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1976 Triumph Stag

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£9,200

Mileage~48,205
TransmissionAutomatic
Engine3.0L
LocationBanbury

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1976 Triumph Stag

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Introduction

Darren Rungasamy

Automotive Editor, Photographer and Consigner

The Stag is a superb touring car offering comfort, sophistication and practicality with a delightful soundtrack.

The Triumph Stag took British sports grand tourers to a new level at launch in 1970. It had it all and offered open top motoring to a new, more sophisticated buyer. All Stags were four seater convertibles with a sturdy "T-bar" roll-over hoop providing both body rigidity and safety. The Stag offered a luxurious cabin for four, spacious boot and winning combination of fully lined hard top with canvas hood that stowed completely once down. Definitely a car to cut a dash in and the muscular 3-litre Triumph V8 took care of the "dash" in effortless and refined style.

With just 48,205 recorded miles on the clock, this very original and solid 1976 example has seen just three owners over its lifetime, with it spending the last 4 decades in the same family. Having originally been bought off a neighbour, and with plenty of clues to its cherished ownership profiles, the car is a rare opportunity to obtain an example that has spent all of its life in the locality of Banbury.

This auction listing was written from information supplied by Darren after meeting Tony the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.

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Meet the owner

An ideal car for creating an impression during my courting years...

Tony officially registered the car under his name in 2008, after it was owned by his father. Understandably the car contains many happy memories and these factors are the reason why he kept the car for so long but admits that he hasn't really added much more than 500 miles over the 15 years of ownership.

His father used it as an occasional car and it was always garaged. The sale of his former home (and therefore storage) and potential plans to find a modern sports car are the main motivations for the sale of the Stag. He'll be happy to answer any questions on the car in the comments section below.

Tony

Vehicle Owner

Tony saved £1,620* when they
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EXTERIOR VIDEO

Exterior

Originality is the key to this Stag and through careful ownership it has resisted the passages of time well.

Wheels and Tyres

The alloys are in good shape with no significant damage or kerb contact, and typically they have faded over time but still look presentable.

The car has Michelin tyres with a Nankang fitted on the nearside rear. All are over 20 years old but still have a good level of tread due to the minimal use over the past 20 years.

Bodywork

The structure of the car is solid with no significant signs of issues noted, other than age-related surface corrosion on some of the underside, but nothing of a structural note. The engine bay, radiator support and suspension mounts look solid. The exterior presents well, with no damage observed on the boot floor, wings or doors.

The hood well is solid and dry. There is the lightest corrosion noted on the base of the near-side A-post, with very minor scabs noted on the inner lip of the wheel arches and outer sills lip. The panels hang well with a relatively decent fit throughout. The passenger doors are typical of unrestored Stags and may need minor adjustment but do not sag and open and close without much effort. There are a few minor dents but nothing that distracts from the classic lines.

Paint

The paint is evenly matched throughout, it appears to be original and has lasted well largely thanks to its indoor storage. There are age-related swirls but we think the paint could be polished up to a decent level.

There are a few signs of age coming through with the usual chip observed on the passenger door edges. The paint on the offside rear wing is matted, perhaps suggesting a makeshift blow-over at some point. The car has a few minor chips and scuffs but considering the age of the car and originality of the car, it still looks very presentable to this day.

Glass and Trim

The tinted glass is good with no signs of damage, cracks or lamination damage. The chrome trim is in good shape, with the bumpers retaining a very good shine. There is a minor dent noted on the front unit, but the rest of the chrome trim is in good shape.

The lights are good, with light damage noted on the near-side front indicator lens. Take a look at the extensive photo gallery to see the detail.

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INTERIOR VIDEO

Interior

The interior has been very well cared for and retains its class and elegance.

Seats and Carpets

The vinyl seats are reflective of the mileage of the car and have weathered well, again with the car being garaged they have not gone hard. On closer inspection sadly the outside of the front seats have been damaged no doubt from the seatbelt hitting the seat when moved for rear access etc.

The carpets are dry and have worn well, with signs of age in places, the boot carpet is also dry. View the video for a tour of the cabin.

Dashboard

The dashboard is in good condition and free from cracks or significant scuffs, the veneer has lasted well too, with the odd blemish noted.

The dials and switches look good, with no outstanding issues and all are said to work. The car has an FM stereo/tape player. The interior padding and door cards are in good shape with no significant signs of wear.

Steering Wheel / Gear Stick

The steering wheel and gear lever are decent, with minor signs of age but well within the expectation of a car of this mileage. View the gallery to see the detail.

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'ON THE ROAD' VIDEO

Mechanics

The Triumph Stag is a natural-born cruiser, the throaty V8 pairs well with the automatic gearbox for touring.

Engine and Gearbox

The cold start video did not suggest any issues with the car, there was a little smoke, likely to be due to a rich running engine but once warmed up the car ran well with no adverse factors.

On the road, it drove well, with no warnings flagged up in regards to its oil pressure or engine temperature after the 20-minute drive. No knocks or rattles came from the engine, nor did the cooling fan kick in at any point. The gearbox changes smoothly and the kickdown works well. The car also comes with a spare tail pipe.

