1980 Triumph TR7 Convertible 5-Speed

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The Triumph TR7 was created by British Leyland to be an affordable, volume-selling sports car targeted for the American market, which was the most lucrative for British sports cars.

Making its debut in the United States in January 1975, the TR7 was received well with high initial demand, which delayed availability in the UK until May 1976.

Its distinctive "wedge" shape was styled to capture a futuristic, yet commercially viable look atop an easy to service and maintain platform that featured a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout.

Initially offered only as a fixed-head coupe, a convertible variant was introduced in 1979 after the US Department of Transportation relented on their attempts to ban convertibles.

This ‘80 Triumph convertible is finished in teal metallic over caramel leather upholstery, and its 2.0-liter SOHC inline-four has been fitted with a Weber progressive carburetor. The car features a five-speed manual transmission as well as rack-and-pinion steering, anti-roll bars, independent front suspension, front disc brakes, and a rear luggage rack.

This 1980 Triumph TR7 convertible is now offered by the seller on behalf of the current owner at no reserve in Michigan with a clean Wisconsin title in the current owner’s name.

Highlights

• Convertible model

• 2.0-liter inline-four

• Weber progressive carburetor

• Five-speed manual transmission

• Teal metallic paint

• Caramel leather upholstery

• 13” steel wheels with full covers

Factory Equipment

• 2.0-liter inline-four

• Five-speed manual transmission

• Rear luggage rack

• Rack-and-pinion steering

• Anti-roll bars

• Independent front suspension

• Front disc brakes

Modifications

• Weber progressive carburetor

• Open-element air cleaner

• Leather upholstery

Known Imperfections

• Paint chips and scratches

• Front bumper sagging on sides

• Front valance damaged and rusty

• Corrosion visible on underbody components

• Ratchet strap used in place of stock battery tie-down

• Right radio knob and door speaker missing

• Convertible top cover removed and placed in trunk

Ownership History

The car was acquired by the current owner in August 2022.

Additional Information

• From the owner: “The seat covers, door panels, and shift boot are all custom leather, which is a departure from original.”

• The Wisconsin title has been signed and dated, and it carries an “Exempt From Odometer Disclosure” notation.