Highlights

Pretty car in Opalescent Gunmetal Gray cellulose finish with matching 60-spoke wire wheels
Recent new top, tonneau, splined hubs and battery
Described as well maintained with recent service
2,038cc engine with 2,138cc pistons and liners
Fitted with optional factory overdrive on 2nd, 3rd and 4th gears
USA car reimported and UK registered since 2019

The Appeal

In the hotly contested post-war roadster market, Triumph’s TR3A stood out for its performance and engagement. These cars were tough and rugged too, as repeated success on rallies like the Monte Carlo and Tulip Rally and the Liege-Rome-Liege endurance event proved.

Like most ‘wide mouth’ TR3As, this one began life in the USA before returning home in 2019. The current owner bought it in 2023. It is a really pretty car in unusual Opalescent Gunmetal Gray with matching 60-spoke wire wheels and a nicely trimmed charcoal leather cabin. The specification is equally compelling, with the 2,038cc engine fitted with 2,138cc pistons and liners and an optional factory overdrive transmission. We’re told that it has been garaged since purchase. Recent work has included a new soft top and tonneau, plus replacement splined hubs and a new battery.

Recently serviced, this TR3A presents as a handsome, very usable classic ready to enjoy.

The seller says:

“Drives as it should; overdrive is great fun to use, and it gives you 7 gears.”

Key Information

Mileage: 68,629 miles indicated
Country of registration: USA (UK registered since 2019)
Technical inspection status: MOT exempt
Technical specs: 2,038cc inline four-cylinder gasoline engine (2,138cc pistons and liners fitted), four-speed manual with overdrive
Paperwork: V5C

The Detail

Recent full oil service carried out and described as well maintained
New splined hubs, spinners and battery fitted
New top and tonneau cover fitted; side curtains reported in good condition
Spare new windshield included in the sale
5 liters of Gunmetal Gray cellulose paint and primer included in the sale
Smart Opalescent Gunmetal Gray metallic paintwork presents well for age
Some micro-blistering appearing on the trunk lid and a little on the hood
Original windshield has a minor split on the passenger side
Seller describes this as not easily visible
Fitted trunk rack and twin working Lucas spotlights
We are told that the underside is in good order
Smaart chrome trim across car
Fitted with 60-spoke wire wheels painted gray to match bodywork
Charcoal black leather interior with white piping in good condition
Seller states interior is in very good condition with leather seats and trim
Instruments reported as original
Features leather-wrapped steering wheel, heater and adjustable steering column fitted
Cowl vent reported as working smoothly
All electrics reported as working except the ammeter; generator reported as working
Engine reported as starting instantly with 60 psi oil pressure, maintained when hot
Clutch reported in good condition
Rear axle described as good with no whine or noises
Steering system reported as original

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