1,991cc OHV Inline 4-Cylinder Engine 2 SU Carburetors 100bhp at 5,000rpm 4-Speed Manual Transmission Front Independent Suspension – Live Rear Axle Front Disc Brakes – Rear Drum Brakes *Fresh from 35 years of garage storage *Recently cleaned and made to run *Restoration project THE TRIUMPH TR3 Introduced in October 1955, the TR3 was, indeed, little different from the preceding TR2. Changes to the 2.0-liter engine boosted power from 90 to 95bhp, but the most obvious difference was the adoption of an 'egg box' radiator grille. The engine developed 100bhp courtesy of a new cylinder head by mid-1956; then in August, Girling front disc brakes were introduced. The TR3A was introduced during 1957, with cosmetic changes including new front-end styling featuring a full-width grille incorporating sidelights/indicators, and locking door and trunk handles plus an improved interior. Today these charismatic Triumph sports cars remain popular for their usability, ease of maintenance, good looks and the fact that they are immense fun to drive. THE MOTORCAR OFFERED This example of the ever-popular Triumph TR3 has recently emerged from long term hibernation, having been retired from road use in 1982 and carefully stored since that time. Originally delivered in light blue, by the late 1970s this had been over-sprayed to the current scheme of primrose yellow, which contrasts with the original blue interior. The car is reported by its owner to be in solid, straight order structurally and in general terms to retain most of its factory delivered trim features, such as correct gauges correct, original bumpers, headlight lenses and windscreen. On the technical side, it is stated to still have the original 4 speed manual transmission. At the present time, the engine is running however clearly the car does need complete servicing or restoration before use, given its apparent solid basis this is entirely justifiable and it will no doubt provide a rewarding British Sports Car down the line.
1,991cc OHV Inline 4-Cylinder Engine 2 SU Carburetors 100bhp at 5,000rpm 4-Speed Manual Transmission Front Independent Suspension – Live Rear Axle Front Disc Brakes – Rear Drum Brakes *Fresh from 35 years of garage storage *Recently cleaned and made to run *Restoration project THE TRIUMPH TR3 Introduced in October 1955, the TR3 was, indeed, little different from the preceding TR2. Changes to the 2.0-liter engine boosted power from 90 to 95bhp, but the most obvious difference was the adoption of an 'egg box' radiator grille. The engine developed 100bhp courtesy of a new cylinder head by mid-1956; then in August, Girling front disc brakes were introduced. The TR3A was introduced during 1957, with cosmetic changes including new front-end styling featuring a full-width grille incorporating sidelights/indicators, and locking door and trunk handles plus an improved interior. Today these charismatic Triumph sports cars remain popular for their usability, ease of maintenance, good looks and the fact that they are immense fun to drive. THE MOTORCAR OFFERED This example of the ever-popular Triumph TR3 has recently emerged from long term hibernation, having been retired from road use in 1982 and carefully stored since that time. Originally delivered in light blue, by the late 1970s this had been over-sprayed to the current scheme of primrose yellow, which contrasts with the original blue interior. The car is reported by its owner to be in solid, straight order structurally and in general terms to retain most of its factory delivered trim features, such as correct gauges correct, original bumpers, headlight lenses and windscreen. On the technical side, it is stated to still have the original 4 speed manual transmission. At the present time, the engine is running however clearly the car does need complete servicing or restoration before use, given its apparent solid basis this is entirely justifiable and it will no doubt provide a rewarding British Sports Car down the line.
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