The engine displacement was increased to 1493cc and 71hp. The rear end was updated to resemble the Triumph Stag and 2000 models also designed by Italian designer Giovanni Michelotti. The Spitfire was designed as an open top or convertible roadster from the outset and thus the chassis is reinforced for additional ridgedity via structural components within the bodywork
2,479 below average convertible 48,225 gasoline brown manual
This car is completely original and everything works. Manufactured by bl cars ltd, london england april 1980. 1493cc (91 cu in) 4 cylinder in line ohv engine, which runs. Manual 4 speed with reverse. 48,225 miles. Interior good other than cracks in the dashboard from sun damage, seats are in good condition, carpet in good condition, am/fm cassette player, 12v cigarette liter, heater, reading light. All signals and lights work. Soft top has one tear on seam which could easily be fixed. Hard top has intact glass windows but does have scrapes and scuffs on outside with one tear in headliner. Battery is good. 1 new tire the others are in good condition. Interior cover, spare tire and equipment, owners workshop manual and 6 parts magazines all included. This car runs great and is fun to drive! Located in killdeer, north dakota. AM/FM
2,479 below average convertible 48,220 gasoline brown manual
1980 triumph spitfire 1500 coupe convertible i'm listing my 1980 triumph spitfire 1500 coupe convertible. Fun lil tootle around car in the summer and quit a head turner. This car is original, rare and hard to find in north dakota in the condition in which it sits. Needs tlc as it was purchased as a resto. I am the third owner of this car, but i know the previous 2 owners. I bought the car in 2015, drove it around then parked it with expectations of resto, but the car has ended up sitting in the machine shop and now taking up space in garage. I live on a farm and dont like driving the car to blacktop as the car is very low profile and don't handle dirt roads well. This car is not in perfect condition and did run when parked but needs tlc for a car of 37 years old. I looked over the car carefully and pictures descript the way in which this car sits now. I noted the following: - manufactured by bl cars ltd of london england in april 1980 shipped to usa - 1493 cc inline 4 engine which ran great when parked but will need a tune up from sitting - 48,220 original miles - manual 4 speed transmission - there were 4 generations of the triumph spitfire manufactured the 1500 is the largest engine and the quickest of the 4 manufactured. Iconic sports cars of the late 70's early 80's. And for those that know and admire these cars know the price in which they sell for and they are inexpensive to restore. This car is available for local pickup in killdeer, north dakota. May take trades of an older (70's or 80's model) chevy blazer k5, older pickup (50's to 70's models) or vw dune buggy...
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I’ve owned this car since 12/14/1993 and have driven it very little. In fall of 2009 i began a frame-off restoration for reasons unknown. Frame, tub and misc parts was bead‐blasted to bare surface. No rust was found and no rust exist now. Garage kept and covered most of the time. The frame was powder coated as well as tub most suspension parts. Due to a surprise divorce not very long after restoration was started and the cost of divorce attorneys, i was forced to do a speedy reassembly. I was also forced to do it on a much tighter budget. It still needs tweaking in areas but nothing i consider major. Seats i recovered myself… poorly i may add as well as the paint. It is apparent that i don’t know how to paint. Still not bad to look at from 20 feet. It is the original color. The wood on the dash was custom made and has bubbled in some areas. The engine has not been opened and/or inspected as it was running strong before and after reinstallation, same for transmission and differential. Bearings, u‐joints and the like was however replaced or repacked. From my recollection (and receipts somewhere), the following was replaced during the process1) starter2) water pump3) gas tank4) muffler (and a new spare muffler) tail pipe up to header needs to be fitted professionally5) chrome windshield header (and a new spare)6) upgraded cloth convertible top that cost a small fortunate (w/ zippered window)7) clutch, pp & to bearing8) all brake & clutch hydraulic system components including shoes/pads9) all body rubber mounts are polypropylene10) all front & rear suspension bushings, tie‐rod ends, shocks and related11) a wallet load of accessories, trim pieces, mounding’s, weather‐stripping, ect... 12) everything else was reworked, cleaned and/or paintedfrom my recollection of needed workbetter paint job, real seat covers and i would recommend the foam as well. Complete the exhaustsystem that was just slipped together temporarily. Tires have less than 500 miles but over 10 years old. Comes with after‐market hard top and variety of new/used parts. More pics available and all questionswill be answered to the best of my ability. Car has been sitting again for the past 6 years. Addition photos are available and questions are welcome.
