Latest Information on Triumph Spitfire
The Triumph Spitfire was a convertible small British two-seat sports car. It debuted at the 1962 London Motor Show and was produced between 1962 and 1980. The Spitfire was created to compete in the small sports car segment that was initiated by the introduction of the Austin-Healey Sprite. Its production version didn’t have many changes from the prototype and had a rather basic trim. It was an inexpensive/“budget” sports car that had rubber mats and a large plastic steering wheel. The exterior on second generation models were modified with a new grille and badges. The interior trim was also sufficiently improved upon. A major facelift then came with the third generation models. The fourth generation brought the most comprehensive changes along with continuous detail improvements.
Review Summary
PROS
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Used to be an affordable entry into British Sports car fun
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Classy styling
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Nippy performance for its size
CONS
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Rusts away as soon as you look elsewhere
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Extremely cramped cabin
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Challenging handling
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Spare part availability
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