1979 Triumph Spitfire Base Convertible 2-door 1.5l on 2040-cars
Year:1979
Mileage:33863
Color:
Location:
Eagleville, Tennessee, United States
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
Transmission:Manual
Engine:1.5L 1493CC l4 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
Body Type:Convertible
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
Transmission:Manual
Engine:1.5L 1493CC l4 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
Body Type:Convertible
Make: Triumph
Model: Spitfire
Options: Cassette Player, Convertible
Mileage: 33,863
Sub Model: 1500
Exterior Color: Yellow
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Interior Color: Black
Year: 1979
Number of Cylinders: 4
Trim: Base Convertible 2-Door
Drive Type: RWD
Model: Spitfire
Options: Cassette Player, Convertible
Mileage: 33,863
Sub Model: 1500
Exterior Color: Yellow
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Interior Color: Black
Year: 1979
Number of Cylinders: 4
Trim: Base Convertible 2-Door
Drive Type: RWD
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ...
I am conducting this auction for a family friend. Up for sale is a one-owner complete example of a 1979 Triumph Spitfire 1500. When I retrieved the car from it's indoor resting place for the last 18 years it did not run. To facilitate the sale the car now runs, drives, and stops but still needs tweaking by a specialist.
The Good.
One owner with orgininal bill of sale
Rust free and Solid
Complete Car
Does not leak or burn oil
Dash is in great shape
Floors are rust free
Carpet is in great shape
All the interior panels are in great shape
Has a Full tonneau cover
Has a convertible boot cover
The car features a Nardi steering wheel that is in outstanding condition. The wheel itself is nearly perfect but there is some pitting on the horn adapter. Similar wheels sell for upwards of $3000 on eBay.
The Bad.
The paint is weak (needs to be painted)
Convertible top needs to be replaced
Seats need to be recovered however the Triumph seat covers are more than adequate for occasional use.
Small dent in the bonnet with paint missing and light surface rust
Like I mentioned before the car had been sitting for 18 years. In order to get it up and running I installed new spark plugs, new starter, new coil, new battery, and cleaned the carb.
The car starts right up and runs ok. I am not an expert on this type of carb but the motor has good compression, doesn't smoke, and seems strong. With a little adjustment from an individual that is experienced with these carbs I have no doubt this car would be a blast to drive.
This car is for sale locally and I reserve the right to end the auction at any point.
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You'll need to watch the full video to find out.