Highlights
- Beautifully presented TR3A with side-screens and full hood
- Brightly presented with plenty of extra features
- Matching wire wheels to set an authentic tone
The Appeal
The TR is one of the best selling models ever made by the Triumph Motor Company. Top-quality handling, an impressive straight-four engine and improved braking made this diminutive car an instant hit, and a huge success on the competition circuit.
Painted in bright Signal Red, this is a solid example with excellent spec throughout, including an aero windscreen, tonneau cover, luggage rack, hood, and wire wheels.
The History and Paperwork
- With previous owner for 27 years
- Regularly maintained and kept in dry storage
- Impressive paperwork file including multiple invoices
- Multiple MOT records
- Triumph enthusiast materials included in sale
The Interior
- Black vinyl interior with black carpets and dash
- Wood-trimmed steering wheel and gearstick knob
- Clustered instruments set up a pleasant, retro feel
- Some wear to the seating commensurate with age
- Dashboard and wooden accents show some wear
- A presentable example requiring only minor work to reach peak condition
The Exterior
- Bright red paintwork with chrome accents
- Rear wing stone guards, wire wheels, sliding plastic windows and black soft top
- Some chips to the rear wing and front of the vehicle
- Some bubbling around the headlights
- Slight paint loss to door seams
- Visible pitting to chromework
- Wire wheels display well with a good set of tyres
- No photographs of the underside of been provided - we have been informed of some surface corrosion but are unable to verify
The Mechanics
- No known mechanical faults
- Very minor advisories on latest MOT
- Car drives as it should with no reported knocks, smoke or oil leaks
- Engine bay appears to be in good order with minor signs of wear
Summary
The TR3A is a good all-round 60s British sports car - one of those quintessential models that can be recognised at a glance. This is a solid example, with some minor cosmetic faults that present a great opportunity for restoration.
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