1977 Triumph Spitfire

Gateway Classic Cars of St. Louis is proud to offer a stunning 1977 Triumph Spitfire. The Triumph Spitfire 1500 saw a 6 year run in the US ending in 1980. Engine output changed a few times over the years but for the most part the model remained unchanged over its run. The roadster was a lightweight, low slung sports car which relied on a busy little 1,500cc Inline 4 cylinder for power. This power plant may seem meager, but for a vehicle weighing in under 1,900 pounds, the output is more than enough. This particular example is a 1977 model which has undergone an extensive cosmetic restoration to make it one of the straightest, most presentable Spitfires you will find. The body has been completely hand sanded to a completely smooth surface. It is finished in Sherwin-Williams "600 MPH" 2 part black urethane which is typically used for aircraft. It has been coated with 3 coats of clear on the body and 6 coats on the bonnet. The result is a glass like finish which is so deep it looks as if you could reach your hands into it. The Spitfire sits on a gorgeous set of wire wheels with knock offs. To complete what may be the sharpest color combo on a roadster, the interior is all new red vinyl. The interior materials including the carpets are all high end quality materials. Even the steering wheel is a handmade Superior 500 wooden wheel. The mechanicals have not been neglected with this car. The car has just over 46,000 original miles and has just had a mechanical refresh including a few performance goodies such as the aluminum intake, Webber carburetor, and header. Plenty of other maintenance items were recently replaced as well including: brakes, radiator, water pump, and fuel pump. This stunning Spitfire runs like a top and is certainly show ready. To view this very special 1977 Triumph Spitfire in greater detail, visit our St. Louis showroom, or go to www.GatewayClassicCars.com. Please call 618-271-3000 or email with any questions.