| Year | Make | Model | Mileage | SOLD FOR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 | Triumph | TR4 | 62,750 (Not Warranted) | £20,200 + buyers premium | |
Description:In Brief:
On the Surface: This is a great example of a 1963 Triumph TR4. A desirable home market. right-hand drive car. Finished in Signal Red which really shows off the lines of its Michelotti-designed bodywork. The paintwork is complemented by a beige leather interior complete with red piping and carpets. This TR4 stands as a mint or near-concours example that is higly sought after in Today’s market! Maintenance & History: Inside the the comprehensive history file is evidence of significant investment and attention to detail. A body-off restoration took place in 2006, which included painting underneath and waxoiling for long-term preservation. In 2016, a comprehensive body refurbishment saw a full panels-off respray, restoring the car to its factory colour, Signal Red. With invoices totaling approximately £10,000 from the previous owner’s tenure alone, it’s evident that no expense was spared in maintaining this classic. The car’s history file also includes documentation such as the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust Certificate which proves this is indeed a home market, RHD, matching numbers example as well as photographs of the 2016 renovation, TR4 specification brochures, old MOTs and invoices amounting to approximately £3,500. The Model: As a successor to the beloved TR3A, the Triumph TR4 is one of the representitives of 60’s British sports cars. The TR4’s chassis and drivetrain were pretty much the same as it’s predecessor, yet its updated body design by Michelotti sets it apart. Under the bonnet the TR4 is powered by a standard wet liner inline-four engine through a four-speed manual transmission with synchromesh on all forward gears, along with the optional and highly desrirable Laycock de Normanville electrically operated overdrive. Sale Insight: Offering a rare opportunity to acquire a fantastic example of a TR4 of which another one of this quality will be hard to come by. This along with the documented history make it a stand out in any enthusiasts collection. |
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| Lot No. | 69 |
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| Auction | 25th April 2024 - 95% SOLD |
| Vehicle Make | Triumph |
| Vehicle Model | TR4 |
| Year of Manufacture | 1963 |
| Mileage | 62,750 (Not Warranted) |
| Registration | BFL248B |
| Date first Registered | 01/01/1964 |
| MOT | N/A |
| Chassis Number | CT283320 |
| Engine Number | CT28533E |
| Estimated Sale Price | £16,500 - £18,500 |
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