Lot details Registration No: JBN370N Chassis No: LD34671A Mot Expiry: April 2010
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 Topaz Orange with black upholstery, this particular example is described by the vendor as being in "Good Plus" condition with regard to its engine, automatic transmission, electrical equipment, interior trim, bodywork and paintwork. Treated to a respray sometime ago there are minor marks to the paintwork, and some slight blemishes to the chrome. The interior is in good order overall; a small tear to the passenger seat cushion and minor wear patch to transmission tunnel carpet notwithstanding. The original factory steering wheel has been replaced with an attractive aluminium and wood rim wheel, while there is a small 'milky' patch to the windscreen's edge. Sporting a factory hardtop, this nicely presented Stag is offered for sale with a list of former owners, original sales brochure and 'Triumph Passport to Service' as well as bills from Abinger Hammer Motors, Chestnut Classics and Rimmer Bros.
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