In 1935, Triumph was about to split the motorcycle division of the company off from the car company (it happened the next year). But the turmoil didn’t stop the firm from producing some very desirable automobiles in the meantime,… more»
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Sprint Engine Swap: 1971 Triumph 1500
While this car is advertised as a Triumph Dolomite, it was built using a completely different car – the economy-minded, front-wheel drive 1500. The body cues are similar, but the Dolomite was a rear-wheel drive dynamo, especially the “Sprint”… more»
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No Reserve Roadster: 1973 Triumph TR6
For many years, the British roadster was the quintessential sports car. While a Mustang was the muscle car of choice for many, the variety of open-top sports models from Great Britain were the car of choice if you wanted… more»
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British Hatchback: 1967 Triumph GT6 Mk l
Before MG launched its GT into the market, Triumph had cobbled up a hatchback based on the Spitfire. The new car was heavier than the Spitfire, and its inline four-cylinder labored under the extra weight. The project was shelved… more»
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Parts or Restore? 1968 Triumph TR250
This Triumph TR250 – a one-year-only car – is misidentified on eBay, where it is listed with a buy-it-now price of $5750 or best offer. The seller has it categorized as the less-glamorous TR6. The car is a derelict,… more»
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One-Owner Racer’s Time Capsule: 1958 Triumph TR3
A storage-fresh 1958 Triumph TR3 with one-owner history and roots in period racing is the kind of discovery that still gets enthusiasts talking. This example recently surfaced on Facebook Marketplace in Assonet, Massachusetts, carrying an $8,000 asking price and… more»
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Parts Car or Worth Saving? 1959 Triumph TR3
The Triumph TR3 was one of many 2-seat sports cars imported from the UK in the 1950s and 1960s. It was a product of the Standard Motor Co. between 1955 and 1962, the successor to the TR2 and the… more»
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Original Paint, Rebuilt Engine: 1963 Triumph Herald Saloon
Even the most avid British car fan can be forgiven if the Herald is not in his vocabulary. But it should be, because though this little Triumph is not a common sight today, more than 500,000 were made, and… more»
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Rare Brit: 1949 Triumph 2000 Roadster
Hiding in this carport is one of the world’s rarest British Sports Cars. This 1949 Triumph 2000 Roadster has spent years in a barn. It looks pretty tired, but close inspection reveals it is rock-solid and has a feature… more»
60k Original Miles: 1974 Triumph TR6
I have always considered the TR6 as the most attractive of Triumph’s “TR” range of sports cars. The company scored a home run with the styling, perfectly combining aggression and elegance. This 1974 example is an absolute gem, ideal… more»
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Affordable British Muscle: 1980 Triumph TR8
To my mind’s eye, the Triumph TR8 is one of the best values in the classic and muscle car market today. A few years ago, I thought we were about to see prices spike after a few high dollar… more»
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Stored Twenty Years: 1960 Triumph TR3A
By most measures, Standard Motor Company was late to the sports car niche. Vauxhall’s 1910 C-10 – dubbed the “Prince Henry” – is considered to be Britain’s first sports car; MG and Morgan were born making sports cars; Jaguar… more»
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Solid Project: 1976 Triumph TR7
The Triumph TR7 divides opinions. Some people appreciate the bold styling, while others feel cold. If you fall into the first category, you may be drawn to this 1976 example. It requires restoration, but it is a complete vehicle… more»
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Rare Import: 1967 Triumph 2000 Estate Wagon Project
Classic British cars appear at American shows from time to time, but certain models remain extremely uncommon on this side of the Atlantic. This 1967 Triumph 2000 Estate Wagon is one of those unusual sightings. Currently listed on eBay… more»
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40-Year Storage: 1959 Triumph TR3
This 1959 Triumph TR3 proves that there are still wonderful classics hidden in barns and sheds, waiting for liberation and a chance to return to our roads. It spent forty years in storage, recently emerging into the light of… more»
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Two For One: 1973 Triumph Stag V8
When I was in high school back in the mid-1990s, I started collecting literature on Triumphs, because I couldn’t decide if I’d own a TR2 or a TR3 someday (I would have been disappointed to know that I’ve owned… more»
