362 Triumph Herald 1200 (1970)

Triumph Herald 1200 (1961-70) Engine 1147cc S4 OHV Production 201142 of the 2 door Saloon (+ 5319 Coupe, 43,295 Convertible and 39,819 Estates)

Registration Number VTE 384 H

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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.

Standard-Triumph were taken over by 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. With improved seating wood laminate and tighter quality control. Disc brakes became an option in 1963.

A more sporty version the 12/50 was also built alongside the standard car 1962-67.

Shot at Weston Park Car Show 25:04:2011 Ref 70-362

 

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