1960 Triumph TR3A
Registration no. 52 VVT Chassis no. TS82163

Bonhams MPH March Auction|20 March 2021, 13:00 GMT|Bicester, Bicester Heritage

1960 Triumph TR3A
Registration no. 52 VVT
Chassis no. TS82163

Odometer reading: N/A
MOT Expiry: Exempt

*UK RHD example
*Stunning Wedgewood blue colour scheme
*Restored in 2010

The Triumph TR3A is a beautiful classic British sports car. Originally developed from the TR2, the TR3 provides an enjoyable drive from its hearty engine and refined chassis. Essentially a facelift of the standard TR3, the TR3A offered a new wider front grille, exterior door handles, a lockable boot, and full tool kit. The new look gave the car a wider stance and much more grown up look. This 1960 example is a UK right-hand drive car, so is one of the few 1,286 UK cars built. A full restoration of the car was carried out in 2010 by TR specialists, so the car presents very well. The car is finished in this stunning Wedgwood blue colour scheme with the dark blue leather interior. The side screens, tonneau, hood cover are also new and in superb condition. The engine and gearbox were rebuilt in the restoration with the cylinder head converted to unleaded, adding an element of usability. Other enhancements include a new rack and pinion steering system, servo disc brakes, alternator, overdrive, electronic ignition, Kenlowe electric fan and bluetooth audio with aux. The car also has a good history file including all the handbooks. The car runs and drives very well and feels very tight, with the additional upgrades adding to the driving enjoyment and usability. A lovely example.

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Footnotes

Vendor Score Total: 90/100

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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: 25/25
Body Work: 5
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 5
Glass: 5
Paint: 5
Wheels/Tyres: 5

INTERIOR TOTAL: 13/20
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 4
Headlining: 1
Seats: 4
Trim: 4

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

RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 20/20
Axles: 5
Brakes: 5
Gearbox/Clutch: 5
Suspension: 5

ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 10/10
Ancillary components: 5
Main components: 5

Car History File: 3

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