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1966 Triumph Vitesse 1600
UK • 29 Apr 2026 • Lot 131
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1966 Triumph Vitesse 1600, sold without reserve, features a full restoration from 2004 and a comprehensive service history. While boasting a cream exterior with a red interior, the bodywork could use some cosmetic improvements.
Condition
6
The car was fully restored in 2004 and has a huge history file, indicating good maintenance. However, the listing mentions that it would now benefit from some cosmetic attention to the bodywork, suggesting moderate wear and the need for some reconditioning.
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25,929 miles (via 2022 MOT)
HB32973DL0
RHD
United Kingdom
Manual
MPK 587D
1966
Auction
Description
In 1962, following the pre-war practice of fitting 6-cylinder power plants into hitherto 4-cylinder powered chassis, Triumph introduced their Vitesse with a 1596cc 6-cylinder engine in a lengthened Herald frame, with similar body panels and modified front end incorporating four headlamps.
The Vitesse was built by Standard-Triumph from May 1962 to July 1971.
The car was styled by Giovanni Michelotti, and was available in both saloon and convertible variants, firstly with a 1600cc engine then latterly with a 2000cc unit.
Triumph's Vitesse has always been popular for its super-smooth six cylinder engine and good power-to-weight ratio and more than 22,000 1600 models were built before the Mk
II was launched in 1968.
Overdrive was particularly desirable turning the car into a capable long distance tourer.
The subject of a previous full restoration carried out between 2003 and 2004 this overdrive-equipped Vitesse Saloon is accompanied by a huge history file detailing the car’s provenan...
Price Analysis vs Other Vitesse Saloons
£660
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£5,653
Median Price (Since 2020)
£17,240
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 6th Jan 2023
Latest MOT mileage:
25,929 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 7th Jan 2022, 25,929 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor Section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Failed
On 20th Dec 2021, 25,892 miles
There were 8 defects noted.
Major:
- Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor Section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Passed
On 10th Dec 2020, 23,202 miles
Failed
On 7th Dec 2020, 23,202 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Major:
- Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
MOT Mileage Trend
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