1949 Triumph

Hightlights

• Registration : UK registered

• Chassis Number: TRA1250

• Engine Number: 400631

• 2. 088 cc, 4 cylinder engine, 68hp, 3-speed manual

Triumphs pre war cars had been much admired for their performance and quality, and cars like this 2000 Roadster were seen as a step up. Design work begun in 1944 for two body styles a saloon and a sports roadster using a common engine and gearbox, and similar running gear.

The chassis, an all new design featuring independent front suspension comprised two large diameter steel tubes joined by cross braces. Styled by Standard's Frank Callaby, the Roadster's elegant body was unusual in retaining the dickey seat, which had been a feature of the pre war Triumph.

This right hand drive example of Triumph's first post war sports car is one of about 2, 000 examples produced between 1948 and 1949, featuring the larger 2 litre engine. An older nicely restored car, it is finished in green with a dark green soft top and a red leather interior. The long front bench seat is surprisingly comfortable.

Large headlights, Lucas fog lights, dual chrome horns, and a chrome grille as well as a marker lamp and rear view mirror mounted on top each front fender. The interior, which features a luxurious quantity of wood, is in good (mostly original) condition.