1973 Triumph Spitfire, 1500, CA/AZ Car, SOLD!

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1973 Triumph Spitfire, 1500, CA/AZ Car, FOR SALE! This is a cosmetically freshened 1973 Triumph Spitfire 1500 that has been a rust-free California and Arizona car since new. This fun and proper sports car has enjoyed 95000 original miles. This motorcar was purchased new in Southern California and lived half its life in Arizona. It was stored for the past 15 years before being restored and re-commissioned over the past year by the present owner. This car has recently benefitted from a correct new Mimosa Yellow paint, interior and convertible top in the correct and original factory colors. The quality of the work is very good for car shows but this is not a concours winner. It is a very nice car to enjoy for daily or weekend use or for the occasional touring and car show exhibitions. The 1493cc engine is strict on fuel but generous on power. Developing 71 HP at 5500 RPM, the car was quite capable of exceeding 100 mph! All while offering the ability to move this 1800 lbs (816 kg) motorcar to achieve terrific gas mileage. This is a great running motorcar with rare full syncro-mesh four speed. The rack-and-pinion steering is strong and confident. The cost when new was nearly $3500! Throughout its production life, many detail changes were made to the Spitfire 1500. The 1973 was one of the more desirable years since it still had the sleek and sexy chrome bumpers. The 1500's were considered the best of the Spitfire family. This is a British classic that will appreciate in value <b>...</b>

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1973 Triumph Spitfire, 1500, CA/AZ Car, FOR SALE!

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