1962 Triumph TR4
A Triumph TR4 prepared to a high standard for historic motorsport competition, registered '817 URU' and presented in Sapphire Blue with white stripes and a matching hardtop. Equipped with a full FIA/MSA HTP valid through 2028 (Class GTS II) and road-legal with a UK V5C, the car has been actively campaigned at events including the Spa Six Hours and Silverstone Classic. A comprehensive mechanical build in 2022 included a billet-crank race engine producing 206 bhp, and further refreshment was carried out in 2023–24.
Ownership
- 2024-02-23Auction saleSold £38,000 (≈ $48K)
- 2024-02-23Auction saleSold £38,000 (≈ $48K)
- 2024-02-24Auction saleSold £38,000 (≈ $48K)
- Date unknownPrivate saleCurrent enthusiast vendorfull documentation
Purchased the car approximately three years before the sale at £55,000 and subsequently invested a further £35,000 in upkeep and improvements. Raced the car at multiple historic events and maintained a large history file documenting expenditure and work carried out.
Competition
- —Spa Six Hours
Car competed in class at this endurance event; specific year and result not stated in the catalogue.
- —Silverstone Classic
Entered competitively in class; event now known as the Silverstone Festival. Specific year and finishing position not recorded in the catalogue.
- —Equipe GTSEquipe GTS
Ran competitively in class within this series; organisers John Pearson and Rob Cull cited as independent references.
Maintenance & restoration
- 2022Engine rebuild
Full race engine build featuring a billet crankshaft and connecting rods, uprated valves and pistons, achieving a claimed output of 206 bhp. Dyno documentation available. New clutch, starter motor, and differential also fitted.
Dry weight recorded at 925 kg. Twin-bearing rear axle (BPA specification) installed at the same time.
- 2022Mechanical
Comprehensive suspension overhaul covering new dampers, springs, and Nylotron bushes throughout, followed by a full geometry alignment. New radiator, race distributor, and fuel pumps also installed.
- —BodyworkTTP Performance
Front end and engine bay repainted.
Work carried out during the 2023–24 period while the car was at TTP Performance.
- —Engine rebuildTTP Performance
Complete engine refresh including fitting two brand-new Weber 45 DCOE carburettors. All components requiring renewal or upgrading ahead of the 2024 season were addressed, leaving the car at zero competition miles.
Work carried out during the 2023–24 period.
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