1,479 below average convertible 48,220 gasoline brown manual
1980 triumph spitfire 1500 coupe convertible 1980 triumph spitfire 1500 coupe convertible. 48,220 original miles. This car is all original. Needs tlc as it was bought for resto. Paint and pin stripping are original (brown with red, white and blue pin stripe) paint is dull but when waxed comes to life. Manual transmission 4 speed with reverse. Has original soft top which will need to be replaced. Has original hard top which is in good shape and on the car in pictures. 1493 cc inline 4 engine which runs but will need a tune up. Overall this car is in good condition.
There are a couple of rust issues in the rear of the cab where the cross frame supports the swing arms for the rear suspension (see pic.). The motor and transmission work to drive just fine but the motor is weak. Thought I would drive and fix but have to many other projects
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I’ve owned this car since 12/14/1993 and have driven it very little. In fall of 2009 i began a frame-off restoration for reasons unknown. Frame, tub and misc parts was bead‐blasted to bare surface. No rust was found and no rust exist now. Garage kept and covered most of the time. The frame was powder coated as well as tub most suspension parts. Due to a surprise divorce not very long after restoration was started and the cost of divorce attorneys, i was forced to do a speedy reassembly. I was also forced to do it on a much tighter budget. It still needs tweaking in areas but nothing i consider major. Seats i recovered myself… poorly i may add as well as the paint. It is apparent that i don’t know how to paint. Still not bad to look at from 20 feet. It is the original color. The wood on the dash was custom made and has bubbled in some areas. The engine has not been opened and/or inspected as it was running strong before and after reinstallation, same for transmission and differential. Bearings, u‐joints and the like was however replaced or repacked. From my recollection (and receipts somewhere), the following was replaced during the process1) starter2) water pump3) gas tank4) muffler (and a new spare muffler) tail pipe up to header needs to be fitted professionally5) chrome windshield header (and a new spare)6) upgraded cloth convertible top that cost a small fortunate (w/ zippered window)7) clutch, pp & to bearing8) all brake & clutch hydraulic system components including shoes/pads9) all body rubber mounts are polypropylene10) all front & rear suspension bushings, tie‐rod ends, shocks and related11) a wallet load of accessories, trim pieces, mounding’s, weather‐stripping, ect... 12) everything else was reworked, cleaned and/or paintedfrom my recollection of needed workbetter paint job, real seat covers and i would recommend the foam as well. Complete the exhaustsystem that was just slipped together temporarily. Tires have less than 500 miles but over 10 years old. Comes with after‐market hard top and variety of new/used parts. More pics available and all questionswill be answered to the best of my ability. Car has been sitting again for the past 6 years. Addition photos are available and questions are welcome.
Please read ebay's user agreementwilde jaguar of sarasota reserves the right to,obtain and verify the registered information of all users who bid on this auction. Representations and warranties made by seller: this vehicle is being sold "as is". Manufacturer's warranties may still apply. Extended warranty may be available, e-mail or phone jordan at (941) 586-9162 for details. No representations or warranties are made by seller, nor are any representations or warranties relied upon by bidders in making bids. All taxes and fees must be paid in full in order for vehicle to be titled and registered. Title information: vehicles titles may be held by banks or lenders as collateral for loans. In many cases there is a delay in receiving the original instruments up to 21 days from the time we pay a vehicle off. Wilde jaguar of sarasota will help with shipping arrangements but will not be responsible in any way for claims arising from shipping damage! Licensed carriers are generally insured for $3,000,000. 00. Verify with the shipper for an estimate time of arrival to be sure. It is the policy of this dealership that prices are plus tax, tag, title, private tag agency fee/eff of $48, and predelivery service fee of $689 (which fees represent cost and profits to the dealer for items such as cleaning, inspecting, adjusting vehicles and preparing documents related to the sale, plus any dealer installed accessories). All prices, specifications and availability subject to change without notice. Contact dealer for most current information. Dealer not responsible for misprints, omissions or typographical errors.