1959 Triumph TR3A LHD

Highlights

• Pretty car in Opalescent Gunmetal cellulose finish with matching 60-spoke wires
• Recent new hood, tonneau, splined hubs and battery
• Described as well maintained with recent service
• 2,038cc engine with 2,138cc pistons and liners
• Fitted with optional factory overdrive on 2nd, 3rd and 4th gears
• USA car reimported and UK registered since 2019

The Appeal

In the hotly contested post-war roadster market, Triumph’s TR3A stood out for its performance and engagement. These cars were tough and rugged too, as repeated success on rallies like the Monte Carlo and Tulip Rally and the Liege-Rome-Liege endurance event proved.

Like most ‘wide mouth’ TR3As, this one began life in the USA before returning home in 2019. The current keeper bought it in 2023. It is a really pretty car in unusual Opalescent Gunmetal grey with matching 60-spoke wires and a nicely trimmed charcoal leather cabin. The specification is equally compelling, with the 2,038cc engine fitted with 2,138cc pistons and liners and an optional factory overdrive gearbox. We’re told that it has been garaged since purchase. Recent work has included a new roof and tonneau, plus replacement splined hubs and a new battery.

Recently serviced, this TR3A presents as a handsome, very usable classic ready to enjoy.

The vendor says:

“Drives as it should; overdrive is great fun to use, and it gives you 7 gears.”

Key Information

• Mileage: 68,629 miles indicated
• Country of registration: USA (UK registered since 2019)
• Technical inspection status: MOT exempt
• Technical specs: 2,038cc inline four-cylinder petrol (2,138cc pistons and liners fitted), four-speed manual with overdrive
• Paperwork: V5C

The Detail

• Recent full oils service carried out and described as well maintained
• New splined hubs, spinners and battery fitted
• New hood and tonneau cover fitted; sidescreens reported in good condition
• Spare new windscreen included in the sale
• 5 litres of Gunmetal Cellulose paint and primer included in the sale
• Smart Opalescent Gunmetal grey metallic paintwork presents well for age
• Some micro-blistering appearing on the boot lid and a little on the bonnet
• Original windscreen has a minor split on the passenger side
• Vendor describes this as not easily visible
• Fitted boot rack and twin working Lucas spotlights
• We are told that the underside is in good order
• Smaart chromework across car
• Fitted with 60-spoke wire wheels painted grey to match bodywork
• Charcoal black leather interior with white piping in good conditon
• Vendor states interior is in very good condition with leather seats and trim
• Instruments reported as original
• Features leather-bound steering wheel, heater and adjustable steering column fitted
• Bulkhead vent reported as working smoothly
• All electrics reported as working except the ammeter; generator reported as working
• Engine reported as starting instantly with 60 psi oil pressure, maintained when hot
• Clutch reported in good condition
• Back axle described as good with no whine or noises
• Steering system reported as original

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