1978 Triumph Stag Mk II 3.0 Auto

Lot Number: 173

1978 Triumph Stag Mk II 3.0 Auto

Much loved late-production Mk II Auto in BRG that benefits from an older restoration and remains really well presented.

  • Sold for: £12,375

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 24th March, 2024 at 12.00pm GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    British Racing Green

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    XTT 62S

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    1179 Miles

SUMMARY

Much loved late-production Mk II Auto in BRG that benefits from an older restoration and remains really well presented.

DESCRIPTION

  • The archetypal smooth 1970s British sports-tourer in an Italian overcoat
  • Dating from early 1978 (1977-built) this is a very late production Mk II finished in BRG with beige leatherette and Nutmeg carpets
  • From 1976, the much improved BorgWarner 65 auto box replaced the Type 35
  • From three years current ownership and just four former keepers
  • The car was restored by the previous owner in 2015 with invoices for parts in the history file
  • Impressively presented in BRG with beige leatherette and Nutmeg carpets
  • 1,179 miles indicated. Speedo head and servo change at 68,794 miles (the old speedo accompanies the car)

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
173
Make
TRIUMPH
Model
STAG
Variant
AUTO
Registration Number
XTT 62S
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Chassis Number
LD45422A
Engine Number
LF045435HEA
Transmission
Auto
Body Colour
British Racing Green

GALLERY

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.

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SCORE:

106 / 135

Exterior


Bodywork:

Glass:

Paint:

Chrome:

Trim:

Remarks

Excellent. The Passenger door does not shut flush.

Interior


Door-Cards:

Carpets:

Seating:

Headlining:

Dashboard:

Boot:

Remarks

Carpet needs refitting.

Engine


Components:

Appearance:

Starting:

Running:

Remarks

Very good.

Transmission


Gears:

Clutch:

Drive-Shaft:

Remarks

No issues.

Running Gear


Axles:

Chassis:

Suspension:

Bearings:

Brakes:

Wheels & Tyres:

Electrics


Minor:

Major:

Remarks

Speedo head change at 68,794 miles. I have the old speedo and it will accompany the car. The new speedo has done 1,179 miles.

Vehicle History

Remarks

There is no Hardtop with the car.


Restoration Notes

Full restoration

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

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