Highlights
- Featured in the TV series 'Bergerac'
- Completely re-trimmed in cream leather in 2008 at a cost of over £3,500
- New mohair hood fitted in 2008
- Less than 2,000 miles driven since re-trim
- Sympathetically maintained to preserve originality
The Appeal
Flowing lines, elegant proportions and a big aspiration brought the Triumph 2000 Roadster to the market. The Standard Motor Company had noticed Jaguar's line of sports cars, using their engine blocks, and figured they were well worthy of giving it a shot. Work began at the close of the Second World War. The first launched with a 1.8-litre engine, then a 2.0-litre in 1948. They became big hits, even if they were somewhat anachronistic looking.
This particular 1949 example's handsome looks led to it being featured in the popular TV series 'Bergerac'. It's been very well cared for throughout the 21st century, backed by an impressive collection of invoices and plenty of recorded work that has kept the car at its best. It's a real winner - with a handsome retrim, impressive period looks and a certain spot of post-war luxury that's impossible to ignore.
This particular 1949 example's handsome looks led to it being featured in the popular TV series 'Bergerac'. It's been very well cared for throughout the 21st century, backed by an impressive collection of invoices and plenty of recorded work that has kept the car at its best. It's a real winner - with a handsome retrim, impressive period looks and a certain spot of post-war luxury that's impossible to ignore.
History and Paperwork
- First registered in 1949
- The DVLA records 4 former keepers
- Acquired by the current owner through a major auction house in 2021
- Featured in the TV series 'Bergerac'
- Resprayed and fettled in 2002
- Completely re-trimmed in cream leather by P&G Trimmers of Milton Keynes in 2008
- Re-trim cost over £3,500
- Less than 2,000 miles driven since re-trim in 2008
The Condition
- Overall exterior condition is very good, though the vendor notes it isn't show standard
- Good paintwork with no intrusive areas of damage or peeling that we can discern
- Swirls and scratching visible in the sun, commensurate with age
- Some gentle chips and/or marks
- Bumpers have been re-chromed
- Underside of the car appears solid with only minor wear
- The vendor notes that there are some signs of historic welding work to the chassis
- The vendor states the interior is in very good condition
- New mohair hood fitted and a complete retrim carried out in 2008
- Cover for folded hood supplied
- Upholstery still in good order with no obvious tears
The Mechanics
- 2008cc straight-4 engine
- 3-speed manual transmission
- Engine bay looks in good overall order
- Mechanically standard, save for an electronic ignition
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