Introducing the Renowned 1956 Triumph TR3
Picture this: It’s 2019, and a classic car aficionado decides it’s time to bring a bit of vintage British flair into their life. Enter the 1956 Triumph TR3. Fast forward to 2021, this beauty receives a top-to-bottom refurbishment: the body was stripped, pesky rust was banished, and new panels were meticulously added. A fresh coat of light blue paint sealed the deal, with a refreshed interior to match. Now that’s how you resurrect a classic!
A Glimpse Under the Hood
Underneath that sleek exterior lies a powerhouse—a 2.2-liter inline-four engine eager to hit the road. This car’s thirst for the open road is paired with a four-speed manual transmission, obviously rebuilt in 2020, because why settle for anything less?
- Black convertible top
- Removable hardtop
- Tonneau cover
- Luggage rack
- Detachable windscreen
- Front disc brakes and 15″ wire wheels
- Banjo-style steering wheel
A rather riveting cocktail of past meets present.
You might say it’s got more trimmings than a Christmas turkey! And, back in 2020, it also received some pampering: new spark plugs, ignition wires, and fresh oil. Only the best for this classic.
Transformation Tale
Let’s explore this transformation. This Triumph was stripped to its bare essentials, metal exposed and imperfections addressed. A trusty rear valance, floors, and inner and outer sills were invited to the party before its paint job transformation to light blue. According to the seller, the process was nothing short of an art form, with multiple layers of primer topped with a handful of color coats.
The sting of nostalgia comes without the sting of rust—well, mostly. The chrome trim gleams (minus the front bumper, which maintains its battle scars with pride), new wiring harness and lights are in place, and those exterior features are expertly blended to retain this classic car’s charm.
On the Road Again
Set upon painted 15″ knock-off wire wheels, the TR3 is ready to embrace the road. It boasts a coil-sprung independent front suspension and a semi-elliptic leaf-spring rear suspension, ensuring you glide as smoothly as a classic crooner’s tune. Let’s not forget the front discs and rear drums that bring this vintage marvel to a stop with style.
Inside, It’s Black and Gold
Rewind to the inside, and we discover the cabin underwent its own remarkable facelift in 2021. Think black vinyl bucket seats with golden accents, new carpets, door panels, a revitalized dashboard, and a wood-rim steering wheel—it’s a decor symphony that hits all the right notes.
Dashboards just got classy with a lockable glovebox, a retro dashboard-mounted rearview mirror, and a set of Jaeger instrumentation that includes a speedy 120-mph speedometer and a 6k-rpm tachometer.
Not Just a Pretty Face
In 2020, the TR3 didn’t just get a makeover—it got a heart transplant, too. An electric cooling fan and some replacement carburetors were added, along with a freshly rebuilt gearbox courtesy of British Heritage Motorsports. Sure, there’s a whisper of an oil leak from the rear seal, but isn’t a dab of character what these classics are truly about?
A sturdy four-speed manual transmission ready to tell tales of the open road!
Lastly, let’s not skimp on the paperwork. This beauty comes with a British Motor Industry Heritage Trust Certificate, ensuring the authenticity and preserving the legacy of this remarkable vehicle.