1973 TRIUMPH SPITFIRE MK4

This 1973 Triumph Spitfire has seen considerable work and upgrades carried out; these include an engine from a 2002 Ford Puma 1.7 VV engine with ECU and wiring, five-speed gearbox from a Mazda RX-8 with custom propshaft and clutch, Hilux brakes with four-pot front BX vented discs and rear MGF discs, heavy duty wheel studs and 11-spoke MGF alloys. The suspension is also adjustable. there's been a balljoint front conversion, lightweight front hubs and heavy duty stub axle. It received a full restoration between 2015 and 2019. The car was featured in a six-page article in the December 2023 issue of Practical Classics magazine plus was included on the front cover. The Triumph was registered in December 1973 and has an MoT valid until July 2025 although, as an historic vehicle, it is exempt from MoT testing. The electronic odometer shows 1402 miles. Recent work has seen an oil and filter change plus MX-5 seats installed. 

Paperwork includes the V5C, MoT certificates, a notebook listing the modifications and parts used, invoices and the copy of Practical Classics magazine with the car in it. There's also the two sets of keys,a fob and coded pouch for the immobiliser.    

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