Triumph TR7
Overview
| Produced: |
1975-1981, 112368 produced. |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Sports,2 doors,2 seats |
Without doubt the most controversial of Triumphs TR range made its debut in
The TR7 had a wedge shaped, steel body (which soon gained a reputation for rust) and featured pop-up headlamps. The engine used was a 1998cc four cylinder unit developed from the Triumph Dolomite range. Early cars made do with 4 speed manual transmission but later cars could be fitted with either 5 speed manual or an automatic unit.
The TR7 stayed in production until
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998cc | S4 OHC |
Drivetrain and Suspension
| Drivetrain | Steering | Front Suspension | Rear Suspension |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rack-and-pinion |
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 111.2 mph | 9.6 s | 28 mpg |
Brakes
| Front | Rear | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Disc | Drum |
Auction Sales History
Books
| ISBN | Title | Publisher | Buy this book |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1870642651 | TR7 & TR8 RTC9020B | Brooklands Books |
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| 1855202727 | TR7 AKM 3079B | Brooklands Books |
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| 1870642732 | TR7 AKM4332 | Brooklands Books |
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| 0869826236 | TR7 1979+ RTC9828CC | Brooklands Books |
Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
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| Article |
The Magnificent Eleven |
32 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics February 2011 | |||
| The Magnificent Eleven - Its a never-been-done-before 11-Triumph road test. Matt Jones samples TR heaven..,.or is it hell? | ||||
| Article |
Classic Milestone - True Romance |
6 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics February 2011 | |||
| Classic Milestone - True Romance - As the TR4 celebrates its 50th birthday Neil Campbell delves into the fascinating history of Triumph's roadsters. | ||||
| Article |
Dads v Sons |
24 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics April 2007 | |||
| Dads v Sons - Since Practical Classics was launched more than 25 years ago the range of cars we've come to regard as classics has grown enormously. Some of the more traditional motors seen in our first few issues now have descendants that are classics in their own right - and can provide serious competition for the originals. jaguar S-Type v XJ40, Triumph TR3 v TR7, Alfa Spider v Spider, Opel Manta v Calibra. | ||||
| Article |
Staff Car Sagas |
14 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics September 2006 | |||
| Staff Car Sagas - Gervais Seymour - 1975 Midget 1500, "Little" Matt Jones - 1984 Mercedes-Benz W123 230, James Stanbury - 1980 Triumph TR7, Ben Field - 1982 Volkswagen Golf GTI, Paul Wakely 1994 Raleigh Max Mountain Bike. | ||||
| Article |
Achilles Heel. Sticking TR7 Headlights |
99 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics April 2004 | |||
| Problems popping up? Or suffering from that sinking feeling? Triumphland shows how to cure a winking TR7 by inspecting and fixing its pop-up headlights. Triumph TR7. | ||||
| Article |
Seven uprated |
54 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics March 2002 | |||
| Seven uprated - As standard, the TR7 is a fine but misunderstood car. But a modified TR7 can be as much fun as any of its glorious predecessors. Ben Field explains. | ||||
| Article |
Classic Cars January 2001 pg 62 |
62 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars January 2001 | |||
| Menage a TR. Yes, you can use a TR sports car every day, but you have to choose the right one - we compare the three later cars. Triumph TR5, TR6 & TR7. | ||||
| Article |
Buyers Guide - Triumph TR7 |
118 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics August 1999 | |||
| Buyers Guide - Triumph TR7 - A highly usable British sports car for half the price of an MGB? Russ Smith looks for the catch. | ||||
| Article |
Buyer's Guide - Wedged up |
90 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart April 2011 | |||
| Buyer's Guide - Wedged up - It may not have been what Triumph traditionalists were used to but in many ways the TR7 was the best TR ever. Here's what you need to know before buying yourself a slice of the '70s. | ||||
| Article |
Buyer's Guide - Triumph TR7 |
20 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 2 March 2011 | |||
| Buyer's Guide - Triumph TR7 - Never mind whether is was a "proper" TR. just enjoy the TR7 for what it is. JAMES TAYLOR shows you how to avoid buying a clunker. | ||||
| Article |
Twin test - Wonders of a wedge |
38 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart October 2010 | |||
| Twin test - Wonders of a wedge - They're both wedge-shaped two-seaters launched in the Seventies - but that's where the similatities end. Paul Guinness revisits Fiat's mid-engined X1-9 and Triumph's more conventional TR7 to see which makes the best buy today. | ||||
| Article |
In the spotlight - Triumph TR7 |
98 |
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| Publication | Classics Monthly September 2010 | |||
