1972 Triumph Spitfire

Description

Chassis No. FK33059 Launched in 1962, the Triumph Spitfire continually evolved until the end of production in 1980. This 1972 Mark IV features a redesigned rear end and a revised front end. Other changes for the Mark IV include a completely refreshed dashboard and a new instrument panel. The Standard SC inline-four's compression was raised from last generation up to 9.5:1, upping the horsepower to 95. Italian designer Giovanni Michelotti penned the wonderful body lines and featured roll-up windows, while many competitors still utilized side curtains. A racy car, it won numerous National Sports Car Championships with the Sports Car Club of America, in addition to rallies across Europe. The Spitfire also marked the final Triumph automobile sold in the United States.  

Highlights 

• Finished in Pimento Red over a Black interior with leather seat inserts 

• Powered by a 1,296 cc inline-four and mated to a four-speed manual transmission 

• Independent suspension with front anti-roll bar 

• Factory hard top included 

• Please note that while the five-digit odometer displays just over 21,944 miles, the true mileage is unknown 

Features 

• Front disc brakes 

• Rack-and-pinion steering 

• Reclining bucket seats 

• Walnut veneered dashboard 

• Cigar lighter 

• Electric windshield wipers 

• Anti-dazzle dipping rear view mirror 

• Heater 

• Twin sun visors 

• Padded center armrest 

• Door-mounted exterior mirror 

Known Imperfections 

• Rust on the rear bumper 

• Clutch beginning to wear 

Included 

• Canvas soft top & boot  

• Rain cover  

Ownership History 

This 1972 Spitfire was purchased by the current owner in February of 2018. It has seen annual oil changes since then.