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Triumph Spitfire 1500cc, 1978

Triumph Spitfire 1500

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Chassis No.: FH112541

Engine No.: FM094296HE

Registration: YLR 90S

Italian styling house, Michelotti, was commissioned for this exciting new sportscar and came up with this swooping body as well as a single-piece front end which tilted forwards to offer unrivalled access to the engine. It was a huge success and four subsequent variants ensued, the latest of which was the Mk. IV, complete with a 1500cc engine, a top speed of 100mph and 0 to 60mph reached in 13.2 seconds. These are enormously popular, easy to work on and benefit from comprehensive club support.

This late-model Mimosa Yellow Spitfire benefits from the largest 1500cc engine and a contrasting black 'chequered centre panel’ cloth interior. It was purchased by Mr. Wright of Wright Motors in 1978 and used as his personal car and the occasional showroom demonstrator. Also included is a full toolkit, complete original handbook pack and a file containing old MoT test certificates confirming the incredibly low odometer reading of 9,580 miles. More recently, it now benefits from electronic ignition, a large core radiator, new clutch and a Kenlowe fan. With such low ownership and its fine condition must make this striking sportscar something of a collector’s item!

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