1968 Triumph Vitesse

The Triumph Vitesse was introduced in 1962, it was an in-line 6-cylinder performance version of the Triumph Herald small saloon. The Herald had been introduced on 22nd April 1959 and was an attractive 2-door car styled by the Italian designer Giovanni Michelotti. By the early 1960s, however, Triumph began to give thought to a sports saloon, based on the Herald and using their 6-cylinder engine. Michelotti was again approached for styling and he came up with a car that used almost all body panels from the Herald, combined with a new front end with a slanted "Chinese Eye" 4-headlamp design.

The Vitesse sold extremely well for Triumph. The car was well liked for its performance, reasonable fuel economy and the well-appointed interior. The Vitesse had few rivals for the price; able to perform as well as many sports cars, but with room for a family. The convertible in particular was virtually unique in the marketplace and another genuine 4-seater sporting convertible would not reappear from a British manufacturer until the Triumph Stag several years further down the line.

This example appears in good all round condition and is an excellent candidate for a light restoration. Having had just 5 caring owners, the milage of the car of approx 35,000 is belived but not warented to be genuine. Finished in the superb period colour of Iris Blue, we are told that the car runs and the interior benefits from being recently reupholstered whilst the hood is in good order throughout and period wire wheels are fitted.

Offered without reserve this is a great chance to purchase a project that is not too daunting and perfect for tinkering with in your garage. Once completed, the car is sure to provide you with many hours of happy motoring.