29th Nov, 2022 13:00
November 2022 Classics Auction
1964 Triumph Spitfire
Registration - BHN 997B
Chassis No. - FC27309
M.O.T. - November 2022
Odometer - TBC
Interest in good Spitfires is growing and this attractive example is bound to turn heads. It was the subject of a sympathetic restoration as recently as last year, during which the major items were removed in order for the once green car to be resprayed in Powder Blue. The majority of the brightwork was replaced along with the carpets and a new woodrim steering wheel and wooden gearknob installed, while all five road wheels were refurbished and shod with new tyres. A yet-to-be-fitted
replacement hood also forms part of the sale. The vendor presently classes the Triumph’s four-cylinder engine, four-speed manual gearbox, bodywork and black interior trim as all being in ‘good’ order and the paintwork as ‘average’. He is now offering the two-seater complete with Heritage Certificate and the original handbook, plus an assortment of receipts for parts purchased.
The prototype Spitfire was produced by Standard Triumph in 1957. It was based on a modified Herald chassis clothed in a swooping two-seater body penned by Giovanni Michelotti. Unlike the rival Austin-Healey Sprite, it featured wind-up windows; also a single-piece front end that folded forward to provide optimum access to the engine bay. There was much support for the car, however production was initially impossible due to Standard Triumph’s dire financial situation. Indeed, it was eventually delayed until 1962, by which time the company had been taken over by Leyland. The original production engine was the four-cylinder 1,147cc unit from the Triumph Herald, mildly tuned for the Spitfire with twin SU carburettors. The car featured rack and pinion steering, wishbone front suspension and a transverse leaf swing axle arrangement at the rear.
In summary:
- A tidily-presented example of the MKI version
- The subject of a recent sympathetic restoration
- Comes complete with new hood still in its box
'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.
Sold for £8,750
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
Registration - BHN 997B
Chassis No. - FC27309
M.O.T. - November 2022
Odometer - TBC
Interest in good Spitfires is growing and this attractive example is bound to turn heads. It was the subject of a sympathetic restoration as recently as last year, during which the major items were removed in order for the once green car to be resprayed in Powder Blue. The majority of the brightwork was replaced along with the carpets and a new woodrim steering wheel and wooden gearknob installed, while all five road wheels were refurbished and shod with new tyres. A yet-to-be-fitted
replacement hood also forms part of the sale. The vendor presently classes the Triumph’s four-cylinder engine, four-speed manual gearbox, bodywork and black interior trim as all being in ‘good’ order and the paintwork as ‘average’. He is now offering the two-seater complete with Heritage Certificate and the original handbook, plus an assortment of receipts for parts purchased.
The prototype Spitfire was produced by Standard Triumph in 1957. It was based on a modified Herald chassis clothed in a swooping two-seater body penned by Giovanni Michelotti. Unlike the rival Austin-Healey Sprite, it featured wind-up windows; also a single-piece front end that folded forward to provide optimum access to the engine bay. There was much support for the car, however production was initially impossible due to Standard Triumph’s dire financial situation. Indeed, it was eventually delayed until 1962, by which time the company had been taken over by Leyland. The original production engine was the four-cylinder 1,147cc unit from the Triumph Herald, mildly tuned for the Spitfire with twin SU carburettors. The car featured rack and pinion steering, wishbone front suspension and a transverse leaf swing axle arrangement at the rear.
In summary:
- A tidily-presented example of the MKI version
- The subject of a recent sympathetic restoration
- Comes complete with new hood still in its box
'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: November 2022 Classics Auction, 29th Nov, 2022
Our November auction of classic, modern classic and prestige cars and motorbikes will take place at Mavericks in Holywell, North Wales (half an hour’s drive from Chester).
There will be free parking for auction attendees.
Entries are now being invited, and sellers will benefit from Hampson’s unique offering of zero entry fee and zero sellers commission for physical auctions, meaning that vendors keep 100% of the hammer price achieved for their vehicles.
If you wish to consign your vehicle to this auction, you can request a valuation here or by calling one of the Hampson Auctions team on 01606 828124
Viewing Days:
Monday 28th November 2pm - 7pm
Tuesday 29th November 9am - 1pm
Mavericks
8 Moyston Road Business Park
Llannerch-y-Môr,
Holywell
CH8 9DQ
Fill in the form below and one of our team will get in touch with a no-obligation valuation. We will also take you through the consignment and valuation process, to enable you to make an informed decision.
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