TRIUMPH - TR2 Roadster
£ 21,750

TRIUMPH - TR2 Roadster

The Triumph TR range of sports cars was introduced in 1953, it quickly established itself as a favourite in the british sports car market, updates soon followed and the TR3 with subtle modifications, such as doors flush with the top of the sill, and re-designed grille, replaced the original model. The final variant was the TR3A which sported some later refinements, such as external door handles, full width grille with separate side lights, a TR3B was produced, but this was unique to the north American market. The actual design of the cars, were down to Walter Belgrove, and his TR2 prototype was first shown to the public at Earls Court Motor show in 1952, then production commencing in spring of 1953. Belgrove took some of his design influences from the Jaguar XK120, and features showing similar lines, can be seen around the headlamps, front wings and around the cockpit area. The cars were a big hit here and overseas, with export sales far exceeding home sales, the cars easily being converted to left hand drive, to satisfy the north American market. Owners were impressed with the simple design, the rugged chassis, and the bullet proof, Standard Vanguard derived 1991cc four cylinder ohv engine. Performance was good also, with top speed 105 m.p.h., 0-60 in 12.6 seconds, giving 96 b.h.p. at around 4800 r.p.m. Fuel consumption was impressive at around 30 m.p.g. A noteable achievement occurred in 1953 when a standard TR2, with only the addition of wheel spats, fairings and aero screen, achieved 124 m.p.h. firmly establishing this little sports car as a true classic.
Tr2 Claims to Fame:
1954 Mille Miglia – came 28th out of 450 starters and June 1954 Le Mans came 5th in class!

This particular car built in 1955 comes with original extremely rare buff Log book and just two private owners from new. In the hands of the recent owner for more than 25 years. The car has been fully rebuilt within the last 3 years at which time an excellent back to metal re-spray was done. As a genuine right hand drive uk supplied car, the Provenance is rock solid supported by ” British Motor Industry Heritage Trust ” certificate confirming this cars status as full matching numbers with current correct Signal Red exterior paint and brown Vynide interior with Fawn hood. This ” originality” — whilst desirable in its own right provides eligibility for some of the Worlds most prestigious events including the famed Mille Miglia, next in Spring 2012.
The car was factory specified with a ” Heater & Overdrive & Disc Wheels “, perhaps the Heater on account of a 1st owner residing in Scotland.This specification is certainly very desirable for those considering Winter events, TR2 handling is Joy to behold, a relatively light car with 1991 cc, the performance is sprightly for a car built in 1955 and more relevant perhaps idealy suited for touring and Historic Rallies.
The ” History file ” such an important part of acquiring any car such as this, contains yearly MOT’s going back to 1986, plus of course a catalogue of invoices relating to work carried out over the years.
SFS 448 is a joy to drive ,following a period of occasional use the car is presently undergoing a full service and engine detail work by ourselves. Next scheduled is some very minor Carpet / Hood repairs such that this is a truly exceptional car for a new owner, fully sorted mechanicals combined with both faultless interior and all important gleaming paint . Panel Gaps are excellent further underlining the originality of this outstanding TR2.
Some people do prefer these wonderful cars on “Chrome Wire Wheels ” this is an extremely straightforward conversion, easily reversed and can be done for a new Owner, the car is offerd with rare original specification wheels , so that such a choice may be made by a the fortunate new Owner.
The car is simply superb and can be viewed here with us in Suffolk, certain to exceed the expectation of any viewing .