| In the spotlight - Triumph TR7 - Controversial when launched, the TR7 has matured into a desirable and quirky budget classic. | ||||
| Article |
Buying power - Triumph TR7 |
30 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 14 May 2009 | |||
| Buying power - Triumph TR7 - Triumph's TR7 was a controversial walk on the wedge side compared to its traditional predecessors. RICHARD GUNN looks at buying the biggest-selling but also one of the most trouble-prone - of all the TR models. | ||||
| Article |
Sixes & Sevens |
38 |
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| Publication | Classics Monthly August 2008 | |||
| Sixes & Sevens- After 30 years of being the poor relation, we find out how the TR7 now stacks up against its illustrious older brother. | ||||
| Article |
Drive...to survive |
58 |
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| Publication | Classics Monthly July 2008 | |||
| Drive...to survive- Creating four classics to use every day of the week holds no fear for this dedicated MOT tester. Porsche, BMW, Triumph, VW | ||||
| Article |
Weather beaten? |
134 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car April 2008 | |||
| Weather beaten?- Forget the obvious soft-tops, says Graeme Hurst, there's plenty of year-round fun to be had on a budget if you opt for one of these bargain GTs. | ||||
| Article |
Drop-head gorgeous |
46 |
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| Publication | Classics Monthly June 2007 | |||
| Drop-head gorgeous - One is much-maligned, the other universally desired. But how do they compare decades later? Triumph TR7 v Alfa Romeo 2000 | ||||
| Article |
The Magic Numbers |
100 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car March 2007 | |||
| The Magic Numbers - From TR2 to TR8, the essential flavour of Triumph's sports car remained the same despite and ever-changing recipe. James Elliott drives them all. | ||||
| Article |
Timewarp Classics: No 24 - 1976: Triumph TR7 |
42 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 10 August 2006 | |||
| Timewarp Classics: No 24 - 1976: Triumph TR7 - For BL executives, 1976 must have been a highly exciting time - plenty of new cars had been launched and the future looked prosperous. Vital to the company's health was its shiny new sports car, the Triumph TR7. KEITH ADAMS takes you back to its launch, and charts the life of opne of Britain's sporting orphans. | ||||
| Article |
Bullet proof |
166 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car July 2006 | |||
| Bullet proof - Leyland never made the most of Triumph's TR7, says Andrew Noakes, and it's the rare 16-valve and V8 versions that prove the potential of 'Project Bullet'. | ||||
| Article |
Buying Power - Triumph TR7/TR8 |
28 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 29 June 2006 | |||
| Buying Power - Triumph TR7/TR8 - The TR7 and TR8 were radical and controversial departures from the usual TR formula when new. RICHARD GUNN looks into buying British Leyland's go-faster wedges, and the pitfalls that await the unwary. | ||||
| Article |
Six Of The Best Classic Triumphs |
59 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart Spring 2006 | |||
| Six of the best Classic Triumphs - Triumph 1300, Triumph Vitesse, Triumph Spitfire, Triumph Acclaim,Triumph 2000/2500 MkII, Triumph TR7. | ||||
| Article |
Starter Classic - Triumph TR7 |
184 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car August 2005 | |||
| Starter Classic - Triumph TR7 - The last of an illustrious line, the TR7 is shunned by some but has much to offer anyone looking for a first classic, explains Malcolm McKay. | ||||
| Article |
Modifying Triumph TR7s |
88 |
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| Publication | Classics Monthly Spring 2005 | |||
| Modifying Triumph TR7s - Doorstop-shaped TR7s are great to tune. Greg Whitaker explains how to get more from your Wedge. | ||||
| Article |
The Last Waltz - 1981 Triumph TR7 |
32 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart December 2004 | |||
| The Last Waltz - 1981 Triumph TR7 - Steve Wilson drives a 1981 Triumph sportster, and asks; Hero or Villain? This particular Sprint-engined TR7 is well-sorted, but... | ||||
| Article |
Modifying Classics - TR7 |
43 |
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| Publication | Classics February 2004 | |||
| Modifying Classics - TR7. Want to make your wedge-shaped Triumph fly? Greg Whitaker shows you how. | ||||
| Article |
Classics October 2002 pg 44 |
44 |
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| Publication | Classics October 2002 | |||
| Seventh Heaven? Sad end of the line, or undervalued classic? Triumph's TR7 is worth another look, says a converted Peter Knivett. | ||||
| Article |
Classic Car Mart September 2002 pg 28 |
28 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart September 2002 | |||
| Triumph. . . over Adversity. If ever a car suffered from poor press, it was Triumph's TR7. This makes them economical to buy today, and Mike Huber knows how to make them go faster, steer better and stop with some ferocity! | ||||
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