30th Aug, 2021 12:00
The Gold Cup Classic Car Auction
1962 Triumph TR4
Registration - FSL 955
Chassis No. - CT12294/0
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 42,800
This is a very handsome and usable example of the quintessential ‘hairy-chested British sports car’, presented in good condition, with removable hard top, green paintwork and smart red leather interior with cream piping. MOT records from 2008 onwards (when its mileage was 40,177) appear to support the current declared mileage of just under 43,000. The car also boasts the desirable optional Laycock overdrive gearbox, which operates on second, third and fourth gears, and has recently been fitted with four new tyres.
Introduced in 1961, the rugged TR4 lived up to its development codename ‘Zest’, its more angular lines – courtesy of designer Giovanni Michelotti - a departure from the curves of its predecessor and a clear nod to the future. It also had a decent-sized boot, unusual in small sports cars and making it ideal for jaunts away, and an innovative roof with fixed rear glass windscreen with rollbar and removable steel centre panel; a precursor to Porsche’s 1966 Targa top.
The TR4 retained the Standard inline-four engine of the TR2 and 3, though an increased bore size resulted in 2138cc. Incidentally, that Standard engine was originally designed for the Ferguson TE20 tractor, though there is little that is agricultural about the TR4!
Triumph aimed the TR4 at the American export market. It was strongly promoted through motorsport, notching up some significant race results in the USA, including class wins at Sebring. Triumph’s British Competition Department focused on rallying, with four suitably modified TR4s tackling the gruelling Tulip, Alpine, Liège-Sofia-Liège and RAC rallies in the hands of drivers such as John Sprinzel and Vic Elford.
Some 40,000 TR4s were built, with the vast majority heading overseas. Today, fewer than 1,200 remain in the UK.
In summary:
- A apparently fine example of a very collectable and enjoyable British sports car
- Declared mileage of under 43,000
- Removable hard top and optional Laycock overdrive
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Estimated at £22,000 - £24,000Registration - FSL 955
Chassis No. - CT12294/0
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 42,800
This is a very handsome and usable example of the quintessential ‘hairy-chested British sports car’, presented in good condition, with removable hard top, green paintwork and smart red leather interior with cream piping. MOT records from 2008 onwards (when its mileage was 40,177) appear to support the current declared mileage of just under 43,000. The car also boasts the desirable optional Laycock overdrive gearbox, which operates on second, third and fourth gears, and has recently been fitted with four new tyres.
Introduced in 1961, the rugged TR4 lived up to its development codename ‘Zest’, its more angular lines – courtesy of designer Giovanni Michelotti - a departure from the curves of its predecessor and a clear nod to the future. It also had a decent-sized boot, unusual in small sports cars and making it ideal for jaunts away, and an innovative roof with fixed rear glass windscreen with rollbar and removable steel centre panel; a precursor to Porsche’s 1966 Targa top.
The TR4 retained the Standard inline-four engine of the TR2 and 3, though an increased bore size resulted in 2138cc. Incidentally, that Standard engine was originally designed for the Ferguson TE20 tractor, though there is little that is agricultural about the TR4!
Triumph aimed the TR4 at the American export market. It was strongly promoted through motorsport, notching up some significant race results in the USA, including class wins at Sebring. Triumph’s British Competition Department focused on rallying, with four suitably modified TR4s tackling the gruelling Tulip, Alpine, Liège-Sofia-Liège and RAC rallies in the hands of drivers such as John Sprinzel and Vic Elford.
Some 40,000 TR4s were built, with the vast majority heading overseas. Today, fewer than 1,200 remain in the UK.
In summary:
- A apparently fine example of a very collectable and enjoyable British sports car
- Declared mileage of under 43,000
- Removable hard top and optional Laycock overdrive
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: The Gold Cup Classic Car Auction, 30th Aug, 2021
This auction of classic cars, motorbikes, registrations & automobilia will take in the final day of the prestigious Oulton Park Gold Cup Weekend.
We are delighted to again be be running this live event at the Gold Cup.
As with all Hampson Auctions there will be a fantastic and varied mix of lots to reflect both the individual interests of collectors whatever stage of the collectors journey they are on.
If you wish to consign your vehicle to this auction, you can request a valuation here or by calling on of the team on 01606 828124
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Saturday, August 28th 2021 9am - 7pm
Sunday, August 29th 2021 9am - 7pm
Monday Morning, August 30th 2021 9am - 12pm
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