1977 Triumph Stag

Registration No: MTJ 125S
Chassis No: LD436570
MOT: June 2024

• Finished in Tobacco Brown complemented with a Tan interior
• Subject to an engine overhaul in 2020
• Offered with a collection of old MOT certificates and invoices
• 51,000 recorded and credible miles plus 2 keys and hardtop

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.

In current ownership since 2017, this Stag presents immaculately in its rare Tobacco Leaf paintwork. Offered with a Cream hardtop, there is a mere 51,058 miles recorded on the odometer, which is believed to be genuine. With a good service history, the Stag has been the subject of a replacement alternator in 2019, new front wheel bearings and track rod ends in 2020 and new chrome wire wheels. Indeed, less than 500 miles have been put on the overhauled engine, with the benefit of electronic ignition. There are a few spares with the car. They include 5 genuine Stag alloy wheels shod and a hardtop stand and cover. Accompanying the Stag are a collection of old MOTs and a large collection of invoices and there is also an MOT into 2024.

For more information, please contact:
James McWilliam
james.mcwilliam@handh.co.uk
07943 584760