Detail Info for: Triumph : Other Coupe 1978 Triumph TR8, 1 of maybe 150 imported to USA in '78, SCCA ITS, Vintage, Solo
Transaction Info
Sold On:
06/21/2012
Price:
$ 8000.00
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Location:
Springfield, Missouri, 65742
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Vehicle Specification
Year Make Model:
1978 Triumph Other
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Engine:
3.5L V8
Transmission:
Manual
VIN:
TCN150006UCF
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Vehicle Detail
1978 Triumph TR8 Coupe Pre-Production Prototype 6th TR8 built at Canley Plant 1978 Triumph TR8 Coupe Pre-Production Prototype 6th TR8 built at Canley Plant The VIN checks to a '78 model, although it is titled as a 1980 Model This car has been a SCCA ITS race car since 1987 (SCCA Log Books included) It was the 1992 SW Division ITS Champion driven by Tom Hines. Raced by Charlie Murdock in the Midwest Division SCCA '93-'04, only track days since. 3.5 liter all aluminum Rover V8 (Buick Special 215) Koni struts and shocks, Quaiffe diff, Upgraded to AP/Lockheed 4 Piston calipers with vented rotors (Kit from Rimmer Bros. in England), Revolution wheels, Accusump with electric valve, Runs Great! A rare, fun British Sports Car with that wonderful American V8 sound. SCCA or Vintage race it or put it back on the street! Includes a big pile of spares, engine parts, axles, transmission parts, and other pieces. Also included is a custom made single axle, lightweight, tilt bed trailer. Clear titles for both car and trailer. Information about the VIN numbers was derived from Triumph Drivers Club trdrivers.com under "Articles" "TR7 & TR8 VIN Numbers", written by Rex Holford I have a reasonable "Buy it now" price, but you are more than welcome to make offers . Phone Jeff @ 417-343-4747 to discuss The images are very large, please give them time to load Please email with additional questions, Thank you.
