Highlights

Registered in Northern Ireland however the the car can be used anywhere in the UK with no duties or need to re-register
Comprehensive body-off restoration completed between 2015 and 2022
Engine completely stripped and rebuilt with new components
New carpets, steering wheel, and more comfortable seats fitted
Alloy wheels and tyres in as-new condition
Nut and Bolt restoration video here

The Appeal

Spirited, nimble and lightweight, the Triumph Spitfire is a key component of what made the sports car a truly Anglocentric art. These characterful little sports cars were every bit as charming as they were potent, and continue to be one of the most iconic of the little roadsters that Triumph were so prized for.

This fabulous 1974 example was subject to an extensive restoration between 2015 and 2022 - which has resulted in a truly superb classic. Everything here is in fine fettle, with only the very gentlest signs of use bedding in, and it's an eminently drivable classic, to boot.

This Spitfire is a perfect example of an accessible, capable classic car, and is ready and waiting to be driven away by the lucky new owner. Here's your opportunity - don't miss it!

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History and Paperwork

Registered in 1974
Underwent a full body-off restoration between 2015 and 2022
No history prior to restoration, but invoices for restoration work are available
This includes a photographic record of the work undertaken
Sold to current keeper by Catlowdy Carriages
Registered in Northern Ireland, valid for use across the UK
Indicates 05,371 miles on a five-figure odometer
The vendor reports that it's been 'around the clock'

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The Condition

Chassis is reportedly in exceptional condition following the restoration
Paintwork resprayed in original colour, with minor micro blistering to note
No paint peeling or visible corrosion across the car
The bodywork is in good condition with only minor blemishes
Front and rear bumpers have some pitting but do shine up well
The new hood is in perfect condition but it is hard to stretch to all the pop clips
The vendor notes it would need to be properly heated/stretched to work properly
The alloy wheels are as new, as are the tyres
Interior features new carpets, steering wheel, and more comfortable seats
All of this is in fine order, with no rips or tears we can discern
The dials and instruments all seem to be in good order
However, CD/Radio player is defective
A spare unit included for the buyer to install

The Mechanics

1,296cc 4-cylinder engine
4-speed manual transmission
Engine bay in excellent condition
Engine completely stripped and rebuilt with new components
The vendor reports that the car is in excellent mechanical health
The vendor notes: "The car starts effortlessly and drives exactly as you’d hope, with no unusual knocks, bangs, or rattles."

New parts included:

Shell bearings
Piston rings etc
A new alternator
Battery
Rocker cover
Radiator hoses
Heater hoses
Petrol pipes
Heater valve
Solenoid
Gearbox mountings
Gearbox bushes
New clutch and brake master cylinder
...And much more!

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