c.1953 Triumph Grand Prix Evocation

Registration No: Unregistered
Frame No: Not visible
MOT: Exempt

• Offered from long-term ownership
• An unfinished project ideal for a restorer or special-builder
• The engine turns over with compression

The original Triumph Grand Prix was introduced for competition use in 1948 and was developed by the competition shop from a design introduced some 11 years earlier. Powered by a much-modified T100 motor with a lightened and polished crankshaft with roller bearings, heavy-duty con-rods, dry sump lubrication, BTH racing magneto, raised compression and a lightweight alloy cylinder barrel and head fitted with lightened, polished valve gear and twin Amal Carbs, the Grand Prix was an immediate success. The cycle parts were based on the T100, but modifications included uprated brakes, close-ratio gears and an exposed primary drive.

This c.1953 Triumph Grand Prix evocation was purchased by the vendor as a project several years ago. Sadly, he has struggled to find the time to progress with it, and only a few small jobs have been completed during his ownership. We have not been able to view the frame number due to the extra-large fuel tank, and there is no engine number. The engine turns over with compression, but it will require a small amount of attention before it can be run again. Sold without paperwork, this should make a wonderful project for an enthusiastic restorer or special-builder.

For more information, please contact:
Mike Davis
mike.davis@handh.co.uk
07718 584217