Lot details Registration No: WJN947S Chassis No: L0445420 Mot Expiry: April 2008
Introduced in June 1970, the Triumph Stag was conceived as a luxury convertible sportscar to rival the likes of the R107-series Mercedes-Benz SL. As such, it came equipped with electric windows, power-assisted rack and pinion steering and servo-backed disc / drum brakes as standard. Based around a two-door monocoque bodyshell (stylist Giovanni Michelotti had physically shortened a pre-production Triumph 2000 saloon in order to fashion the initial prototype), the newcomer featured all-round independent suspension (McPherson strut front / semi-trailing arm rear) and a well laid-out 2+2 cabin. Neatly integrated, the substantial roll-over hoop that joined the B-pillars gained extra strength from a T-bar link to the windscreen frame. With some 145bhp and 167lbft of torque on tap from its bespoke 2997cc SOHC V8 engine, the model was reputedly capable of 120mph. Available with a choice of four-speed manual or three-speed automatic transmission all but the earliest Stags benefited from both hard- and soft-top roofs. Despite being in production for seven years during which time 25,877 cars were made, a mere 9,000 or so are thought to have survived.
Finished in white with black vinyl upholstery, this particular example is described by the vendor as being in "good" condition with regard to its engine, electrical equipment, interior trim, chassis, bodywork, paintwork and wheels / tyres. However, he notes that the four-speed manual plus overdrive transmission "requires layshaft bearings". Reportedly treated to a "photographic restoration in 1990", 'WJN 947S' is said to have covered 14,000 miles since entering the current family ownership during 1992 (though, it has only been with its present custodian for the last four years). As well as electronic ignition, the Triumph apparently boasts unleaded cylinder heads (courtesy of an engine overhaul in 2000) and a new clutch (the latter fitted within the last 1,000 miles). Riding on non-standard wheels, 'WJN 947S' is offered for sale with hardtop, wind deflector, rear three-quarter sidescreens, MOTs back to 1990, original Stag alloys and current MOT certificate valid until April 2008.
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