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£16,800

1977 Triumph TR8

United Kingdom • 16 Sept 2026 • Lot Lot 24

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AI Listing Summary

This 1977 Triumph TR8 Fixed Head Coupe is a rare experimental development car, believed to be one of only two with EFI, showcasing its unique British Leyland testing history. It comes with extensive documentation, including original ownership and TR8 Register support, making it a significant piece for collectors of automotive history.

Condition

7

The car is described as having evidence of its development and testing history still visible, including test equipment and Dymo lettering. While it drove and stopped as expected, these modifications and visible historical elements suggest it is not in pristine or outstanding condition but rather in very good overall condition with slight wear and unique character from its past use. The mention of original steel wheels being available implies the current Revolution wheels might be part of its unique setup rather than original factory condition.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

ACN01006

Odometer:

66,690 miles

Reg Number:

WAC272S

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Description The odometer currently displays 66,690 miles; British Leyland development; this fixed Head Coupe is believed to be one of only two experimental TR8 FHC EFI development cars made; driven approximately 35 miles to our site A remarkably rare piece of British Leyland development history, this 1977 Triumph TR8 Fixed Head Coupe is believed to be one of only two experimental TR8 FHC EFI development cars, used by the British Leyland Power Train Division for testing and evaluation of the Lucas/Bosch electronic fuel-injection system.

The car comes with its original V5C showing BL Cars Ltd as the first registered owner, together with a letter from the TR8 Register supporting its pre-production history.

Following the demise of British Leyland, WAC 272S was reportedly sold through a closed Measham Auction at the end of September 1981, a history supported by documentation within the extensive accompanying history files and references to the car on various TR8 forums and enthusiast site...