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1980 Triumph Spitfire 1500 Fast Road Comvertible with Hardtop

Lot Number: 711

1980 Triumph Spitfire 1500 Fast Road Comvertible with Hardtop

A very smart example of the final iteration of Triumph's ubiquitous Spitfire superbly prepared for fast road work, track days or light competition.

  • NOT SOLD

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 24th September, 2022 at 11.00am BST at

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Leyland White

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    AHC 511V

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    12526 Miles

SUMMARY

A very smart example of the final iteration of Triumph's ubiquitous Spitfire superbly prepared for fast road work, track days or light competition.

DESCRIPTION

  • Total chassis-up rebuild completed some ten years ago with little use since
  • Restored to Fast Road specification by Ben Marshall Classic Vehicles Somerset
  • Balanced and lightened engine with twin 40 Weber carburettors
  • Lightweight fibreglass bonnet and boot. GT6 front brake upgrade
  • Jigsaw Racing FIA-spec roll cage, Cobra seats, Willans harnesses
  • Superbly detailed throughout
  • Comprehensive history file including photographic record of rebuild
  • Perfect for fast road, track days or even hill climbs

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
711
Make
TRIUMPH
Model
1500
Variant
Roadster
Registration Number
AHC 511V
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Chassis Number
FH116800
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Leyland White

GALLERY

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Charles.

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SCORE:

83 / 130

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Fibreglass bonnet and boot

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Stripped out interior, fast road, race style

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Superbly detailed

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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 25th September between 10am and 3pm and Monday 26th September 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 26th 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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