Simo Lampinen
Articles | History and culture

Simo Lampinen's TR7-V8

A short story of the TR7-V8, plate SJW 548S, that in 1978 and 1979 did well with drivers Simo Lampinen and Peter Eklund in some important international Rallies, including Scottish Rally, Welsh Rally, Tour de Corse and Lombard RAC Rally.

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Models: Roadster TR7 / Roadster TR7 Sprint

Keywords: Sport

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Was the Triumph Acclaim Japanese or British?
Articles | History and culture

Was the Triumph Acclaim Japanese or British?

Chris Cowin delves into the history of building the Triumph Acclaim at Cowley, countering the myth it was simply a screwdriver operation unpacking and assembling Japanese kits. Such a belief is rather unfair to the people who worked there in the 1980s.

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Models: 1300 1300/1300TC / 1500 1500/1500TC / Acclaim Acclaim / Dolomite Sprint / Roadster TR7 / Roadster TR7 Sprint / Roadster TR8

Keywords: Canley / Views

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The "Trans Am" Vitesse
Articles | History and culture

The "Trans Am" Vitesse

This is another history linked to passion and technique. A quiet sedan for family turned into a “beast” by more than 200 hp. on the hunt of victories. Another pearl of mind and genius of Kas Kastner; the Triumph Vitesse "Trans Am". A history t

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Models: Vitesse 1600 / Vitesse 2 Litre e MK2

Keywords: Canley / Kas Kastner / Technical specifications / Sport / TriumphTune

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Oil cap refurbishment
Articles | Restorations

Oil cap refurbishment

A well-made restoration can be recognized by the attention paid to details, by the time dedicated to refurbish an original component over an aftermarket spare part. The oil cap used in the six-cylinders engines is no longer available and we show you how t


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Models: GT6 MKI / GT6 MKII / GT6 MKIII / Vitesse 1600 / Vitesse 2 Litre e MK2

Keywords: DIY / Lubrication / Engine

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