1968 | Triumph TR 250

The Triumph TR5 is a sports car built by the Triumph Motor Company in Coventry, England, between August 1967 and September 1968.

Visually similar to the Michelotti-designed TR4 roadster it was derived from, the TR5 replaced Triumph's 105 bhp SAE Standard inline-four engine with the much more powerful Lucas mechanical fuel-injected 150 bhp (110 kW) Triumph 2.5-litre straight-6.

Two versions of the engine, and two new models, were unveiled at the same time. For sale only in North America, the TR250 was fitted with a 104bhp version of the engine, this using twin 175CD Zenith-Stromberg carburettors. Visually, this car was identified by having transverse 'speed stripes' across the bonnet and front wings. In later years, a number of TR250s were re- imported to Europe.

For the 'Rest of the World', there was the TR5, which was fitted with a 150bhp version of the new 'six', this time with Lucas fuel injection as standard equipment. It was Britain's first fuel-injected road car, and could reach 120mph, with much fiercer acceleration than in any previous TR. These twin models, however, had a very short life, for an evolution was already being planned, and the last were produced before the end of 1968. This was the point at which the newly-shaped TR6 took over from both types, this being a car which looked, and in many ways was, very different from the Michelotti-styled TR5/TR250 style which had served so well.

Our TR250 Overdrive is a stunning example, finished in Signal Red. It is more than ready for many more fun miles with the amount of work that has been done to it over the years. The car underwent a full restoration years ago, meaning that the bodywork and chassis are in excellent shape. The interior is also in excellent condition and has been fitted with a lovely leather Moto Lita steering wheel.

Mechanically this TR250 has also been sorted. The engine has been completely revised back in 2014. In 2017 the previous owner revised the gearbox, differential and the Stromberg Carbs. Work has also been done to the suspension and brakes. A new Mohair soft top has been fitted and is in great condition. As this car has been fitted with the optional overdrive, it is as lovely to drive longer distances as it is on twisty roads.

Could this be a perfect car for summer? We sure think so!

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