1980 Triumph Spitfire

Convertible

1.5L 1493CC l4 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated

Manual

TFVDW2AT003124

Clear

GAS

Newly restored 1980 Triumph Spitfire 1500 Convertible with 4 Speed Overdrive Transmission. Frame up restoration - stripped down to the frame and refinished/rebuilt. Tons and Tons of new parts! (see below) Fun to drive, especially with the top down! It's a real head turner and gets compliments everywhere I go! There are no mechanical issues with this car. The Spitfire consistently cranks and runs smooth everyday. Mechanical Work: Engine was completely disassembled down to the block and taken to a professional machine shop for: valve job, milled head, polished crank shaft, honed block, resurfaced flywheel, freeze plugs installed. (shop reference & receipts available). Then the engine and carb were rebuilt, new bearings, seals, gaskets, etc... by a professional mechanic (shop ref. & receipts available). Odometer is 87,000 but it was completely rebuilt at 84,000 so it's only about 3,000 miles old. Keep in mind that all Triumph Spitfire odometers only have 5 digits. In the case of this car, you know that it's been professionally rebuilt! This project wasn't a quick flip. This restoration was a two year process with attention to detail and done with the intention to last! All receipts and pictures of the restoration available. New mechanical parts:Piston rings, Main and rod bearings, All new gaskets and seals, Performance Pacesetter ceramic header, Water pump, Muffler, Thermostat, Spark plugs & wires, Motor mounts, Starter, Oil sensor, Radiator hoses and cap, Radiator fan switch and cooling fan relay, Ignition wire set, Steering rack boots, Complete clutch assembly, Carb rebuild kit gaskets and filter assembly, Accelerator cable, 2 inline fuel filters, Fuel pump fuel lines replaced, Master brake cylinder, Brake lines and brake pads, Brake cylinders, Roller bearings, Drive and axle shaft u-joints, All new suspension bushings, Battery and cables, All rubber gaskets and bushings replaced. Exterior work: Frame stripped and repainted New convertible top installed New tires '80s rubber bumper overriders replaced with '78 chrome bumpers (still have 80's bumper assembly if desired) Undercarriage and wheel-wells stripped and refinished with truck bed liner New paint job. Looks great but has a few flaws. Conservatively rate it as 7.5 out of 10. New windshield wipers New hood and windshield gaskets New window, tail light, and door handle gaskets New side post seals New hood locator pins Interior work: New carpet Refinished wood dash Recovered dash vinyl New interior - some reconditioned. New overdrive switch and wiring New turn signal/horn/high beam switch New trunk panels New weather stripping Door waist seals Other services: Gas tank flushed and repainted Radiator flushed, tested, and waterless coolant used. Transmission drained inspected and new fluid Differential drained inspected and new fluid Brake job with new pads and Dot 5 silicone brake fluid used.Complete lube job Extras: Hard top repainted but unfinished. Needs headliner and new rear window gasket. Extra windshield Extra chrome front bumper that needs to be re-chromed 1980s bumper assembly if wanted A bin of extra misc parts. Remaining to be done:This restoration is about 99% complete. All the expensive stuff has been done! It only needs a few more things.The drivers seat has a small tear and is patched on the side. Cosmetic flaw but doesn't look bad (see pic).Some of the interior panels are original reconditioned - not perfect but good cosmetic condition (see pic). Easily replaced with new if desired. Rear chrome bumper has some scratches and chrome is a little worn.New fuel sender - $44.99 (gasoline level register in the gas tank - easy repair). Gas gauge works. New windshield washer pump - $24.25New horns - $35.95Does not have a radio or speakers. Audio system - $?Spare tire is original old and needs to be replaced. Rim wasn't refinished and cover is old. A few small spots on paint could be fixed but is good enough to be left alone. That's it! Small stuff. NADA estimates the average retail for this car with it's options and condition is $7,575. Look up link for reference: http://www.nadaguides.com/Classic-Cars/1980/Triumph/Spitfire/2-Door-Roadster/Values. There is a reserve for this auction but it's very low considering estimated value. Before you place a bid please read the following. If you have any questions please contact me before you bid.1. Payment types accepted: Cash in Person, Certified Bank Check, or Bank Wire Transfer. 2. Auction winner is responsible for registering the vehicle in their home state and paying any applicable taxes and fees associated with this transaction. If you are in Florida, where the car is currently registered, I have been informed that the antique tag cannot be transferred to another owner. 3. Any state and local taxes, title, registration, and documentary fees are the responsibility of the buyer. 4. All sales transactions must be completed within 3 days of auction close. 5. PLEASE be sure you have your funds in place and are able to comply with this eBay listing and within all eBay rules and guidelines. A tremendous amount of time and expense goes into the creation of this eBay offering. 6. This vehicle is being sold as is, there is no warranty expressed, written or implied. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have satisfied himself/herself as to the condition of the vehicle. If you would like to inspect the car in person before you bid you can contact me to arrange an appointment. 7. Customers with zero or negative feedback on eBay Motors please contact me prior to bidding. Otherwise, I reserve the right to cancel your bid. Understand this is only to protect the integrity of the auction. The winning bidder must contact the dealership within 24 hours of the auction close and the purchase transaction completed within 3 calendar days. I reserve the right to re-list or sell the vehicle in the event of a non-paying bidder.8. Buyer pickup: Local pickup is the easiest. If you win the auction, after your full payment clears securely in my bank account you may arrange pickup with a transport company of your choosing and expense. The car will be kept securely inside an enclosed garage until payment and shipping arrangements have been made.