Triumph Vitesse 1600
Overview
| Produced: |
1962-1966, 22814 produced. (Saloon) 1962-1966, 8447 produced. (Convertible) |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Saloon,2 doors,4 seats Convertible,2 doors,4 seats |
Triumph added a new model to its range in
The Vitesse used the same rear and middle body panels as the Herald and could be ordered as a saloon or convertible. The Vitesse had twin headlamps which were set at a slant angle to distinguish it from the Herald and standard equipment included front disc brakes. Options included overdrive transmission and a sunroof for the saloon. In
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1596cc | S6 OHV | Standard/Triumph S6 OHV | 66.75mm x 76mm | 8.75 |
Drivetrain and Suspension
| Drivetrain | Steering | Front Suspension | Rear Suspension |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rack-and-pinion |
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89 mph | 17.5 s |
Brakes
| Front | Rear | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Disc | Drum |
Auction Sales History
| Lot Num |
Description | Auctioneer | Date | Hammer Price | Hammer Price (inc premium) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 066 | Triumph Vitesse 6 1600 | Anglia Car Auctions | 3 Jun 2012 | - | £2678.00 |
| Unknown | Triumph VITESSE | Anglia Car Auctions | 22 Jan 2011 | £2600.00 | - |
| 413 | Triumph TR6 SS | Bonhams & Butterfields | 13 Nov 2010 | $12000.00 | $14040.00 |
| 182 | Triumph Vitesse Mark I 1600 saloon | Charterhouse | 14 Feb 2010 | £1400.00 | - |
| 122 | Triumph Vittesse | Barons | 20 Sep 2005 | Not sold | |
| 04 | Triumph Vitesse 6 | BCA | 1 Aug 2005 | - | £1850.00 |
| 050 | Triumph Vitesse (1965) | BCA | 7 Oct 2002 | Not sold | |
| 004 | Triumph Vitesse Six (1965) | Barons | 14 Mar 2000 | £900.00 | - |
| 017 | Triumph Vitesse Special (1963) | H&H Sales Limited | 6 Oct 1999 | £2200.00 | - |
| 049 | Triumph Vitesse (1964) | ADT | 9 Aug 1993 | £900.00 | - |
| 079 | Triumph Vitesse (1962) | ADT | 15 Feb 1993 | £1000.00 | - |
| 020 | Triumph Vitesse (1962) | Christies | 12 Sep 1992 | £450.00 | - |
Books
Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
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| Article |
Staff Car Sagas |
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| Publication | Practical Classics August 2006 | |||
| Staff Car Sagas - 1975 Ford Granada MKI Ghia Coupe-Matt Wright, 1966 Pontiac Parisienne-Jon Smith, 1981 Datsun laurel-Matt Jones, Triumph Vitesse-Brian Cox,. | ||||
| Article |
Buyer datafile: Triumph Vitesse, 1962-1971 |
116 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics February 2004 | |||
| Buyer datafile: Triumph Vitesse, 1962-1971. | ||||
| Article |
Our Cars |
38 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars September 2003 | |||
| Our Cars - 1977 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.0-Litre-Phil Bell. 1985 Fiat 124 Spider-Ben Field. 1972 Fiat 130 Saloon-Martin Buckley. 1969 Triumph Vitesse, 1967 Jaguar 420-Malcolm McKay. | ||||
| Article |
Triumph Vitesse |
74 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics June 2003 | |||
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Triumph Vitesse - Speed Freaks - The Vitesse was Triumph’s go-faster Herald. Ben Barry rides in a selection of cars that have been made even faster. |
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| Article |
Buyers Guide - Triumph Vitesse |
112 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics February 1999 | |||
| Buyers Guide - Triumph Vitesse - So is it a good idea or not? Russ Smith consults the experts about Triumph's Herald-with-attitude. | ||||
| Article |
Buyers Guide - Family Soft-Tops |
70 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics Spring 1994 | |||
| Buyers Guide - Family Soft-Tops - Not all convertibles are two-seaters. If you've got a family or lots of friends, why not try a bigger soft-top - we've covered over 18 different models in the next eight pages. Crayford Ford Corsair, Hillman Minx, VW Beetle, Triumph Vitesse, Morris Minor. | ||||
| Article |
Off with its head |
32 |
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| Publication | Classics Monthly December 2009 | |||
| Off with its head- Five years ago, this Triumph Vitesse was in a sorry state. It was also a saloon. | ||||
| Article |
