Okay, so I realize I've shot and blogged more than a few British sports cars. I can't help it, I'm growing to love them; and this little TR3 is no exception. Although this example is pretty dusty, no doubt due to sitting outside a construction area, it is a really sweet example of an iconic British roadster. Finished in a custom blend of two different factory Ford colors, this Triumph TR3 is a one-owner 1958 model owned (and modified slightly) since new.
The owner, who owns Quality Coaches) traded in a 1949 Chevy pickup and $65 in exchange for this little car in the summer of 1959. Over the years, this TR3 has served its time as a daily driver, a track toy, and more recently, a summer toy. Since it's used primarily as a summer car now, the windshield, and wipers were scrapped, as well as any resemblance of bumpers. While it looks fine as is, the owner says he'll be updating it, and possibly be repainting it again. In the plans for sure are new widened steelies, wheel spacers and possible fender flares. Autocross car anyone?
While not perfect, I would definitely call this particular Triumph a time-capsule car; it's got no rust, no bondo, and no evidence whatsoever of hamfisted bodywork. Even the stock interior has been kept at its minimalist roots; honestly there's no need for modern gizmos in a perfectly fine sports car. In true British car fashion, the owner enjoys this little sportster best "when it works". Hmm.. do I sense a slight bit of humor in that comment? It doesn't appear that this little guy requires very much tinkering. Although, from what I hear, one hasn't lived the true British car experience until they're spent more garage time with their car than family time with their spouse.
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I want this.
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