Lot number | 3 |
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Hammer value | £500 |
Description | Triumph Dolomite 1300 |
Registration | ROG 512R |
Year | 1977 |
Colour | White |
Engine size | 1,296 cc |
Chassis No. | WH9172DL |
Engine No. | DH75664HE |
Documents | V5C; handbooks |
In 1976 a replacement for the Toledo arrived in the form of the Dolomite 1300. The new Dolomite model was really a blend of old Toledo features (the single headlamp front end) mixed in with Dolomite ingredients such as the plusher interior trim and a longer, larger boot.
New equipment also included improved suspension, a larger petrol tank and wider wheels. It used the proven 1,296cc engine that had also seen service in the Herald and Spitfire and was already well known for its relatively high power output and excellent reliability.
The Dolomite 1300 was launched with such luxuries as reclining front seats, cigar lighter, fasten seat belts warning light, driver’s door mirror, twin reversing lamps and dipping mirror all fitted as standard - although it is amazing today to think that any of these items warranted highlighting in the brochures of the time! Triumph also fitted lashings of wood veneer and, together with its pleated seats, the whole interior looked very attractive. The Dolomite range was a huge success that inspired great loyalty in its customers and remained in production until 1980.
First registered in June 1977, this Dolomite 1300 has had just two owners from new, the first keeping it until 1981 when the current keeper acquired the car. She used it for about 7 years but then unfortunately suffered a stroke and the car was put into storage where it has remained these past 27 years. Recently unearthed, the car was drained of its old fuel, fresh petrol was added, the carburettors cleaned, a battery hooked up and it started easily, the engine apparently still sounding “as sweet as a nut”.
Finished in white with a black vinyl roof and a black interior, the car benefits from sporting Dolomite Sprint alloy wheels and steering wheel. Now in need of recommissioning, it comes with a nice transferable number plate which has been valued at £1,000 by Elite Registrations, plus a V5C and the original handbooks. Coming to the sale from a deceased estate, it is being offered here with no reserve.