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- 1978 Triumph Dolomite Sprint
1978 Triumph Dolomite Sprint
Lot Number: 908
1978 Triumph Dolomite Sprint
Rear-wheel drive, powerful revvy engine, competition pedigree and all in a 1970s saloon with not a Blue Oval badge in sight - the Dolomite Sprint.
- GUIDE PRICE: £10,000 - £12,000
+ buyers premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT) on the first £300,000 of the hammer and 10% plus VAT (12% incl VAT) thereafter
You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Saturday 7th December, 2024 at 12.00pm GMT at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN
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BODY COLOUR
Tahiti Blue -
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RHD -
REG NUMBER
HGU 84V
SUMMARY
Rear-wheel drive, powerful revvy engine, competition pedigree and all in a 1970s saloon with not a Blue Oval badge in sight - the Dolomite Sprint.
DESCRIPTION
- Although the Triumph Dolomite range, introduced in 1972, had proved to be refined and sporty, competitors such as BMW's 2002 had a performance advantage which was costing Triumph dearly, both in terms of sales and prestige
- To remedy this, they unveiled the Dolomite Sprint in June 1973 powered by a 1,998cc, 16-valve, SOHC four-cylinder producing 127bhp and enabling 119mph and 8.4 seconds to 60mph
- Originally a French-delivered car, this 'Dolly' was converted to right-hand drive following its import and registration in the UK in 1980
- Finished in Tahiti Blue with contrasting vinyl roof and C-pillar coverings with bright yellow 'Sprint' badges with black and grey striped cloth seats and black carpets with wooden inlays to the dashboard
- Inside of the boot lid is signed by Andy Rouse and Gerry Marshall, legendary exponents of the Dolly Sprint in period
- Large history file containing older MOTs, hundreds of historical invoices, partially stamped service record, several hand-written service notes and maintenance records, Dyno print out sheets, the original Passport to Service, owners manual and two sets of keys
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 908
- Make
- TRIUMPH
- Model
- DOLOMITE
- Registration Number
- HGU 84V
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- VA26205LDL0
- Engine Number
- VA20447HE
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Tahiti Blue
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Stacey Williams
- Car Specialist
- 07472 250306
- stacey@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Stacey.
CONTACTSCORE:
101 / 135
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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 8th December between 10am and 3pm and Monday 9th December 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 9th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £175 plus VAT for a standard size vehicle or £275 plus VAT for a large vehicle (transit van/campervan etc.). Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
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