1975 Triumph Spitfire

Triumph Spitfire (1975)
for sale

Price: US $5,000.00

Description:

Up for auction is my wifes very nice 1975 Triumph Spitfire. I will make every effort to detail everything about the car so all interested will be fully informed prior to bidding. Please take time to read the auction in it's entirety as much work and dollars have been spent. In the last 4240 miles the car has had over $8853 spent on her ( receipts come with the car ) so you can be assured she has been well taken car of and ready for the road.
Mechanicals: The car has had much work done and dollars spent and she is ready for the open road. Over the last 4240 miles $8853 or more has been spent and I have the receipts to prove it. She runs and drives great. The car was just had major service / work completed this week. The service this week included new points, new spark plugs, new ignition wires, new distributor cap, new rotor button, oil change and new air filter. Within roughly the last 4240 miles the following work was also completed. Most of which was done at the Flying Circus English Cars repair shop in Raleigh North Carolina: new heater control valve, new temp sending unit, new fuel sending unit, new battery, new front rotors, new front brake pads, new wheel bearings, front end alignment, new brake master cylinder, new clutch mater cylinder, new front shocks, front springs / coils, new voltage regulator, upgraded DVG Webber carburetor, new rear shock, new rear Leaf Springs & mounting hardware, new axle, new U-joints, new rear suspension trunnion kit, new vertical link Trunnion, new complete exhaust system and 5 new quality tires where fitted ( 4 on the car and 1 on the trunk spare ).The car shifts up / down through all the gears with no issues or noises. The car also sports an upgraded auxiliary electric radiator fan to ensure you'll never have an over heating issue with the car. The rear end is strong and makes no noises. The car needs nothing that I know of other than to be driven and enjoyed.Electrical's: Many hours and dollars where spent on going through this area: headlights ( high & low beam ) work , wipers work, horn works, front & rear turn signals work, front & rear running lights work, brake lights work, backup lights work, license plate lights work, interior courtesy light work , dash gauge lights work, radio works and blower fan works. All gauges are correct Smith brand and are in working order. Note: The car does have a backup temp gauge and a oil pressure gauge for safety. Interior: Is in good condition and I'll let the photos speak for its condition. Exterior: The car looks very nice in the photos and in person but I would still say the paint is of driver quality ( not show ). I would rather under state the paint quality as apposed to over stating it and the buyer being disappointed . The soft top is brand NEW and was installed just this week. The chrome wheel trim rings and chrome door mirrors where recently replaced as well. The car is extremely straight and the bumpers are in nice condition. Underbody: This area looks original and in very good condition. I find no rust issues with the car. Underbody photos available upon request. Trunk: The truck is rock solid. The car does comes with a spare wheel with a new tire installed on the rim, lug wrench, jack and 2 repair manuals and the original owners operating manual / book.
Overseas Bidders: Yes the auction is open to overseas bidders. The auction is open to overseas bidders and if you need to ship overseas try Schumacher Cargo Logistics shipping for fast free quotes ( here / ). I'm not an expert and my opinion of the car may vary from yours so please look at the photos closely and if you need more information or the extra photos I have available please ask prior to bidding. I know how hard it is to purchase a car online so please ask any and all questions you have prior to bidding or if you can come see and drive the car for yourself ( I really encourage you to do so ) as I want the winning bidder to be satisfied with the car when it arrives. Due to the cars age and having no way to warranty the car I'm selling her as is. A $500 non-refundable deposit is due within 48 hours of auctions end.

update: 2016-01-24

Features:

Condition:UsedVIN (Vehicle Identification Number): fm36202u
Year: 1975Number of Cylinders: 4
Make: TriumphTransmission: Manual
Model: SpitfireBody Type: Convertible
Trim: ConvWarranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Engine: 4 CylinderVehicle Title: Clear
Drive Type: 4 Speed ManualFuel Type: Gasoline
Mileage: 49,916For Sale By: Private Seller
Exterior Color: BlueDisability Equipped: No
Interior Color: Black

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