Here’s a unique automobile that’s simply not discussed often enough. This is the interesting-looking 1980 Triumph TR8 finished in a striking shade of blue with a contrasting blue soft top roof, and it’s one of an estimated 2750 total examples produced worldwide from 1978 until 1981. The TR8 was designed by British Car Designer, Harris Mann, and was manufactured by the Jaguar/Rover/Triumph (JRT) division of UK-based automotive engineering and manufacturing conglomerate, British Leyland. The TR8 model was mostly sold and delivered to both the United States and Canadian market, and each example is powered by the same 3,528 cc (3.5 l) V8 engine that allows this machine to achieve a 0-60mph time of around 8 seconds or less. A number of differences are evident between the predecessor TR7 model and the TR8, and some of the most notable are the presence of alloy wheels, a new leather steering wheel, upgraded breaks, and a few other minor changes here and there. Despite over 2,000 examples of the TR8 being produced, it’s reported that only a fraction of those cars still exist today between both Coupè and convertible variants, making this car one that you simply don’t come by all too often out in public, but definitely an absolute pleasure to see! What do you think about this not-so-often-seen TR8?
How many made? 2750 (estimated)
Engine: 3,528 cc (3.5 l) V8
Debut: n/a
Top speed: around 135mph
0-60mph: around 8 seconds
Photo Credit: @am_media_ny
Research: @rarecarsonly