I was genuinely surprised to see the single Stromberg carburetor in place rather than twin SUs, but the factory starting fitting the single in 1969, so I’m sure there was some regulatory reason for it. We’re told that the car is in “as raced” condition, so presumably, it doesn’t need much to be vintage race-worthy. I’m sure the belts have been updated, but you’ll want to check the SFI dates on that harness anyway. Its body was designed by Michelotti in a. It was introduced at the London Motor Show in October 1965 and intended as a replacement for the popular Triumph Herald. That’s the removable front spoiler in the cockpit. The Triumph 1300 is a medium/small 4-door saloon car that was made between 19 by Standard Triumph in Coventry, England, under the control of Leyland Motors. I’m guessing at least the internals of this fuel cell have been updated since I understand the car was vintage raced less than two years ago. Like many Triumphs, the Triumph Trophy 1200 is not only tall but its suspension is quite firm - especially for a tourer - but that just means the 237kg (522lb) bulk is well. The front spoiler is removable, presumably to facilitate trailer loading. I have read that the “44” was reversed on Group 44 cars for luck after one time that it was done accidentally and the car won the race. Apparently, this is the view most other racers had of the Spitfire and John Kelly that year. The team won nine other SCCA national championships in various cars in addition to the 1973 F-Production title this car won. The cars were always immaculate and the crew and drivers wore white coveralls to heighten the appearance. If you aren’t familiar with Group 44’s history, they were the East Coast factory team for Triumph and later British Leyland in the 60s, 70s and most of the 1980s. The Spitfire is currently located in Largo, Florida. It’s listed for sale here on eBay with a starting bid of $40,000 and no reserve. It’s not very often that you get a chance to purchase some genuine racing history! This famous GrTriumph Spitfire won the 1973 SCCA Championship (as well as many other races, including 8 national races that year) and has recently spent time on exhibit at the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America in Daytona, Florida.

Triumph 1300 dash