1973 Triumph Spitfire
Registration no. YDO 5L Chassis no. FH44718D

Bonhams MPH March Auction **Sealed Bids**|23 March 2020, 17:00 GMT|Bicester, Bicester Heritage

1973 Triumph Spitfire
Registration no. YDO 5L
Chassis no. FH44718D

Odometer Reading: 36000
MOT: 16/05/2020

*Recent Mechanical Work
*Runs and Drives Well
*Good Example

Spitfires are highly credible rivals to the MG Midget, being cheap to run, easy to work and backed by great clubs and spares support. With lighter evenings and fairer weather soon with us this highly appealing example has much appeal, particularly as the bodywork and trim are in very good order, as is the glass. The interior too presents very well – more fastidious enthusiasts will be pleased to know this car's seats; door cards and carpets will not require replacing in the near future. Spitfires are well regarded for their mechanicals which while relatively simple are rugged and easy to work on. Our vendor says this car is an excellent starter and that it runs very well, while cosmetically there is some room to perk things up, while the gearbox, clutch and suspension are rated as good. There is some history. In all potentially immense fun but affordable too, which firmly underline's the Spitfire's appeal.

Footnotes

Vendor Score Total: 72/100

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Key for sellers' assessments:
1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well

EXTERIOR TOTAL: 18/25
Body Work: 4
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 4
Glass: 4
Paint: 3
Wheels/Tyres: 3

INTERIOR TOTAL: 14/20
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 4
Headlining: 4
Seats: 5
Trim: 3

ENGINE TOTAL: 16/20
Mechanical components: 4
Running: 4
Starting: 5
Under Bonnet: 3

RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 15/20
Axles: 4
Brakes: 3
Gearbox/Clutch: 4
Suspension: 4

ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 6/10
Ancillary components: 3
Main components: 3

Car History File: 3/5

Saleroom notices

Please note the MoT expiry date is 06/03/2021, not as catalogued. Please note the hardtop has been on this car for nearly all it's life and so the soft top and tonneau are in very good condition, and there is no rust within the car. Please note the correct chassis number is FH44718.

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