1965 Triumph 2000 Mk1 Overdrive Rally Replica

The car was built as a Replica Group 3 rally car for this individual by TR Enterprises of Nottinghamshire and was actively campaigned in events including the 2002 Trial to the Nile.

Based in the United States; the car was rarely driven there and was eventually offered for sale.

Purchased the car and imported it back to the UK with all applicable taxes settled, successfully reclaiming the original registration number. Commissioned a full body and mechanical restoration with the intention of returning it to rallying, though that plan was later abandoned.

One of several events in which the car was successfully entered; full details reportedly contained within the accompanying history file.

Converted by TR Enterprises of Nottinghamshire into a Replica Group 3 rally car, fitted with a Safety Devices full roll cage, triple Weber 40 DCOE carburettors, Recaro rally seats, Cibie spotlights, three-point harness belts, overdrive upgrade, and full instrumentation including a Halda Tripmaster.

All electrical circuits were fused and relayed within the glovebox area.

Full restoration covering both bodywork and mechanical systems following re-importation to the UK. Body repairs included new inner, centre and outer sills, a new front valance, and repaired rear arches, all using genuine repair panels, after which the car was resprayed white; the roof was subsequently wrapped in blue to echo period works cars. Total cost approximately £8,000.

Invoices for much of the work are held in the history file.

Mechanical overhaul encompassing Stag brakes with replacement discs, calipers, master and wheel cylinders, pads and shoes; new clutch and hydraulics; re-cored radiator fitted with twin electric fans; replacement rear drive-shafts; overhauled LEDA adjustable shock absorbers; and renewed suspension and strut bushes. Overdrive confirmed functional on second, third and fourth gears.

The triple Weber 40 DCOE carburettors were fully overhauled and set up on a running basis.