Show. Built on a prewar Standard chassis and sporting a dual-carb version of the Standard
Vanguard engine, this show car looked much like the TR2s and TR3s that later followed,
although rear body styling was quite different, with a more rounded, traditional look
featuring exposed spare tire.
The Triumph TR4 was introduced in 1961. The body had been given a modern and updated appearance
by Michelotti but its drive-train and chassis were based on its TR predecessors. Production
lasted until 1965 when it was replaced by the TR4A.
The TR4 improved performance for the little sports car. The track was enlarged and the steering
now used a rack-and-pinion unit. The transmission was now fully synchronized on all gears and
the engine was enlarged slightly. An optional Laycock de Normanville electrically operated
overdrive could be selected for second, third, and fourth gear.
The TR4 was successful both in sales and in sporting events. They could often be seen competing
in SCCA, hill-climb, and rally events where they provided plenty of podium finishes for their
owners. The wet-sleeve engine was very convenient. The cylinder liners and pistons were easily
changed allowing the vehicle to compete under different capacity rules. Some TR4 racers were
given a supercharger which raised the 105 bhp SAE output to over 200.
This gorgeous example comes equipped with a stock 2138cc 4 Cylinder in-line engine.
The carburetors are twin SU's with K&N Filters and a manual 4 Spd. transmission. The exterior
is White, complemented by Mini light wheels, the interior is a beautiful Red vinyl with white
piping accents. Car comes complete with a black soft top in excellent condition and a red full Tonneau
cover. Very nice older restoration, thousands invested, car is solid throughout. This British
roadster runs and drives really well, very appealing to any British Car Enthusiast.
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