1957 Triumph TR3

Lot Number: 591

1957 Triumph TR3

Imported from Texas, this LHD Triumph could be enjoyed as is or a great summer project.

 

 

  • NOT SOLD

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 18th June, 2022 at 11.00am BST at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Grey

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    LHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    148 XVS

SUMMARY

Imported from Texas, this LHD Triumph could be enjoyed as is or a great summer project.

 

 

DESCRIPTION

  • A stalled project that had been restored to an incredible standard
  • A huge amount of work has plainly been carried out to the chassis, floor, steering and ancillaries
  • A strong engine, running well, new brakes, exhaust, steering arms and more attest to its usability
  • New roof and tonneau cover too, and an immaculate interior. Currently in grey primer finish
  • UK-registered with a current V5C and its Heritage Certificate. Great summer project

 

 

 

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
591
Make
TRIUMPH
Model
TR3
Registration Number
148 XVS
MOT Expiry
02/01/2023
Chassis Number
TS18873L
Engine Number
TS15060E
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Grey

GALLERY

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Gary.

CONTACT

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SCORE:

103 / 135

Exterior


Bodywork:

Glass:

Paint:

Chrome:

Trim:

Remarks

Currently in restomod guise, ready to be painted should the new owner desire

Interior


Door-Cards:

Carpets:

Seating:

Headlining:

Dashboard:

Boot:

Remarks

New Hood, Carpets and Tonneau Cover, all in excellent condition

Engine


Components:

Appearance:

Starting:

Running:

Remarks

Stong engine with excellent compression, many new parts fitted inc fuel pump, distributor parts, leads, carb jets etc

Transmission


Gears:

Clutch:

Drive-Shaft:

Remarks

Shifts smoothly with no obvious faults

Running Gear


Axles:

Chassis:

Suspension:

Bearings:

Brakes:

Wheels & Tyres:

Remarks

All runnning gear looks to have recived major attention in the past

Electrics


Minor:

Major:

Remarks

Everything seems fine, lights, horn etc all work without issue

Vehicle History

Remarks

This car appears to have had a nut and bolt restoration, no rusty bolts nor washers could be found


Restoration Notes

Huge restoration in the US, including Chassis, Floors, Suspension, Steering, Brakes, Exhaust etc etc

Import Notes

Imported from the US in 2015, all taxes paid and now has a UK V5

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 19th June between 10am and 3pm and Monday 20th June between 9am and 1pm.

Our transport partners, 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 20th 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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