436 Triumph Spitfire (Mk.II) (1967) KNV 549 E

Triumph Spitfire Mk.II (1965-67) Engine 1147cc S4 OHV

Production 37,409

Registration Number KNV 549 E (Northamptonshire)

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The Triumph Spitfire was produced as a small sportscar by Triumph over five generations between 1962-80. Originally designed by Italian designer Giovanni Michelotti and introduced at the 1962 London Motor Show (Earls Court). Developed on a shortened variant of the Triumph Herald saloon/sedan's chassis, the Spitfire shared the Herald's running gear and Standard SC engine. It was manufactured at the Standard-Triumph Canley works, with approximately 315,000 produced over 18 years

 

The Mark II was introduced in March 1965, visually similar to the Mark 1, with a retuned engine, featuring a revised camshaft profile, water-heated intake manifold, and tubular exhaust manifold, increasing power to 67 bhp. The coil-spring design clutch of the Mark I was replaced with a Borg & Beck diaphragm spring clutch. Exterior trim featured a new grille and badges, and the interior featured revised seats, while carpeting replaced the original rubber mats.

 

Its base price was £550, against £505 and £515, for the BMC Austin Healey Sprite and MG Midget.

 

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