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A selection of heavily illustrated and highly detailed reference books on Triumph which have been written by some of the world's leading motoring writers.

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Triumph Car -the complete story: From the Tri-car to the Acclaim
MX26
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  Front cover     By Graham Robson and Richard Illingworth. Softback. 353 Pages. More than 500 illustrations

This must be the definitive book on the Triumph marque, written by two acknowledged experts in the field. In its 17 chapters, this book tells the story of the cars and their engineering, and also the distinguished and often controversial people behind the company. It examines the origins of the Triumph Cycle Company before telling of its entry into the motor car field in 1923. The downturn in the company`s fortunes leading to a takeover by Standard`s Sir John Black is covered as well as the subsequent takeover by Leyland Motors and Triumph`s absorption into the ill-fated British Leyland group. Finally, it tells of the long slow decline to the end of the marque in 1984. It is an essential book for any Triumph enthusiast or British motor industry history buff.

Triumph TR 2, 3 & 3A
MX45
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 Front cover   By Bill Piggott. 192 pages. Hardback. 260 illustrations

As the 1950s progressed, the British motor industry offered an ever more exciting range of sports cars and the  subject of this book is the TR2 and the "sidescreen" TRs that were directly related to it, the TR3 and the TR3A which all found a ready made market at home, and particularly in the United States. In character the TR was classically a sports car: the cockpit was well laid out, the bucket seats supportive in corners, the dashboard fully instrumented, the gearlever stubby, the weather equipment rudimentary. The exhaust had the right burble and the ride was hard. The recipe was right, and the car was also cheap and practical. The TR2 was an instant success, and with the improved TR3 and TR3A versions the model went on selling strongly until 1962. Today, of course, all these TRs are among the most desirable classic sports cars of their era.

Author, Bill Piggott, opens with an exposition of the back-ground to the creation of the TR2, via the unsatisfactory TS20 model exhibited at the 1952 London motor show. Then comes a detailed technical description and analysis of the TR2, covering all aspects of the chassis, running gear, engine and transmission. This sets the scene for subsequent chapters on the TR3 and TR3A, each of which receives comprehensive treatment. Also provided is extensive coverage of the TRs' successful participation in motor sport, including Le Mans and international rallies, and comparisons are drawn between the TR2s and 3s and rival models like the Austin-Healey 100 and the MGA. Finally there is advice on the practicalities of owning and using the cars today. In its in-depth examination of these splendid sports cars, this book offers an unrivalled store of knowledge for the many owners and enthusiasts who cars passionately about them, and serves as a tribute to the men who made them.

TR for Triumph (Hardback book)
HXP094
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 Front cover     By Chris Harvey. Hardback, 250 x 207mm, 256 pages, 235 black & white and colour illustrations
This detailed book has been re-issued to satisfy a continuing demand. It provides a wealth of technical information with a fully illustrated history, anecdotes, practical tips, and compulsive reading in the form of contemporary road testers' reports. There is also advice on what to look for when buying a Triumph TR - the strengths and weaknesses of this classic car - hints on restoration and on preparing a car for competition, and fascinating information on the competition successes and the men behind the cars.

Triumph: Haynes Classic Makes Series -Sport and Elegance
HXH969
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Front cover    By Bill Piggott. Hardback, 270 x 210mm, 160 pages, 110 colour & 40 b&w illustrations

The enthusiast following for Triumph cars, especially the sports cars, carries on undiminished, even though the marque has been defunct for over 20 years. Here, from a celebrated Triumph expert, is the inside story of a popular make that has always had a special place in the hearts of sports car enthusiasts, and manufactured some acclaimed saloon cars as well. The varied content includes technical information, driving impressions and buying hints. "An invaluable marque companion or introduction" Classic and Sports Car

Triumph TR7 -The Untold Story
MX27
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  Front cover    By David Knowles. Hardback. 256 pages. 300 colour photographs
By the mid 1970s the two popular sports cars produced by the new British Leyland were showing their age. What the company needed was a smart, modern sports car. The TR7, designed to replace both the MGB and the Triumph TR6, was the result. Its wedge-shaped design was modern enough but much of the rest of the car was, for some, disappointingly conventional and press reaction was not universally warm. Initially available as a two-seat coupe, the car went on sale in Britain in 1974. David Knowles unravels the history of the car's design and production, and the chaos that was caused by British Leyland's notorious strikes and labour problems. He also delves deep into the competition history of the car. Including the later TR7 drophead, and the V8-powered TR8, this book is the last word on the car that is probably more popular today than at any time since it ceased production in 1981. "Enthralling" Classic Cars

Advertising Triumph Saloon cars 1947-1981
MX4
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Front cover   Compiled by Daniel Craig.  S/B. 96 Pages. 250 images
Triumph were often regarded as one of the most innovative car companies of their time and used many clever and memorable advertisements to market their cars. While their sports cars were always seen as more "sexy", this book contains a fascinating selection of advertisements which cover the post-war era of Triumph saloon cars, including the 1800, the Mayflower, Herard, Vitesse, 1300, 2000, 2500, Toledo, Dolomite and Acclaim.