1970 Triumph Herald 13/60 Convertible

Highlights

• Pretty 13/60 with red paintwork, two-tone interior and JBW ‘Minilites’
• Extensive history file with paperwork dating back to 1983
• Recently checks and recommissionig by classic car specialist garage
• Repairs to fuel system, carburettor overhaul and service since 2025

The Appeal

The world of classic motoring would be considerably less joyful, characterful and entertaining without the Herald convertible. It brought open top family motoring to the masses and remains one of the most robust, easy-to-maintain convertible classics you can buy.

The current keeper of this pretty 13/60 bought it in 2024. It had been in long term storage for a few years, so he sent it to a classic car specialist for recommissioning. Subsequent work has involved welding to the chassis, carburettor overhaul, servicing and fuel system repairs, all of which is documented in photos and invoices.

The car is a late model 13/60 convertible that was repainted in red some years ago and also retrimmed in a smart two-tone finish. Appealing upgrades include an attractive set of JBW Minilite-style alloys and a pair of retrimmed Fiat X1/9 high-back front seats. There is scope for the buyer to build on the recent work, but it looks ready to enjoy.

The vendor says:

“The car is a lovely-looking car and very enjoyable to drive. It’s definitely a little eye catcher, and gets lots of admiring comments from many a passer-by. It’s with great reluctance that we’re selling her as we are moving abroad, but I’m sure she will make the next lucky owner very happy and envied wherever they travel.”

Key Information

• Mileage: 91,120 miles; no documentation to verify (unwarranted)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT exempt
• Technical specs: 1,296cc in-line four-cylinder OHV petrol, four-speed manual
• Paperwork: Extensive garage paperwork dating back to 1983; no formal service history, invoices for recent work, tax discs, old MOTs, V5C, workshop manual, restoration photos

The Detail

• Repainted in red some years ago with some age and deterioration to body in photos
• Restored to running condition since 2024 by local classic car specialist
• Well kept chrome work as shown
• Black vinyl roof with tonneau included
• JBW white Minilite-style alloys with polished rims
• Retrimmed red and white interior with high back Fiat X1/9 front seats
• Carburettor serviced during current ownership
• New distributor, spark plugs, distributor condenser, sports coil, points, and plug lead set fitted during current ownership
• Oil change carried out during current ownership
• Timing recently adjusted at the garage
• Electrical fault causing intermittent voltage to the coil reported, which vendor expects to be remedied imminently (not verified)
• Welding carried out to the offside rear chassis; photos and receipts are available
• Vendor reports bodywork has some blisters in places that could be easily addressed
• One notable area on the driver's side rear wheel arch requires repair
• Red carpets and generally well kept seats, door cards and veneers

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