Highlights

One of only 3,075 UK right-hand drive examples built
Comprehensive ground-up restoration by Couston Classic Engineers in 2007-2008
Only 600 miles driven since restoration
Extensive service history with all old MOTs and invoices
Only 3 previous registered keepers in nearly 60 years
Manual overdrive model

The Appeal

The TR4A is a great symbol of how Triumph differed from, say, MG. While their rivals tended to sit on their laurels, Triumph was more reactive and innovative. While the elder Triumph Roadsters carried a chassis that was about as old-school as it got, with stiff old-fashioned leaf springs and often horrendous ride quality, the new Independent Rear Suspension car was on an almost entirely new framework.

The car sold an impressive 28,465 units - only 3,075 of which were UK-market, right-hand drive cars. This '66 roadster is one of these and underwent a very impressive restoration by Couston Classic Engineers between 2007 and 2007 - after which it's only run 600 miles!

As a result, the car is still a remarkable looker, with clean bodywork, a fine underside and brightwork that still glints beautifully against its Signal Red paintwork. It's accompanied by an impressive history file and has spent recent years as part of a treasured collection. A quick spot of recommissioning later and it's now ready and waiting for its lucky new owner.

The History and Paperwork

Registered in the UK on 4th November 1966
Only 3 previous registered keepers in nearly 60 years
Previous owner for 19 years
Purchased by the current keeper in 2006
Complete ground-up restoration by Couston Classic Engineers in 2007-2008
Full documented history with all old MOTs confirming mileage
Restoration invoices totalling £17,721, equivalent to £28,925.71 today
Extensive history invoices pre-restoration dating back to the early 1980s
Includes original handbook, spare keys, and a rare original repair manual published by BL Cars Ltd in 1977
Letter of confirmation of work from Couston Classic Engineers
Parts manuals included
Indicates only 73,835 miles on a five-figure odometer
This is likely genuine consider the car's history

The Condition

Originally white, now finished in Triumph signal red (code 32) after restoration
Bodywork is in excellent condition with no dents, dings or corrosion
Only very gentle blemishing here and there, though nothing intrusive
Brightwork contrasts nicely and looks in good order
Badges and branding all in fine order
Wire spoke wheels are very nicely kept
Underside appears clean and solid
New Mohair hood with zip and reconditioned hood frame
Interior re-trimmed to a high standard
Black upholstery with white piping
No sign of any rips or tears
Door cards in excellent order
Carpets in good condition
Wood-veneered dashboard in good order
All instruments are clear and legible
We've no reports of any technical issues inside the cabin
Used sparingly and always dry stored, presenting well with only minor blemishes over 17 years

The Mechanics

2,138cc 4-cylinder engine
Manual transmission with four gears
Engine bay is in excellent order
Fully rebuilt during restoration with only 600 miles since
New clutch installed at 73,428 miles
Kevlar fan fitted for improved cooling
Full stainless steel exhaust fitted during restoration
Recently serviced with a new battery installed
We understand the car to be in excellent running order
We've no reports of any mechanical issues

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