Classic Car Auctions THE SEPTEMBER CLASSIC CAR SALE 24th September 2022

24 CCA SEPTEMBER 2022 CLASSIC CAR SALE 2 More Details Lot 717 Bid On Lot 717 Lot details Reg: TAV 181S Chassis no.: VA23161DL0 Mileage: 61,208 MOT expiry: 14/06/2023 LOT 717 Estimate: £12,000 - £15,000 1978 TRIUMPH DOLOMITE SPRINT A real triumph in the 70s, a lovely Dolly Sprint in fine fettle. • Although the Triumph Dolomite range, introduced in 1972, had proved to be refined and sporty, competitors such as BMW’s 2002 had a performance advantage which was costing Triumph dearly, both in terms of sales and prestige • To remedy this, they unveiled the Dolomite Sprint in June 1973 powered by a 1,998cc, 16-valve, SOHC, four-cylinder producing 127bhp and enabling 119mph and 8.4 seconds to 60mph • This charismatic ‘Dolly Sprint’ was extensively restored and painted in 2010 with full details and a photographic record in the file • Acquired by our vendor around five years ago and brought back to its best with sensitive recommissioning. The cylinder head was rebuilt less than 250 miles ago • The indicated mileage of 61,208 is not warranted but we believe it may well be accurate • Resplendent in Pimento Red, this is a jump-in and show car ready to be enjoyed Vendor condition report: Overall: 132/135 «««««