1974 Triumph Spitfire

1500 Convertible

4 - Cyl.

Manual

FM15562U

Gasoline

Presenting this Barn Find, 1974 Triumph Spitfire With No Reserve Price! Featuring: · Factory Original Hard Top · Convertible Soft Top · Triumph GT6 Front Bonnet (Hood) · New, Upgraded Upholstery Including Seat Covers, Panels, Carpet, Headliner & Dash Pad · Dual SU Carburetors · Brand New Battery · Metallic Blue Exterior · Lots of Spare Parts · Much More! Cars2K is listing this car AS-IS for the private owner: · We are not making warranties as to this car’s fitness or originality. · We simply photographed and described it to the best of our ability. · Pre-bid inspections are welcome. Post bid inspections ARE NOT! · Please respect eBay’s rules for the auction’s stability! ***NEEDS WORK*** Amazingly, after sitting for a long time, this Triumph starts-up on its own, runs and stops but should NOT be taken on any long trips as it needs lots of work. It is therefore being sold for parts or restoration. Here is a SHORT list of our findings and disclaimers based on a LIMITED inspection and test drive: · Motor has audible rod and/or piston noise at higher RPM and lacks power (Does not smoke) · Transmission grinds in some gears when shifting (clutch seems okay) · Front & rear suspension is worn · Rear leaf spring is worn or broken · Wiring needs work (some lights & blinkers do function) · Lots of body filler throughout (but the frame appears free from any major rust or collision damage) · Lots of trim, switches, mouldings and parts are damaged, worn, cracked, missing or not original · Brakes are spongy · Speedometer is not operating (possibly the cable?) True Miles Unknown · Fuel and Temp Gauges are not working (possibly not hooked up?) · License Tags expired in April, 2006 (no penalites due) · Re-Assigned Vin Plate (No Public Vin) If you're not a mechanic or not absolutely certain about what you are seeing (and reading) here, it is highly recommended that you inspect this car yourself or arrange a third party inspection. Please do so PRIOR TO BIDDING.To view a slideshow of 90 HUGE, detailed photos of this Triumph, please click on this link or copy and paste into your browser: http://www.flickr.com/photos/39622340@N05/sets/72157629492951472/show/ Re-designed by award winning automotive legend Michelotti, the 1974 Spitfire with 1500 engine and Marina gearbox is considered the best of all the years produced. To make things even better, it will never need Smog Check in California and gets up to 30 MPG. This one is definetly a prime and worthy candidate for fixing-up and will make a great summer project. One that you can drive along the way! Local sales tax, DMV transfer & current license renewal fees apply to residents in CA. Buyer will NOT be responsible for any penalties for previous expired years for CA transfer. No CA Smog Certificate is required to complete Title transfer here in CA because 1974 model vehicles are exempt from smog. All questions must be answered and all inspections must be completed PRIOR TO BIDDING. Proof of insurance will be required for a test drive. This Triumph is being sold in AS-IS CONDITION and comes with absolutely NO WARRANTIES EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. The miles displayed on the broken speedometer are not accurate. We are proud to have a 100% POSITIVE FEEDBACK score. Bid with confidence, knowing everything represented in this auction is accurate. BIDDERS WITH ZERO OR NEGETIVE FEEDBACK MUST EMAIL US FOR APPROVAL PRIOR TO BIDDING OR THEIR BID WILL BE CANCELED. This Triumph’s present condition and buying terms have been described as accurately as possible. If you have ANY questions or want to bring a mechanic to inspect, (strongly recommended) please email us PRIOR TO BIDDING. You will receive a prompt response. Cars2K is a California licensed, eBay trading assistant and has received this Triumph on consignment. What a great opportunity to purchase a surviving example of the classic Triumph Spitfire that is sure to remain an outstanding investment for the winning bidder and a joy to drive for many years to come. Thank you, good luck and Happy Bidding! On Apr-26-12 at 20:21:58 PDT, seller added the following information: ***Car has a pre'68 engine that's 1143cc* (Thanks to an eBay member for pointing that out!) This morning, the brake master reservoir was empty and brakes were zero! I put new fluid in and the brakes pumped-up a little. The car should be towed. Did I mention it needs lots of work??