1977 Triumph TR7 V8
- Engine
- V8
A 1977 Triumph TR7 constructed as a Group 4 specification rally car, completed in 2015 using predominantly new components including an ex-Works Shell bodyshell — formerly a spare shell from Charles Golding's Works programme — identifiable by its roll cage welded into the A-pillars. Power comes from a John Eales-built V8 fitted with Pierburg-type fuel injection, supported by Group 4 brakes and suspension. The car has seen very limited use since completion, having entered only one Isle of Man Historic Rally and one classic touring event.
Ownership
- 2026-02-20Auction saleSold £16,500 (≈ $21K)
- Date unknownAcquisition unknownCharles Goldingpartial documentation
Golding's association is with the ex-Works bodyshell only; the shell was a spare unit from his Works rally programme rather than a complete car.
Competition
- —Isle of Man Historic Rally
The car's sole rally outing following completion in 2015; no result or driver details are recorded in the prose.
- —Classic tour
One classic touring event attended post-build; no further details given.
Maintenance & restoration
- 2015Restoration
Complete build of the car to Group 4 rally specification from largely new components, incorporating an ex-Works bodyshell with roll cage welded to the A-pillars, a V8 engine with Pierburg-type fuel injection, Group 4 brakes and suspension, and a new rally wiring loom.
Engine assembly credited to John Eales. MSA logbook and historic papers were obtained at or around this time.
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