Lockheed drum brakes were fitted all round.Īs of Q1 2011 there were approximately 377 licensed and 52 SORN TR2's registered with the DVLA.
1962 TRIUMPH TR3A MANUAL
The standard transmission was a four-speed manual unit but overdrive was available on top gear as an option. Either wire or disc wheels could be supplied. The body was mounted on a substantial separate chassis with coil-sprung independent suspension at the front and a leaf spring live axle at the rear. The car used a twin SU carburetor version of the 121 cid (1991 cc) four-cylinder Standard Vanguard engine tuned to increase its output to 90 bhp (67 kW). The Triumph TR2 is a sports car which was produced by the Standard Motor Company in the United Kingdom between 19, during which time 8,636 cars were produced. A final addition we’ve made was to rechrome the valve cover because of some scratches (not pictured yet).Fully restored and used regularly after that.īeautiful figure with light traces of usage Triumph TR himself created a masterpiece. Despite the fact that this car is better than when it left the factory, it’s not over-restored. The saying ‘beauty is in the details’ counts with this Triumph, especially when you see the immaculate engine bay. More people should have enjoyed these little roadsters nowadays.Īny sports car lover will adore this lovely TR3A, because it shows concours-quality inside and out. It’s a shame that less than 20% of the 58 thousand TR3As have survived. You can easily understand why so many TR3As ended up on race or autocross tracks. And the perfect stopping power is something you don’t experience often in cars of its era. The strong two litre engine with a pair of SU H6 carburetors has an easy job, with only 950 kilos on the scale. With disc brakes at front and electronic overdrive every drive will be joyful. The drive is a perfect example of how a British roadster should be. When seated most people will feel very at home behind the adjustable banjo steering wheel. There’s an adjustable air vent behind the bonnet for hot weather and the typical valve on top of the engine for the colder nights to get some heat in the cabin. There’s plenty of storage space for travelling compared to other small two-seaters and within moment you can create a different look on the car, depending on weather conditions. Hans Kooy even created matching blue bags for all covers and sidescreens. The blue leather seats with white piping are as new, just like the blue leather dashboard and carpets. The maritime blue mohair hood, tonneau and hood stick cover, side curtains and interior match perfectly. The car looks better in real life than on photos. Inspired by the renewed colour scheme on the front badge, this example was painted in Old English White with dark blue leather interior. This car excites, even when standing still. Its presence attracts people to take a closer look, not just the Triumph connoisseurs. This has become the best restored TR3 “wide mouth” on the market today. He put all his knowledge, effort and dedication into this TR3A and the result is mindblowing. Unlike most restorations, where 100% originality counts more than personal taste, this restoration has been a showcase for Kooy. Back in Europe it has been tastefully restored by the renowned TR-specialist Hans Kooy. During this period our TR3A was produced and shipped to the US, just like most TR3s. And already in 1960 the company was taken over by British Leyland. Just after the summer of ‘59 the Standard Motor Company changed its name to Standard-Triumph International Limited. Triumph returned to Le Mans with a trio of TR3S race cars to compete in the 2 litre class. The years 19 were quite interesting when we look back at Triumph’s history.
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