- Complete ground-up restoration performed by British marque expert, Wicker's Body & Paint Shop, Inc.
- The late Frank Wicker's personal Triumph
- Ready for spirited driving or judged events
- Classic British Racing Green over black upholstery with white piping
LOT 602
Selling on Saturday Evening
1967 Triumph Spitfire Mark III Roadster
OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE
Originally created by Standard-Triumph, the Spitfire was introduced to compete in the small sports car market against the likes of the Austin-Healey Sprite. The prototype vehicle was designed in 1958 by Italian designer Giovanni Michelotti, but due to financial difficulties, Standard-Triumph was forced to shelve the project. Rescued through an acquisition by Leyland Motors, the necessary financial backing was provided and the Triumph Spitfire was officially launched at the 1962 London Motor Show. Offered in five different variations until production ended in 1980, many would say the Mark IIIs from '67 and '68 were the best. In 1969, U.S.-bound models had to be changed to comply with new safety and emission regulations. Often referred to as "federal" Spitfires, the '69 models had a decrease in horsepower, new seats were introduced, and the charming wood dash was replaced with a matte black dash.
Rarely does one find a Spitfire of any year restored to the standard such as the 1967 Triumph Spitfire Mark III offered here. Performing restorations since 1975, the late Frank Wicker started Wicker's Body & Paint Shop, Inc. located in Kendallville, Indiana, in 1984 and became the go-to place for British automobiles. Having restored over 60 Austin-Healeys, he also restored countless other British marques, such as this 1967 Triumph Spitfire Mark III, which was his personal car. Having owned it for over 20 years, it has never been on a major road; after the restoration was completed, he tested the engine and mechanics, and simply parked it among his collection and started it periodically to maintain its integrity. Finished in the classic color scheme of British Racing Green over black upholstery with white piping it has an iconic stance.
Under the clamshell hood is a 1,296cc straight-four engine that pushes out 75 horsepower and is backed by a four-speed manual gearbox. A fantastic symbol of classic British sports car design, the current young caretaker, 10-year-old Miss Goldie Kruse, took ownership with guidance and help from her father in the summer of 2023, being the first person to own this automobile since Mr. Wicker's passing and the restoration. Ready for spirited driving and automotive judged events, this Mark III Spitfire is one of the very best and is ready to be enjoyed.
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