1957 Triumph TR3
Highlights
- Fully restored and converted to RHD
- Great car in very usable order
- Pretty Primrose Yellow over tan colour scheme
- Upgraded to 5spd box so ideal for touring
- Only three UK keepers since 2005
- Vast history file of ongoing maintenance
The Appeal
Of the plethora of British two seaters that flooded the US market in the 50s, Triumph’s range of TRs were the ones noted for their dynamic verve. Then and now their peppy 2litre motors and nimble handling single them out.
Those qualities make TR3s popular for touring and classic car events. This one would fit right it. It spent its first 48 years in the dry climes of California before arriving here in 2005. It was then restored and converted to RHD.
Finished in pretty Primrose Yellow with a fetching tan cabin, it is a particularly handsome example of Triumph’s svelte roadster. Regularly but carefully used by its two keepers since the restoration, recent work has included new discs and pads alongside further improvements to the brakes. The thick history file documents much more work.
An upgrade to a Ford 5spd gearbox means it would be perfect for long distance events and drives. Judging from the photos, it looks ready to enjoy.
History and Paperwork
- First registered in 1957
- Chassis ‘L’ suffix shows this car was original a export LHD model
- We are told that it spent the first 48 years in California
- Imported and registered in the UK in October 2005
- Three registered keepers since arriving in the UK
- Fully restored and converted to RHD post-import
- 5-speed Ford Type-9 gearbox installed in 2013
- New discs, pads, brake hoses, and caliper seal repair kits in 2019
- Delphi remote vacuum brake servo added in 2019
- Vast history file of maintenance as shown in photographs
- MOT history shows regular use since restoration completed
- Historic Vehicle that is MOT, tax and ULEZ exempt
The Condition
- Restored car in good order with lovely Primrose Yellow paintwork
- Paintwork presents very well as an older restoration with only light signs of use
- There are some minor marks to note in the photographs
- Bodywork in good order with no obvious deterioration but inspection of photographs recommended
- Black vinyl hood included which we are told is in good condition
- Steel body-colour wheels with Firestone tyres and chrome hub caps, all well kept
- Tan cabin with matching dash and door roll, all in very good order
- Three spoke, wood-rimmed Moto Lita steering wheel
The Mechanics
- Triumph 1,991cc 4cycl engine
- Upgraded to 5-speed Ford Type-9 gearbox in 2013
- Car has only covered around 5,000 miles with the new gearbox
- Tidy engine bay with neat detailing including chrome cam cover
- New brake discs and pads installed in 2019
- New brake hoses and caliper seal repair kits in 2019
- Delphi remote vacuum brake servo added in 2019
- No reported running or driving issues
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1957
- Make Triumph
- Model TR3
- Colour Yellow
- Odometer 44,332 Miles
- Engine size 1991
Listing Details
- Seller Type Trade
- Town Brentwood
- Location Essex
- Country United Kingdom
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