Saleofcar.com :Triumph

Triumph Spitfire (1980)
for sale

Price: US $950.00

Description:

You are viewing a 1980 Triumph Spitfire Ultimate Time Warp Example.
Being offered at Low Reserve.
This was Grandma's little Sports Car that was used to drive to the Country Club and short drives for many summers. Looks almost new!
Always garage stored and only used on sunny days!
Ready to display at your local British Car Show or Cars and Coffee.
Becoming a very rare collectible model with values on the rise. Last year of production with Factory Overdrive and Factory Hard Top. Also includes very nice original factory Owner's Manuals in the original plastic pouch.
Vin #: TFVDW6AT001298
Engine #: FM129874UCE (1500 cc)
Transmission: 4 Speed with factory overdrive
Color: Orange with black interior
Title: Clear Indiana Title
Mileage: 70, 230
I will be adding more pictures within the next few days.
The Triumph has been garage stored and used sparingly for many years. It had undergone a repaint in the original factory color approximately 25 years ago and looks absolutely fantastic. Being sold due to an unexpected car opportunity that I cannot pass up.
Under the hood the Triumph is pretty much all original down to the original air filter. It has a newer battery with no issues with the charging system. The engine starts easily at the turn of the key. The engine doesn't have any smoking issues and the exhaust is quiet. Engine runs smoothly. The transmission shifts fine in all gears, and the clutch works fine including the hydraulics. The Factory Overdrive does not work and the solenoid is suspect. Since it was only driven around town, it was never an issue. Brakes work fine including the emergency brake. Has upgraded electronic ignition for reliable starting. Has new water pump and coolant hoses.
The interior is in excellent condition as shown in the pictures. Door panels in good condition as well as the carpet. Both seats in very nice condition with some minor wear on the driver's side seat bolster. Jump seat area in nice condition as well. All gauges work properly as do the lights, blinkers & heater fan. Wipers are in-op and are disconnected. Radio works fine.
The Body is in excellent condition as shown in the pictures. Paint has an excellent shine and presents very nicely. There are a few misc. paint chips that would be expected for a vintage car. The only rust I can find is a very small blister at the bottom of the driver's side front fender and also a small spot in the passenger side wheel. I will include pictures of both spots. Both rocker panels in excellent shape as well as the underside/floor pans. There are no stone chips on the nose or lower portion of the car since it was only driven on short drives and never saw freeway driving. The factory hard top is in very nice condition as well as shown in the pictures. Fitted with factory luggage rack.
Original factory wheels and trim rings in fantastic condition. Tires are matched set with good tread. Includes factory spare and jack kit.
Convertible top is in excellent condition and fits perfectly. All snaps work properly. Rear window is in excellent condition and also has the Zip out feature on the center section of the window. This is a great feature for very hot days. Always stored with the top up. Convertible top frame in good condition and operates properly. Includes convertible top boot to cover the soft top when it is down.
The Triumph is being sold in as is condition with no warranty expressed or implied. I cannot be held responsible for any errors or inaccuracies that may have been inadvertently been provided.
ONCE AGAIN. ..LOW RESERVE AUCTION!
Please have your finds in order prior to bidding.
Shipping is up to the buyer to arrange.
As stated, the Spitfire represents a wonderful opportunity for the British car enthusiast that is looking for a great example at an affordable price. Comes with a clear Indiana title. Sold in as is condition with no warranty expressed or implied. I have done my best to describe the Triumph to the best of my ability, however there may be some things that I may have missed. It is up to the buyer to do due diligence when making a purchase online. Do not make any assumptions about anything. Ask any questions that may not have been addressed. I am not responsible for any errors or erroneous misinformation. If you would like to speak with me directly, please provide a contact number and I will get back to you.
For the motivated buyer, I will consider ending the auction early for a serious offer, however I do not have a buy it now price set.
The fine print: If you have 5 or less feedback transactions, you must contact me prior to bidding. A non-refundable deposit of $500.00 is due within 24 hours of the auction end. If the deposit is not received, the Triumph will be offered to the next highest bidder. The balance is due within 7 days of the auction end date. The car must be picked up within 10 days of the auction end date. A $10.00 per day storage fee will be charged after the 10 days unless prior arrangements have been made. For International Buyers, I have sold several vintage cars to overseas buyers with the buyers being extremely pleased with the sale. License Plate not included. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact me. I will do my best to answer any questions you may have.
:

_{update: 2015-05-26}