Suspension and Brakes

No differential whine was noticed, and the steering and suspension remain compliant with the road, with no noticeable issues. The brakes operated without drama, stopping the car without any noises or vibrations.

The Drive

A lavish almost stately affair best describes the Stag's demeanour, with a charismatic grace to its driving experience. The car handles firmly across the roads and finds a sweet spot cruising at 50MPH. The car's ride is cosseted, no body creak or thuds coming from the suspension. The power steering retains a direct light feel with no issues reported from the car as it corners.

Electrics and Other

The hardtop is in good shape and fits well with no notable damage to the paint, chrome or glass. The T-bar is solid with no damage to the padding. The soft top is in remarkably clean condition, with no damage on the rear screen or the stitching - it raises and retracts without any obstructions, and provides a good seal to the Targa frame. The headlining of both the hardtop and soft top is in good shape with no signs of dampness or damage.

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History and Paperwork

A solid example of a British classic that is a favourite in the enthusiast market, coming from ~42 year ownership and still producing a magnificent sound to this day.

There are lots of interesting details, invoices and evidence to support the car's low mileage, with service stamps carried out by the local British Leyland dealer right up to 1983. Originally sold by Heron, a local British Leyland Triumph dealer, the car's second owner also bought the car locally. He literally lived a few hundred yards from where the car currently is registered, suggesting that the Stag has spent its 46 years in roughly the same locality.

Further paperwork covers sundry and maintenance bills, all recording fairly low volume maintenance and repair. Vitally the car has seen attention in recent years too, which includes engine and health checks, with additional attention to the carburettor, brakes and steering components. It has also seen a new battery and fuel pump too.

We’ve done all our usual seller checks including photo ID, V5 and also actioned a HPi check on the vehicle.

We've summarised our own view on the car based on information gained from the seller in the listing above, however, and as you can see, we go to great lengths to photograph and video the car in hi-resolution detail - this has been done for you to make your own assessment from the comfort of your sofa. So please sit back, have a cuppa and take your time to review everything on this listing in order to make your own assessment on the vehicle's condition. Viewings are also welcomed with all our listings, so please get in touch with us to arrange a suitable time - we just need to speak to you first and receive a valid photo ID before confirming.

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Service History

Date	Type	Mileage
09-01-2020	MOT	48,188
27-10-2017	MOT	48,179
20-06-2016	MOT	48,147
12-06-2015	MOT	48,085
14-06-2014	Service	47,890
14-06-2014	MOT	47,890
07-07-2010	MOT	47,807
09-06-2009	MOT	47,751
20-06-2007	MOT	47,579
11-08-1989	MOT	33,444
20-07-1988	MOT	32,221
12-09-1986	MOT	30,893
10-07-1985	MOT	28,519
09-06-1983	Service	25,478
08-12-1982	Service	24,111
25-05-1982	Service	23,039
15-07-1981	MOT	21,267
03-11-1980	Service	19,600
01-03-1980	Service	17,500
25-04-1979	Service	14,000
17-10-1978	Service	12,639
09-06-1978	Service	9,880
23-09-1977	Service	6,855
10-05-1977	Service	4,350
24-09-1976	Service	986

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Key Details

ModelStag
TransmissionAutomatic
Reg. Date11-08-1976
CC2,997
Mileage48,205
HistoryYes
ColourCarmine Red
Interior ColourTan
Interior TrimVinyl
Chassis #LD41544A
Engine #LF041266HEA
Last Service14-06-2014
RestoredNo
MOT09-01-2020
MOT ExemptYes
Road Tax ExemptYes
Former Keepers3
LHD or RHDRHD
VisitedYes
Sale TypePrivate
Owned~42 year family ownership
Key FeatureCompletely original, with exceptionally low miles

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9 Comments

A1275

2 years ago

Hi, thanks for your reply re the door card. I see back in 2017 it failed on sharp edges on both front wings due to corrosion. Have these been replaced ? How was the chassis corrosion dealt with as well please. Thanks

TonyR

Seller

A1275

2 years ago

Hi A1275, the sharp edges were where the front wings met the front valance, both have been repaired, see pictures 48 & 51, The chassis surface corrosion was very very minimal and wire brushed off, the chassis is solid.

A1275

2 years ago

Hi. Is the drivers door card worn or just dirty please ? Thanks

TonyR

Seller

A1275

2 years ago

Hi A1275, i see where you are referring to, it not worn, it just a little bit dirty.

TonyR

Seller

2 years ago

Hi Mike, the car is MOT exempt, but if you are the winning bidder i would be happy to get it MOT’d. The colours do indeed tie in with the manufacturers plate. They are 100% original.

miket

2 years ago

Please confirm if the car will have a current MoT prior to conclusion of the auction?
Do the exterior and interior colours tie in with the manufacturers plate? In the engine bay I believe. Apologies if this has been photographed. I will look again.
Regards, Miket

Leedo

2 years ago

Hi has there been any issues with overheating?
Thanks David Leedham

TonyR

Seller

Leedo

2 years ago

Hi David, when my father first got the car, as a precaution he replaced the standard fan with the bigger Kenlow fan that was recommended at the time and we had no overheating problems.

Leedo

TonyR

2 years ago

Thank you Tony

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