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£8,750

Asking price

1980 Triumph Spitfire 1500

  • Right Hand Drive
  • 92,000 Miles
  • Manual, 4 speed
  • Petrol
  • 1500cc
  • 1980
  • MPW50V
  • Green
  • Private seller
  • GB
    Dorking, United Kingdom

Description

Fully restored over the last 12 years.
Body restoration 12 years ago, bare metal re spray in Brooklands Green
Restored and powder coated bumpers and trim
Full interior re trim, new wood , carpets and seats
Ivory Searle reconditioned engine fitted with:
Twin 1/ 2 SU carbs
Higher lift cam
Full stainless steel exhaust with tubular manifold
Reconditioned gear box with overdrive
Full front suspension rebuild with brakes.
GT6 wheels fitted for that lovely stance!

Since my ownership (11 years)
Reconditioned diff
New rear wheel bearings and brakes
Gas adjustable shocks all round
Full wax oil treatment ( inc engine bay and cavities)
Rolling road tune to ensure everything runs nicely.

Car has been serviced every year regardless of miles and has just had:
4 new tyres
Oil and filter
Gearbox oil
Brake fluid
Points, condenser, rotor arm and dizzy cap
New spark plugs
New radio

Car is in superb condition. NO RUST, NO FILLER
Drives beautifully and subtle modifications means it will keep up with modern traffic just fine and it can hold motor way speeds comfortably. It sounds great too.

The car has done c. 7000 miles since first parts of restoration.
Having been to many shows this is one of the best Spitfires out there and has won a few Brooklands events.
Engine bay is waxoyled but beneath is lovely paint should you wish to show it.

Car comes with waterproof bikini cover, tonneau cover and full waterproof and breathable cover and a box of spares including a spare tubular manifold

Always garaged.

More photo’s available and any questions welcomeIt’s a stunning car you can show or just drive and enjoy.
I’ve loved owning it but with so few miles covered since my 3 little girls arrived it’s time for its next chapter

Vehicle background

Has the vehicle ever been imported?

No

Is there any outstanding finance?

No

Has the vehicle ever been declared a total loss?

No

Has there ever been any major structural issues which needed work?

No

Private seller

1 listing since 2025
+441753903944

Vehicle location

Dorking, Surrey, United Kingdom
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