Triumph TR3A

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Flowing lines, chromed spoke wheels, doors so low you could reach out and touch the road if you ever felt you wanted to… this can only be a British roadster. And not just any: What we’ve got here is a Triumph TR3A, and a truly attractive one at that. This specimen was built in 1959 and has gone through four ownerships altogether, the current holding it in his possession since 2001. A significant amount of invoices testify to regular servicing and maintenance, in total, over € 23,000 has been spent on this vehicle in recent years. Accordingly, a Classic Data appraisal states that this Triumph is in condition 2+, has a market value of € 31,000 and a replacement value of over € 35,800. The 2.0 litre engine was revised in 2015, it produces no less than 74 kW (100 hp) of power – remarkable figures for a 1950s sports car. Between engine and gearbox, a slight oil leak can be seen, otherwise the engine looks clean and is said to run smooth. The fiery red paintwork is in good shape, as are the chrome parts, with only slight traces of rust. The convertible top has once been replaced and is in a good condition, as is the beige leather interior. In 2011, the steering was rebuilt to use a rack-and-pinion system. The Triumph comes with German registration documents, and historic plates.

A sales success, especially in the important American market – and the winner of many prestigious car races of its era: the Triumph TR2 helped to establish the reputation of the Standard Motor Company of Coventry, England, as maker of sportive open two seaters. With its four-cylinder engine producing 67 kW (91 hp) of power from 1,991 cc of capacity, this roadster was extraordinarily powerful and fast for that time. 8,636 copies were built between 1953 and 1955. In 1955, the next generation, named TR3, was ready. It featured disk brakes and larger carburettors, tried and tested on the race track. A 1957 facelift brought a wider radiator grille, a boot lock and exterior door handles. These vehicles are nowadays referred to as “TR3A”, although this designation was never officially used. Similarly, the last variant of the TR3, available in 1962 only, while the succeeding TR4 was already being sold, is today referred to as “TR3B”. In that last model year, a larger, 2,138 cc engine was being offered. Across all variants, approximately 74,800 TR3s were built, making it one of the most successful Triumph models.
TR2 and early (up to 1957) TR3 models are suitable for the Mille Miglia.

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