Suisse, MoudonChassis number: TPA DJ8 AT2 0178 2
Registration: 18.03.1980 - AG
The Triumph TR7 Cabriolet is a convertible version of the TR7 sports coupé produced by British carmaker Triumph in the 1970s and 1980s. It was powered by a two-litre in-line four-cylinder engine and offered good performance for its time.
History :
This car was purchased in 2015 from a private individual in German-speaking Switzerland by its current owner. It was in poor condition and had not been driven for some time at the time of purchase. Since its purchase, the owner has carried out extensive work on the vehicle. It is now being offered for sale by the owner in order to make room for other vehicles. The car received a veteran's appraisal in 2016. Its owner has been driving it regularly since this last appraisal.
Work carried out :
- Water pump
- Valves
- Seat grinding
- Cooling system, radiator + pipe
- Complete stainless steel exhaust
- New bonnet
- 4 shock absorbers
- Front brake pads + discs
- No corrosion
No corrosion
To be provided :
- On the gearbox, 2nd gear scratches a bit when you go down a gear.
- The fan needs replacing.
- The car takes a while to start from cold.
Vehicle condition
Looking at the exterior of this vehicle, there is a slight spot of rust under the boot lock and some visible damage to the driver's side window pillar, as can be seen in the photos. The edges of the doors are slightly scratched. The paintwork on the driver's side mirror is also worn. Apart from these elements, the bodywork is in beautiful original condition, with no pronounced scratches or impacts. The paintwork is not peeling and retains most of its original shine. The wheels are also in very good condition, with a few minor scratches. As for the soft top, it is brand new and shows no imperfections or tears.
Despite the minor damage to the bodywork and driver's side window pillar, this vehicle is in generally satisfactory condition, with a new soft top and a well-maintained interior.
Once inside, the vehicle is in good condition, with no abnormal wear. The seats, although worn, are not torn, and covers have been fitted to protect them and keep them in good condition. The door panels are also in very good condition, despite the fact that the leathers appear dirty in the photos. The dashboard and all other plastic parts of the interior are in very good condition, with no signs of wear or damage. The buttons and controls work properly, and the interior is clean and well maintained. In addition, it should be noted that the floor carpet and rugs are worn, but mostly dirty. Although their condition is not ideal, it should be noted that this can easily be remedied with professional cleaning or replacement.
In terms of mechanical condition, this TR7 has always been well looked after by its owner since he bought it. Everything works properly apart from the points mentioned above. The underside of the vehicle is clean, with no leaks or pronounced rust, as can be seen clearly in the photos.
The vehicle is in good general condition, with good bodywork, a new soft top and well-maintained mechanical parts. The interior shows some minor signs of wear, particularly on the seats, carpet and rugs, but is generally clean and well maintained.
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History of the model
Triumph introduced the TR7 in 1975 under the slogan "Shape of Things to Come". A replacement for the TR6, it was presented in Florida in the United States.
The history of the British car industry has been marked by crises, atypical models and the domination of the sprawling British Leyland group in the 1970s. To emerge from the crisis, the group launched new models, including the sporty Triumph TR7.
The crisis was largely due to British Leyland's strategy of acquiring many nationalised British brands, including Alvis, Austin, Jaguar, Land Rover, Morris, MG, Rover, Triumph and Wolseley. However, rather than rationalising these subsidiaries, they all continued to compete with each other in the marketplace, leading to consumer confusion and missed economies of scale.
Faced with this crisis, British Leyland reorganised by merging the Austin and Morris brands, doing away with Wolseley and focusing each manufacturer on a specific customer base. Triumph was tasked with designing a radically different sports car to what it had done before. The result was the Triumph TR7, a car with very modern lines, distinctive features and retractable lights.
The design of the TR7 was different from that of Triumph's previous cars, with a monocoque body, plastic instead of woodwork and an absence of chrome. Introduced in 1975, the TR7 was a strict two-seater coupe, which confused Triumph purists. What's more, the car wasn't available on the European market until a year and a half after its launch in the United States.
The TR7 was powered by a two-litre in-line four-cylinder engine with twin SU carburettors and a four-speed gearbox, which offered interesting performance. However, it struggled to find its audience, with sales targets rarely met. Sportier versions were launched, including the 135bhp TR7 V8 in 1977, and the 128bhp Sprint series from 1978.
Finally, in 1979 Triumph brought out a roadster version, designed by the Italian Michelotti, which met with greater success with the brand's usual clientele.
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