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148 Triumph Herald 12-50 (1965)

Triumph Herald 12/50 (1962-67) Engine 1147cc S4 OHV Production 53267

Registration Number DYU 474 C

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The Herald was launched in 1959, styled by Michelotti, and was offered as a Saloon, Coupe, Convertible and Van. Total sales numbered over 500,000 and the Vitesse, Spitfire and GT6 are all based on the Herald concept. Originally available with a 948cc engine.

Leyland in 1961 releasing resources to further develope the Herald. The car was relaunched in 1961 as the 1200, powered by an 1147cc engine with a single down draught Solex carburettor, and an output of 39bhp

The 12/50 was built alongside the standard 1200 (1962-67) as a Deluxe Herald with an engine of near Spitfire tune. Featuring a high lift camshaft, front disc brakes, luxury trim, padded dash and folding sunroof.

 

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Shot 08.09.2013 at Brooklands Ref 100a-148

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