1967 Triumph Spitfire

Mk II Convertible

1147 cc

Manual

FC70441

Clear

This car was advertised on Ebay a couple of months ago as needing some work to make it driveable. Since then, I have installed a new Pertronix Flamethrower electronic ignition distributor using a custom fabricated clamp, flushed the fuel system, and installed a brand new fuel tank. It now runs better than it did when it was my daily driver! Manufactured in 1966 and titled in 1967, this car was partially restored (frame on) in 1995 and is still a great “10 foot” car. It was my daily driver for a couple of years before practicality set it. It has always been stored inside since I’ve owned it. The car does have a few garage dings and truly minor surface rust. The body and frame are absolutely solid. I estimate that I put less than 10,000 miles on the car since 1995. It has a new distributor with electronic ignition, fuel tank, starter, professionally rebuilt Mk3 fully synchronized 4 speed transmission (non-OD), Delco 60 amp alternator, later model rear end with larger pinion shaft and u-joint yoke, factory hardtop (rare!), convertible top that is in decent condition, aftermarket grill from back in the 1960s, glass pack, and Performance brand “Mini-lite” clones. To the best of my knowledge the engine was rebuilt once during it's life way back between when my father owned it and when I bought it back in the early 1990's. It sounds like it may have a mild cam in it. All the glass is intact. The engine holds 60 psi of oil pressure when cold, 40-45 psi on the road when warm, and 20 at idle when warm. In my opinion the brake lines should be gone through for safety just because if their age. However the brakes seem to work fine and there are no apparent problems. All electrical items seem to be working except the fuel level sending unit. All gauges are present, but the speedometer locked up a long time ago. I have an aftermarket speedometer currently installed to the left of the steering column as well as an ammeter and oil pressure gauge. The tachometer works but needs rebuilt. It doesn't work with the new distributor either. I have another set of gauges and a couple of boxes of miscellaneous spare parts including a transmission, drive shaft and rear leaf spring. The car can be driven as-is for some summertime fun, or this would be an absolutely solid basis for a complete restoration or race car conversion. $500 deposit due via pay-pal within 2 days of auction closing date. Balance due in cash or certified check only. Funds must clear before car is released. Buyer responsible for pick up or shipping.