Triumph Spitfire | 1978

Triumph Spitfire | 1978

Highlights:

– 1.3-litre four-cylinder engine, petrol, 4-speed manual transmission

– Fitted with sport seats and a sport steering wheel

– Recently fitted with new brakes, tyres, wishbones and fresh oils

– The car has been restored in the past

– Classic open-top British sports car, ready for fair-weather motoring

The seller offers for sale this 1978 Triumph Spitfire, powered by a 1.3-litre four-cylinder engine, paired with a 4-speed manual transmission. Finished in a vibrant orange livery, this cabriolet Spitfire is fitted with sport seats and a matching sport steering wheel, giving the cabin a purposeful, driver-focused feel. The car has been restored in the past and has recently been prepared with a fresh set of brakes, tyres, wishbones and oils, addressing many of the key mechanical items ahead of a new season of use.

Launched in 1962, the Triumph Spitfire was conceived as a compact, affordable sports car to rival the likes of the MG Midget, combining simple, robust mechanicals with a body styled by the Italian designer Giovanni Michelotti. Over its long production run the Spitfire was progressively updated, gaining a more powerful engine, improved suspension and, later, a restyled tail, while always retaining its core appeal as a lightweight, uncomplicated open-top sports car. With its simple folding hood, direct steering and eager four-cylinder engine, the Spitfire has long been prized as one of the more accessible and usable classic British roadsters, equally happy pottering along country lanes or being driven with enthusiasm.

On the road, the Spitfire’s light weight and rev-happy engine make for an engaging, back-to-basics driving experience, while the fitted sport seats and steering wheel on this example add a further sporting touch to the cabin. With its recent mechanical attention to brakes, tyres, suspension and oils, this Spitfire is presented ready to be enjoyed through the summer months, offering straightforward and characterful open-top classic motoring.

Condition of the bodywork & paint

4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.

Condition of the interior

4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.

Technical condition

4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing.

Overall condition

4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.

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This car is currently located in: Groningen province, the Netherlands.

This car drives, brakes and shifts.

The car has a Dutch registration. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction.

The description of this car is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Route 66 Auctions requests a range of detail about the car from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. We strongly advise potential buyers to view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy.

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