1971 Triumph Stag

Highlights

• Extensive mechanical overhaul including engine work, new clutch, new differential, and stainless steel exhaust
• Completed a 1,200-mile road trip across the UK without fault
• Praised by experienced Stag owners and a concours judge at a Cornwall Triumph Owners meeting
• Extensive history file with invoices and service documentation
• An independent assessment confirmed no structural or body concerns

The Appeal

The Triumph Stag is one of the quintessential cars of the 70s - effortlessly cool, combining Michelotti's elegant styling with the distinctive burble of its 3.0-litre Rover V8. This 1971 Mk1 example, tastefully fitted with Mk2 styling additions, has benefited from extensive mechanical work and comes to market as a well-sorted, usable classic that's ready and waiting for its lucky new keeper.

Purchased earlier this year by two brothers specifically for a 1,200-mile road trip across the UK, the car completed the four-day journey faultlessly during the summer heatwave - even in 35°C heat, the engine temperature reportedly never rose above normal. At a Cornwall Triumph Owners meeting along the way, the car drew compliments from experienced Stag owners and a concours judge alike.

Prior to the current ownership, the car received a thorough mechanical overhaul including an uprated cooling system. Accompanied by an extensive history file, this Stag is a fine example that ticks all of the boxes.

Key Information

• Mileage: 14,961 miles (indicated)
  • The odometer has gone around the clock, meaning a true mileage of 114,961 miles
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT exempt
• Technical specs: 3.0-litre V8, 4-speed manual with overdrive
• Paperwork: Extensive history file with invoices and service documentation

The Detail

• Mk1 model fitted with Mk2 styling additions including refurbished Mk2 wheels, Mk2 steering wheel, and Mk2 strip; original Mk1 parts are included
• New Continental tyres fitted
• Engine overhaul, new clutch, new differential, and stainless steel exhaust fitted prior to current ownership
• Uprated cooling system with expansion tank, electronic fan, and silicone hoses
• Four-speed manual gearbox with working overdrive; the vendor reports the gearbox functions well
• The vendor states the car starts first time, runs smoothly, and pulls strongly
• Bodywork reported to be in good condition with no scrapes, dents, or rust concerns; not concours
• Resprayed in the last few years by the previous owner; no details of the respray are available
• Hood reported to be in good condition and weatherproof with some slight wear; the hood frame could benefit from attention
• Interior described as in very good condition by the vendor
• 2-inch L-shaped tear on the passenger seat by the fold-down mechanism; a new matching seat cover is included but not yet fitted
• New seat belts and new mats fitted, and door cards repaired by the current owners
• All instruments reported to work; an oil pressure gauge is installed in place of the voltmeter — the original voltmeter is included
• Slight cracking of the veneer around the gearstick
• Modern DAB radio with aerial fitted by the previous owner

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