Introduction
Tom Valle
The archetypal classic British roadster, Italian styling and tried and tested engineering make for a perfect combination on the roads.
The design of the Spitfire started off in 1960, when the Triumph designers decided they would come up with something a bit more special than Donald Healeys little Sprite, and so they started work on their own projects which was called the "Bomb". Based on a Triumph Herald chassis, the Bomb would be a shortened version of this. With the chassis sorted, it was then sent off to Giovanni Michelotti who designed the body for the two-seater. With sales slumping since 1956, and petrol rationing taking hold, the project was shelved and the Bomb was left in a corner of the workshop covered up. Rediscovered a year later, the Spitfire went on to be produced for 18 years.
With the benefit of the 1500cc engine and overdrive gearbox, this MkIV example, is coming to market after some 29 years of ownership, with 20 of those being in rolling restoration.
This auction listing was written from information supplied by Tom after meeting Peter the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.
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Not to my knowledge. Trade Classics have also done full checks and found nothing.
We run checks with Cap HPI, and that came up as clear, no mention of insurance write-off, Police register etc. Best, Kulraj – Trade Classics
Is this a cut and shut. My traffic officer friend has done some digging and all is not what it seems?
Hello Aubrey
Thanks for your comments, and yes, there is a tonneau included. It’s in good condition and looks really well when fixed on – much easier than putting the hood up completely!
I’m sure there’s a photo there somewhere, probably on one of the videos.
Regards.
Peter
Hello Peter,I have viewed all the photos and videos,you looked to have done a good job over the years.I notice the studs on the dash and doors,does the car come with a tonneau cover?
Regards Aubrey.
Hi Peter, would it be possible for me to come and view your Spitfire this evening, prior to placing a bid.
I live close to Doncaster, so could be with you at short notice.
Please could you let me know, on my mobile phone number 07425 153194.
Best regards, Les
Is it roadworthy to the extent, could I drive it 200 miles home, in your opinion. Thanks. John
Thanks, John
It most certainly is, and I’m sure you’d enjoy the trip home!
Peter
No
Hi, and thanks for your queries.
The Paint No. shown on the VIN plate is 92, which corresponds to Magenta.
I was given no information regarding any lead free conversion, but I did consider it early in my ownership and concluded from my enquiries that, as valve seat recession with unleaded was apparently not a recognised problem with this engine (even after extensive testing of a new engine by one of the fuel companies), I’d wait until it became necessary. I’ve always run it on Premium petrol, and have not needed to re-adjust valve settings or experienced any running problems at all during my admittedly limited mileage.
As regards the reversing light, all I can say is that there is no voltage at the reversing light socket when reverse gear is selected with ignition on. It may be a faulty switch on the gearbox, or a wiring fault. It did work for a time, and once it failed I chose not to spend time on it, as it is not an MOT requirement.
Curiously, the interior light was never present, although the driver’s door switch is. A relatively straightforward job, I believe, but just something I never got around to, I’m afraid.
Hope this helps.
You need to update the fuse box
Hi there.
Just wondering what the original Paint number is on the Vin plate which shows the Com number of the car. It’s usually the bottom left number.
Also, has it been converted to run on Lead free at all.
Lastly, have you investigated why the reversing lights and interior lights don’t work. Thank you
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