Description
Triumph Spitfire 1500 | 1977
Highlights:
– 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine, petrol, manual transmission with overdrive
– Right-hand drive, as befits a British roadster
– Striking green paintwork with a black soft top
– Wooden dashboard with classic round instruments
The seller offers for sale this 1977 Triumph Spitfire 1500, powered by a 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine, paired with a manual transmission with overdrive. This example is a genuine right-hand-drive car, presented in an eye-catching green finish over a black soft top and a black interior. It is a cabriolet in the classic British tradition, and the seller notes that the colour makes it stand out from the more common red, white or yellow examples. The addition of overdrive is a particularly welcome feature, making relaxed higher-speed cruising on the open road considerably more comfortable.
Inside, the car features a wooden dashboard with classic round instruments, and it is fitted with a rear luggage rack on the boot lid, adding to its period charm. The seller reports that the car carries German H-registration and that a repair manual and a 2018 valuation report accompany it. The TÜV was renewed only a few months ago and is valid until March 2028. The seller originally acquired the Spitfire for their children, but as they are still too young to drive a classic, the car is now being offered for sale. Following purchase the car was recommissioned and a test drive was carried out.
The Triumph Spitfire was one of the definitive small British sports cars of its era, produced from the early 1960s through to 1980. Designed by Giovanni Michelotti, it offered affordable open-top motoring in a compact, characterful package, with a low roadster line and nimble handling that made it a natural companion for winding country roads. The 1500 was the final and most powerful iteration of the model, giving the Spitfire more usable performance while retaining the simple, engaging charm that had defined it from the start.
This is a car with genuine character rather than clinical perfection: an honest British classic with an attractive presence and a real sense of fun behind the wheel. The combination of right-hand drive, overdrive and the distinctive green paintwork makes for an appealing and slightly unusual example. For the enthusiast seeking a charming open classic that is not seen on every corner, this Spitfire 1500 is well worth a closer look.
Condition of the bodywork & paint
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
Condition of the interior
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
Technical condition
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
Overall condition
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.
