1973 Triumph Stag

Registration No: PHM 842L
Chassis No: LD206450
MOT: March 2026

• Pleasingly retains its Triumph 3 litre V8 mated to a manual overdrive gearbox
• Fitted with a Holley carburettor and tubular free flow exhaust
• Offered with history file and current V5C
• Subject to mechanical fettling in current ownership

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 9,500 or so are thought to have survived.

Finished in the classic combination of White with Black upholstery and a Black soft-top, this ‘home market’ example was first registered on April Fools’ Day 1973. Featuring the more desirable four-speed manual plus overdrive transmission, the Triumph pleasingly retains its original 3-litre V8 engine which has been uprated with a Holley four-barrel carburettor and freer-flowing tubular exhaust. Treated to a new clutch (including uprated thrust bearing) and associated master / slave cylinders, the Stag has also had attention paid to its rear crankshaft seal, fuel pump, viscous fan assembly, rocker cover gaskets and rear bushes. Expected to be MOT tested by the time of the auction, despite being eligible for exemption, ‘PHM 842L’ is said to ‘drive very well’. Offered for sale with V5C Registration Document and history file.

**PLEASE NOTE** Since the catalogue has gone to print, the vendor has identified a £15,884.26 bill from ‘Racestorations’ in 1997 which included:

Full engine rebuild, unleaded, new clutch.

Holly carburettor conversion

Kenlowe fan auto kit

Stainless steel exhaust

Gearbox rebuilt and uprated

Overdrive rebuilt

Differential rebuilt New radiator

New alternator

Suspension reconditioned see listing

Bodywork repaired all major rust removed

Repainted Glacier White including engine bay

Wax oyled and stone chipped underside

Electrics repaired where required

New windscreen

Best quality Carpet Set & Kit

Interior Trim Kit reconditioned as required plus new hood

Strut gaiters x 2

Tie Rod End x 2

Strut Inserts x 2

Engine Mounts & Gearbox

Fan Belts

Engine Hoses

Gear Lever Binnacle & Surround Reconditioned

Brake Pipe Kit

Rear Brake Linings

U/j's x 6

Trailing Arm bushes x 4

Aeroquip Brake Flexy’s

Front/Rear Road Springs x 4

For more information, please contact:
Oliver Fernyhough-Martin
oliver.fernyhough-martin@handh.co.uk
07483 361000