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£7,600

1973 Triumph Spitfire MkIV

United Kingdom • 14 Jul 2026 • Lot 1541

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1973 Triumph Spitfire MkIV has undergone a recent bare metal restoration, presenting in a desirable French Blue finish with a well-maintained interior and engine bay. It comes with an MOT until June 2027 and benefits from an upgraded electronic ignition and a stainless steel exhaust, making it a compelling option for classic British sports car enthusiasts.

Condition

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The car has undergone a recent bare metal restoration and has a beautifully presented engine bay and underside. The MOT is valid until June 2027 and it is HPI Clear. The French Blue paintwork is described as attractive and desirable, with brightwork in super condition. The interior is original and well-preserved, and the black hood is reported to be watertight with a minor tear. Mechanically, it has a 1296cc engine with a 4-speed manual gearbox and working overdrive, and electronic ignition has been fitted. The engine bay is very clean and well-presented. While the hood has a minor tear, overall the car is in excellent condition, fitting the description of 'Very well-maintained with minimal cosmetic imperfections' and possibly requiring 'minor reconditioning'.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

[Chassis No]

Odometer:

55,568 miles

Reg Number:

NUS 858M

RHD/LHD:

LHD

Description Subject to a recent bare metal restoration Beautifully presented engine bay & underside In current ownership since late 2019 Finished in desirable 'French Blue' MOT until June 2027 HPI Clear The Triumph Spitfire MkIV remains one of the most charming open-top British sports cars of its era, offering simple, engaging driving and timeless styling.

This 1973 example presents as a well-cared-for car that has benefitted from a comprehensive rebuild during its current ownership.

Purchased in 2019 as a stalled project, the vendor has methodically stripped and rebuilt the car, clearly investing both time and effort into bringing it back to a usable and enjoyable condition.

Finished in classic French Blue with a black interior, it retains much of its original character while benefiting from subtle improvements.

Model Background & History By the early 1970s, the Spitfire MkIV represented a more refined evolution of Triumph’s hugely popular roadster formula, with revised styling by...