1961 Triumph TR3 TR3A (1957-62)

OVERVIEW
One owner since extensive 1996 restoration, hence it's now acquired that charming patina that only time and TLC can endow.
Garaged, cosseted, maintained and improved regularly ever since, including clutch replacement 2025, water pump 2024 Sensible mods include discreetly added seat belts, electronic ignition, electric fuel pump, isolator, wide wire wheels, stainless steel exhaust, USB socket, hardened valve seats for E5 unleaded.

SPECIFICATION
2 litre straight 4 with twin SU carbs, . 4-speed manual with overdrive in 2nd, 3rd and 4th, electronic ignition, electric fuel pump, seat belts, wide wire wheels, stainless steel exhaust, discreet USB phone charger, isolator, heater, chrome boot luggage rack and black mohair roof. Fresh MOT will be provided to the buyer. As milometer peaks at 99, 999 total mileage unknown, but as only used in summer dry weather conditions for cruising, classic car shows and the occasional foray to Le Mans annual mileage has rarely exceeded 500 a year during my tenure.

CONDITION
Truly excellent; Rust free, there are very minor bodywork blemishes, interior trim and carpets undamaged and clean. Mechanically sound, everything spot on, all original gauges currently operational. except tachometer which has an as yet undiagnosed fault Mohair hood in excellent condition - again very very rarely used. Side panels were new in 1996 - and never been used - but plastic window panels on both now need replacement. Boot interior uncarpeted and paintwork has been at the mercy of tools and accoutrements which the seasoned classic car campaigner will know is essential baggage. The enamel on the hood frame and side-panel door slots are original i. e. 62 years old. HISTORY
The early history of the vehicle is shrouded in mystery; 1st registered in 1961 in the UK, it was said to have been shipped to South Africa and then reimported to the UK. The old logbook bears testament to its UK re-registration in the UK in 1978. by an owner eho kept it until 1996.

The vehicle was then fully restored in 1996 by Bromvyle Hall Garage of Woodbridge Suffolk from whom I acquired it in that same year. Since then the upgrades, bodywork and mechanical repairs have been undertaken by Dunham Restorations of Rudgwick, West Sussex.

he TR3A is the hairy-chested Triumph model that puts a smile on the face of every classic car enthusiast The combination of lightweight bodywork and powerful engine embodies the best of the ‘60s sports car world.
While some of the design is basic and decidedly old-school - side panels, rear suspension, steering box etc. - it also included unexpected mods for the era such as disc brakes and overdrive in second, third and fourth. Rack and pinion steering conversions are available but in my opinion pointless - surely you want the driving experience of the era or there IS no point.

469 BFJ is very smart and is ready to be used and enjoyed by its next owner. The buyer for this car will want to get behind the Les Leston steering wheel, press that starter, absorb the satisfying exhaust rumble, pull back on the flyaway handbrake, engage 1st (ensure overdrive switch is off) and thunder off down the road.