LOT 154

1967 Triumph TR5 Roadster Prototype Registration no. LHP 228F Chassis no. CP1

Sold for £51,750 inc. premium

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Lot 154

1967 Triumph TR5 Roadster Prototype

Goodwood Revival: Collectors' Motor Cars and Automobilia|7 September 2024, 13:00 BST|Chichester, Goodwood

1967 Triumph TR5 Roadster Prototype
Registration no. LHP 228F
Chassis no. CP1

• Featured at the Motor Show launch of the TR5
• Chassis CP1- one only pre production car to exist
• Last owner since 2017
• Restored to original specification circa 25 years ago
• Reported to start and drive very well

Similar to the preceding TR4A - the first TR with independent rear suspension - but with Triumph's 2.5-litre, six-cylinder engine installed in place of the old 2.1-litre four, the TR5 was produced during the 1968 model year only (October 1967 to November 1968) pending the arrival of the restyled TR6. The bulk of production was built in TR250 export trim, with twin Stromberg carburettors to meet US emissions requirements and a reduced power output of 105bhp; UK models though, came with Lucas mechanical fuel injection and 150 horsepower. Good enough for a top speed of around 120mph, the TR5 (along with the early-model TR6) is the fastest of the six-cylinder TRs, its combination of traditional styling, superb performance and comparative rarity making the model highly sought after today.
Featured at the Motor Show launch of the TR5, this prototype was later sold through a Triumph dealer to its first owner. The last custodian has owned the car since 2017 (the V5C shows three former keepers). Restored to original specification circa 25 years ago, the TR5 features all-original trim; recently re-chromed brightwork; and new wheels and tyres. The history file contains original articles, magazines, and advertisements featuring LHP 228F, and a note from the TR Register stating that CP1 is the only pre-production model to exist. Recently our vendor drove the Triumph for some 200-300 miles and reports that it starts and drives very well, with working overdrive. CP1 is a unique and significant part of Triumph's History.

Saleroom notices

Interested parties should note it has been brought to our attention that CP1 is not the only pre-production TR5 to exist.

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