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- 1971 Triumph Stag
1971 Triumph Stag
Lot Number: 351
1971 Triumph Stag
Superbly presented and delightfully original..
There is a Sale Room Notice on this lot, please read this before placing a bid
- Sold for: £23,625
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 11th November, 2017 at 2.00pm GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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BODY COLOUR
White -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
CGA955K -
ODOMETER READING
29495 Miles
SALE ROOM NOTICE
The correct Chassis/VIN number is LD 3580 O
SUMMARY
Superbly presented and delightfully original..
DESCRIPTION
The Triumph Stag is a British sports car sold between 1970 and 1978 by the Triumph Motor Company and styled by Italian designer Giovanni Michelotti. In 1965, Michelotti requested access to a Triumph 2000 to form the basis of a new a styling piece for the forthcoming Turin Motor Show, however, the resulting design was liked so much it never featured at the show and instead, the Stag was born. The name 'Stag' was originally the works code name given to the model but was eventually adopted as the actual name during development in 1966.
The original idea was to take two years developing the concept to launch in 1968, however, it was delayed by a further two years because of a number of problems, partly financial. Engine selection for the final production example also played a big part. Many alternatives were tried, but it was a specially developed Triumph V8 3-litre power unit which was finally chosen and this engine would become exclusive to the Stag.
Technically, the car was very advanced at launch in 1970, including independent suspension all round, servo-assisted disc/drum brakes, and power steering and electric windows as standard. All Stags were four-seater convertible coupés and with its refined styling, distinctive roll-over bar (originally installed to stiffen the body to reduce scuttle-shake) and hard/soft top options, the car was widely acclaimed. Envisioned as a luxury sports car, Triumph had the Mercedes-Benz SL clearly in its sights.
The car presented here is a 1971 Triumph Stag Mk1 with the 4-speed, overdrive gearbox built on 7th October 1971 and its BMI Heritage Certificate happily confirms it has retained its matching numbers. This immaculate car has covered just 29,495 verifiable miles and has been enjoyed by just three owners from new (two in the same family), with the previous one owning it since 1986. It has been maintained by a marque specialist and comes with a huge file of history, including many MOT certificates to help verify the mileage, and all the original documentation from its supplying dealer. It is currently fitted with Mk2 wheels but will come to auction with its original Mk1 wheels and factory tyres.
This is just a fantastic example of the much-loved Stag and rarely do cars with so few miles and a supporting history come to market. If you've always wanted one of these true British classics, this super example warrants a close inspection.
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 351
- Make
- TRIUMPH
- Model
- STAG
- Registration Number
- CGA955K
- MOT Expiry
- 11/07/2018
- Chassis Number
- LD35800
- Engine Number
- LD2521HE
- Transmission
- manual
- Body Colour
- White
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Joseph Watts
- Car Specialist
- 07779 082707
- joe@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Joseph.
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