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- 1961 Triumph TR3A
1961 Triumph TR3A
Lot Number: 856
1961 Triumph TR3A
Delightful 3A from enthusiast ownership with just 71,000 miles.
- NOT SOLD
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 30th September, 2023 at 11.00am BST at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN
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BODY COLOUR
White -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
420 DFJ -
ODOMETER READING
71000 Miles
SUMMARY
Delightful 3A from enthusiast ownership with just 71,000 miles.
DESCRIPTION
- An original, UK-supplied, right-hand drive 1961 Triumph TR3A with just 71,000 miles
- Owned by a club member for the last six years and just three keepers prior to that
- Subject to a bare metal repaint in White in 2012 and remains in very good condition throughout
- Head modified to take unleaded fuel. Electric cooling fan. Rack and Pinion steering
- Full set of Tonneau covers. Luggage rack included but not fitted
- Extensive history file. MOT until August 2024 issued with no advisories
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 856
- Make
- TRIUMPH
- Model
- TR3A
- Registration Number
- 420 DFJ
- MOT Expiry
- 12/08/2024
- Chassis Number
- TS81768
- Engine Number
- TS81914.E
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- White
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
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SCORE:
107 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
Very good condition. Full set of tonneau covers Luggage rack included but not fitted
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Remarks
Very good
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
No mechanical issues
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Remarks
All good, over drive on 3/4 gear
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
Brakes:
Wheels & Tyres:
Remarks
Runs well no vibration through steering, all round very good.
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Remarks
No problems, all good.
Vehicle History
Remarks
3 previous owners. Car lived in Spain for several years. Has been well maintained by all owners as history shows.
Restoration Notes
Bare metal respray 2012
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Vehicles can be collected from the Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN on Sunday 1st October between 10am and 3pm and Monday 2nd October between 9am and 1pm.
Our transport partner, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.
Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of the WEC by 1pm on Monday 2nd therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £150 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
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