1979 Triumph Spitfire 1500 - Major Recent Work & Upgrades 82,000-83,000 miles. Since purchasing the car, I have since invested considerable time and effort into recommissioning, servicing and improving it. It starts, runs and drives extremely well. Improved horsepower due to straight pipe exhaust. Recent service & mechanical work: * Engine oil and oil filter changed * New NGK BP6ES spark plugs * New K&N air filters * New fan belt * New Payen head gasket * Carburettor and manifold gaskets replaced * New thermostat and thermostat gasket * New water pump * New bottom radiator hose * New radiator cap * Fresh 20W50 engine oil * Valve clearances checked and adjusted to 0.010" * Rocker gear inspected * Cooling system thoroughly attended to Upgrades & modifications: * Italian dual sports exhaust (straight pipe) * Spax front/rear shock absorbers with lowered front springs * JBW 13x5.5 Minilite-style alloy wheels * Yokohama 185/60 R13 tyres (Brand new) * K&N air filters * Wooden trim steering wheel (not included as I will need this for my other car. However black leather steering wheel from the original car is included and will be fitted prior to sale) * New windscreen wiper lever * New headlamps and headlamp bowls * New rocker cover * Black classic-style number plates * Pioneer MVH-S420BT Bluetooth stereo * JBL 330W 6.5" speakers * New Triumph rear badge * New seat covers as spares included worth up to 400 The car has been enthusiast-owned and is being sold as a genuine, usable British classic rather than a concours restoration. As expected with a 1979 car, there are areas that could still be improved cosmetically, but a substantial amount of mechanical work has already been completed. A fantastic little classic with plenty of character, rear-wheel drive, open-top motoring and a great specification. Ideal for weekend drives, classic car meets or someone wanting a solid base to continue developing. There is no rust, only rust water which overflowed once from the radiator but can be jet washed out. Viewing highly recommended. Genuine enquiries only Reason for sale: Wanting to take on another Triumph classic.