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£3,375
1970 Triumph Spitfire MK3 ****** Owned by the same vendor for over 40 years, this was their first-ever car
UK • 9 Mar 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1970 Triumph Spitfire MKIII, offered with no reserve, has been under single-family ownership for over 40 years and underwent a restoration around five years ago, including mechanical, bodywork, and aesthetic improvements. It features a Triumph White exterior with a predominantly black interior and is powered by a 1,296cc engine, presenting a blend of classic charm and recent refurbishment.
Condition
5
The vendor rates paint, bodywork, engine, and transmission as "good" while rating electrics and interior as "average."
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83,137 miles
RHD
United Kingdom
JEK 9H
1970
Auction
Description
MOT – Exempt With the Triumph Spitfire launching in 1962, it was the MKIII of 1967 that really started to capture the public’s attention.
‘JEK 9H’ is a much loved example of the MKIII model, hailing from March 1970.
Between then and the 1980’s, ‘JEK 9H’ was enjoyed by five keepers.
During the 1980’s, however, this Spitfire came into the ownership of the current keeper as their first car.
‘JEK 9H’ has since been in the same family ownership ever since – over 40 years! This “family member” was restored around five years ago with significant works undertaken to bring ‘JEK 9H’ up to standard.
Offered today with no reserve this delightful Spitfire perfectly showcases why it has been so loved for so long.
‘JEK 9H’s’ earlier restoration encompassed mechanical, bodywork and aesthetic improvements.
Work included a partial engine rebuild, new exhaust system and attention to the steering components.
Many electrical ancillaries were replaced, including coil, distributor cap, spark plugs an...
Price Analysis vs Other Spitfire Mk IIIs
£370
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£7,230
Median Price (Since 2020)
£70,432
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 24th May 2023
Latest MOT mileage:
82,812 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 25th May 2022, 82,812 miles
Failed
On 16th May 2022, 82,899 miles
There were 6 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Major:
- Steering column top bearing excessively worn steering wheel loose. (2.2.2 (b))
- Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Minor:
- Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Passed
On 20th May 2021, 82,737 miles
Passed
On 22nd May 2020, 82,547 miles
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Auction House Headquarters
Hampson Auctions
Wincham Avenue, Wincham, Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 6GB, England
Located in Northwich, Cheshire, Hampson Auctions is a physical auction house dealing in classic, sports, and modern classic vehicles. They hold live auctions and provide vehicle consignment services.
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