelotti and was a favourite not only amongst Stag owners but also within Triumph. The MK 2 Stag, although never officially acknowledged as a new mark by Triumph, gave for refined styling and interior features but more importantly a higher-pressure cooling system. The MK 2 version was released in 1973 and is often more desirable thanks to its further refinement and styling tweaks.
The History and Paperwork
- MOT exempt, comes with an MOT until 16/08/2024 with no advisories
- First registered 01/08/1975
- Vehicle has been stored in a garage when not in use for the majority of current ownership
- Selling as surplus to requirements
- Thorough collection of past MOT's
- Odometer reached 100,000 miles in 2000 and has gone round, giving for the total mileage of 134,925 listed
- Little service history, substantial receipts from roughly 2000 - 2006
- Current owner reports that the engine was rebuilt around 3000 miles ago with a new block and runs well
- Invoice for engine rebuild shows different last 4 digits for registration number, current owner advises that this was a typo by the garage
- Current owner reports an oil change was carried out on 21/08/2023
- Thought to have had a re-spray during a prior ownership but no invoices to confirm, carried out in Mimosa Yellow in keeping with the original colour - a few photos during bodywork prep included with vehicle
- Full Lumenition Optronic ignition system fitted
- Kenlowe fan fitted with uprated radiator, fan switch conveniently located under dashboard
- Current owner reports that the vehicle does leak transmission fluid but not excessively
- Hose kit and new hard top release cable included with vehicle
- Tonneau cover and custom wind deflector included with vehicle, both in good condition
- Vehicle is now eligible for historic road tax and ULEZ exempt meaning lower running costs
The Interior
- Interior remains in good to very good condition overall
- Original spec black seats believed to have been restored and remain in excellent condition with the only noticeable wear to drivers' seat side bolster piping
- Both door cards present, secure and in excellent condition
- Desirable Mountney GT steering wheel fitted and in very good condition
- Tastefully upgraded Sony stereo head unit, functions but current owner believes the speakers need replacing as no sound comes through
- Headlining of convertible hood remains in fair condition with marks throughout
- Convertible top works as expected
- Triumph branded scuff plates present on both door sills, both in good condition
- Carpets and floor mats present throughout and remain in poor to fair condition
- Seat belts present and functioning for both front seats
- Cover for convertible hood when retracted present and in very good condition
- Tonneau cover and custom wind deflector included with vehicle, both in good condition
- Boot remains in a good condition with carpet, full size spare wheel, jack and wrench present, all in good condition
- Spare wheel tyre has just been replaced and remains in excellent condition
The Exterior
- Eye-catching Mimosa Yellow paintwork remains in very good condition overall with only a few chips, scratches and blemishes present when inspecting closely
- Some minor bubbling of paint present on offside front wing
- Chrome bumpers front and rear remain in very good condition free from any damage but with some light surface corrosion present
- Later MK 2 model giving for twin coachlines down both sides
- 4 non-matching tyres, all with good tread
- Desirable original 5 spoke alloys remain in good condition
- Glass, brightwork and badges remain in very good condition overall
- Convertible top functions as expected and is in a good condition
- Radio aerial has snapped but still present
- Current owner reports that the front valance was replaced prior to his ownership
- Stag branded mud guards present for rear wheels
- Chrome wing mirrors both remain in excellent condition
The Mechanics
- Current owner reports that the engine was rebuilt around 3000 miles ago with a new block and runs well, free from any knocks, bangs or smoke
- Wonderful sounding V8 engine coupled to a Borg Warner 3-speed automatic transmission, current owner reports there is a slight clunk when down shifting
- Desirable twin Zenith Stromberg carburettors
- Current owner reports an oil change was carried out on 21/08/2023
- Full Lumenition Optronic ignition system fitted
- Kenlowe fan fitted with uprated radiator, fan switch conveniently located under dashboard
- Engine bay remains in a good used condition
- Current owner reports that the vehicle does leak transmission fluid but not excessively
- Underside in a good, used condition
- Vehicle reported to accelerate and stop well and in a straight line
Summary
This eye-catching Triumph Stag remains in very good condition overall given the age and mileage. This example recently received a rebuilt engine during the current ownership and gives for a wonderful V8 soundtrack. During a prior ownership a re-spray was also carried out in the original spec Mimosa Yellow.
The current owner has taken great care in maintaining the condition of this example which can be seen when inspecting. If you are in the market for a classic British V8 sports tourer, then this MK 2 Stag could be the one for you!
The current owner has taken great care in maintaining the condition of this example which can be seen when inspecting. If you are in the market for a classic British V8 sports tourer, then this MK 2 Stag could be the one for you!
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