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This superb, subtly upgraded home-market Triumph TR5 PI represents the ultimate specification TR for long-distance European touring, organised events and regular, confident use. Built on 9th February 1968 and supplied new from Birmingham on 21st March 1968, the car was registered MOK 129F and today retains its original ‘buff’ logbook along with a British Motor Industry Heritage Trust Heritage Certificate, affirming its provenance.

The TR5 has been in the hands of its most recent owners for almost twenty years, during which time it has covered close to 30,000 miles. It has been used exactly as a car of this calibre should be — touring extensively across Europe, with memorable journeys to Croatia, Prague, The Netherlands and Paris. On organised continental tours, the car even participated in sections of regulated rallying, earning class awards along the way. A particular highlight was a visit to the Le Mans Classic, where the Triumph enjoyed a scenic lap of the circuit prior to the race meeting — a fitting experience for such a charismatic British sports car.

The comprehensive history file reflects meticulous maintenance throughout its long-term ownership, ensuring the car was always prepared for its next adventure. Prior to this period, the TR5 had been the subject of an exceptional body-off rebuild to an impressively high standard. Photographic records show the car in rolling chassis form, a stripped bare-metal bodyshell and a fully dismantled engine, evidencing the thoroughness of the restoration. During the rebuild, the car was carefully uprated to enhance reliability, Some upgrades to include, alloy sump, unleaded cylinder head, updated driveshafts, high flow Bosch fuel pump, updated starter motor, overdrive logic box, and strengthened chassis. The differential was rebuilt, as was the gearbox.

The result is a truly glorious driving TR5 — powerful, responsive and perfectly suited to sustained continental mileage. It now combines the benefit of a high-quality rebuild with the proven reliability of a well-seasoned touring car that has been enjoyed and refined over thousands of miles.

Today, many years on from restoration, the car continues to present beautifully. The chassis and bodyshell remain structurally excellent, the Signal Red paintwork retains a deep and lustrous finish, and the chromework is bright and well cared for. The interior is inviting and well preserved, the engine bay is smartly detailed, and the hood and wire wheels complete a wonderfully purposeful yet elegant appearance.

This is a fantastic example — superbly rebuilt, thoughtfully upgraded and properly used — offering reliable, highly enjoyable classic motoring with the credentials to tour Europe at a moment’s notice.

Included with Every Purchase

Every classic car purchased from The Forge during this period includes a comprehensive ownership package, thoughtfully curated to provide exceptional value and complete peace of mind:

- Complimentary UK Delivery – within 150 miles
- Pre-Delivery Inspection
- MOT Certification
- Oil & Filter Service
- 3-Month Mechanical Warranty
- Professional Valet & Detailing, including a Stage 1 Polish
- Comprehensive History File, including all accompanying documentation
- Two Weeks Post-Sale Storage Included, Additional storage thereafter charged at £40 + VAT per week

Optional Extras

Classic Car Starter Kit – £300
Includes:
- Custom-fit super-soft stretch indoor car cover featuring your vehicle’s logo
- NOCO smart battery charger, professionally wired to your battery
- Draper drip tray for clean and safe storage

Classic Car Starter Kit Plus – £500
Includes everything in the Starter Kit, plus:
- Custom-fit waterproof outdoor cover in discreet grey
- Ideal for secure, all-weather protection

Lanoguard Underbody Treatment – £350
Includes:
- Thorough jet wash and underside clean
- Removal of all wheels and protection of sensitive components (brakes, bodywork, etc.)
- Treatment of light surface corrosion using appropriate abrasive methods
- Even application of Lanoguard across the entire underside
- 24-hour curing period within our facility
- Full before-and-after photographic record

Autoguard Extended Mechanical Warranty – from £295

Extend your mechanical warranty to:
- 6 months – £295
- 12 months – £395

Viewings & Inspections
All viewings are strictly by appointment only.
Test drives and independent inspections are warmly welcomed, with full access to our in-house vehicle lift, allowing detailed inspection both above and below the vehicle.

Important Information
While every effort is made to ensure all descriptions and details are accurate, we cannot accept responsibility for any errors or omissions.
We strongly recommend that all prospective purchasers personally inspect and verify the vehicle prior to purchase.