1979 Triumph Dolomite 1500HL

An iconic, award-winning British classic with strong motorsport heritage, the Triumph Dolomite remains a firm favourite among enthusiasts. Finished in ‘Pageant Blue’, the paintwork presents in great restored condition, with even colour and coverage across all panels. Robert has professionally restored the car himself, drawing on his years of experience in body repair. Once again, we've captured high-resolution images and videos of the car for you to assess the condition of the bodywork for yourselves. The bodywork appears to be in great overall condition, with panel gaps aligning visually well around the car. We’ve provided detailed observations through our high-resolution images and videos. Please take the time to review all media files to assess the condition for yourself. The HL featured a significantly upgraded interior, including walnut wood door cappings, a rev counter, voltmeter, separate fuel and temperature gauges, a clock, higher-quality seats, and rear armrests. The dashboard shows no major damage or scuffs, and no warning lights were displayed during our visit. The odometer read ~15,035 miles at the time of visit. The Dolomite 1500HL delivers a raspy exhaust tone that adds a sporty feel. The car handled the twisty roads, with the suspension providing comfort - again, please watch the On the Road video to see the car in action. The glass is in very good condition for the car’s age. The window seals appear good and consistent with the overall condition of the car. Door handles and window surrounds also present well. The one area of the car Robert hasn’t addressed is the chrome front and rear bumpers, which show some light wear; he notes this would be the next area to improve and take the car to the next level. The 13” Triumph silver wheels with black centres present in good condition, with just some minor wear to the black centres. The tyres are Dunlop SP Sport on the front and Continental Contact on the rear, all of which show a good amount of remaining tread. No visible cracking or general age-related wear was observed on the outside sidewalls. Please take time to review the photos and videos for a detailed view of the exterior, wheels, and tyres so you can make your own assessment of their condition. Tyres are a key safety item, and you should consider replacing any that are cracked, perished, unevenly worn, or over 10 years old. The grey cloth seats have retained their shape well over the years. The front seats are fitted with headrests, with the rear seats featuring a fold-out armrest. The wood-capped door cards and carpets present similarly, showing consistent condition throughout. For a detailed view of the cabin, please take a look at the extensive media. The HL utilised the 1,493cc inline-four engine with twin carburettors, designed for better economy while still offering decent power for the period. Unlike the 1500, the 1500HL used a rear-wheel-drive layout shared with the Toledo and the rest of the Dolomite range. On the day of our visit, we started the car from cold and it performed well on the road, pulling strongly, idling smoothly, and running as expected. Robert reports that the car starts from cold without issue and drives well, with the manual gearbox transferring the power smoothly to rear wheels. We didn’t test all the electrics during our visit, but Robert reports that everything is functional and operational, aligning with the overall condition of the car. This 1979 example remains largely original, featuring its 1.5-litre engine, grey cloth interior, and 13” alloy wheels. Having been recently restored, the car presents beautifully on the road and is sure to turn heads wherever the new owner goes. Take a look at this history and paperwork media to see the previous MOT reports, and parts this Dolomite has received over its restoration, it is believed to have never been welded. We’ve done all our usual seller checks including photo ID, V5 and also actioned a history check on the vehicle - this is a professional check operated by HPI that will highlight if the car has been previously stolen, recorded as being in an accident, or have any outstanding finance - note, this does not include a mileage history check. We've summarised our own view on the car based on information gained from the seller in the listing above, however, and as you can see, we go to great lengths to photograph and video the car in hi-resolution detail - this has been done for you to make your own assessment from the comfort of your sofa. So please sit back, have a cuppa and take your time to review everything on this listing in order to make your own assessment on the vehicle's condition. Viewings are also welcomed with all our listings, so please get in touch with us to arrange a suitable time - we just need to speak to you first and receive a valid photo ID before confirming. If there's anything you're unsure about, no matter how small, then please first ask the owner in the comments area below before placing your bid/s, as bids can't be retracted and form a binding contract if you win the car - just like a traditional auction house. The suspension providing a smooth but bumpy ride on the Swansea roads. We did just notice a rattle during the drive as you'll hear in the on the road video - please take a look at the video to see and hear the car being driven around the local area. Both the original Dolomite steering wheel and the manual wood gearstick present in good condition. For a closer look, check out the image gallery to see the detail.