Buying Power - Triumph Vitesse |
30 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 18 June 2009 | |||
| Buying Power - Triumph Vitesse - A smooth-as-silk-cylinder engine and even a convertible at relatively affordable prices makes the Triumph Votesse a tempting buying prospect, but there are potential pitfalls, reckons NICK LARKIN. | ||||
| Article |
Six of the best...compact saloons |
25 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart October 2006 | |||
| Six of the best...compact saloons - Every month, Six Of The Best brings you the most diverse and fascinating groups of vehicles we can conjure up. Paul Guinness is your trusty tour guide. Hillman Imp, BMC 110/1300, Austin A30/A35, Ford Anglia 105E, Triumph Vitesse, Mini 1275GT. | ||||
| Article |
Buying Power - Triumph Vitesse |
24 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 6 April 2006 | |||
| Buying Power - Triumph Vitesse - The Vitesse was the big sister to the Herald in terms of power, performance and cylinders. RICHARD GUNN looks at buying the small Triumph that gave you a little bit extra. | ||||
| Article |
Six Of The Best Classic Triumphs |
59 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart Spring 2006 | |||
| Six of the best Classic Triumphs - Triumph 1300, Triumph Vitesse, Triumph Spitfire, Triumph Acclaim,Triumph 2000/2500 MkII, Triumph TR7. | ||||
| Article |
Buying Power - Triumph Vitesse |
24 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 21 July 2005 | |||
| Buying Power - Triumph Vitesse - Bigger brother to the Herald, at least in terms of power if not size, the Vitesse is one of the cheaper and more cheerful ways into six-cylinder classic sports motoring. But tread carefully, by following RICHARD GUNN’s guide. | ||||
| Article |
Buyer's Guide - Triumph Vitesse |
102 |
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| Publication | Classics March 2005 | |||
| Buyer’s Guide - Triumph Vitesse - The smooth big brother to the Herald is an enthusiast’s dream - simple to maintain, cheap to run and loads of character. Gary Stretton steers you past the hazards towards your first Vitesse. | ||||
| Article |
Road Test - Triumph Vitesse |
38 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 3 February 2005 | |||
| Road Test - Triumph Vitesse - Built 1962-71, two-door, four-seater saloons and convertibles. Front-engined, rear-wheel-drive. 1596cc and 1998cc six-cylinder engines. | ||||
| Article |
Doing it all Again - Vitesse Restoration |
88 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart December 2004 | |||
| Doing it all Again - Vitesse Restoration - Some folk never learn. Not content with rebuilding one Triumph Vitesse, Rod Ker decided to rebuild another car...another Triumph Vitesse. Part Seven, The Final Frontier. | ||||
| Article |
Doing it all Again - Vitesse Restoration |
102 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart November 2004 | |||
| Doing it all Again - Vitesse Restoration - Some folk never learn. Not content with rebuilding one Triumph Vitesse, Rod Ker decided to rebuild another car...another Triumph Vitesse. Part 6, in which Rod wrestles with fuel tanks, valences and water pumps. It’s almost finished then..... | ||||
| Article |
Doing it All Again - Vitesse Restoration |
98 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart September 2004 | |||
| Doing it All Again - Vitesse Restoration - Some folk never learn. Not content with rebuilding one Triumph Vitesse, Rod Ker decided to rebuild another car...another Triumph Vitesse. Part 5, in which Rod rediscovers the delights of that Brake Fluid Down The Sleeve experience, and reflects..... | ||||
| Article |
Doing it Again - Vitesse Restoration |
92 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart July 2004 | |||
| Doing it Again - Vitesse Restoration - Some folk never learn. Not content with rebuilding one Triumph Vitesse, Rod Ker decided to rebuild another car....another Triumph Vitesse. Part 3, in which Rod Ker enjoys an understanding of the rear suspension... | ||||
| Article |
Vitesse Restoration - Doing it All Again |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart May 2004 | |||
| Vitesse Restoration - Doing it All Again - Some folk never learn. Not content with rebuilding one Triumph Vitesse, Rod Ker decided to rebuild another car.... another Triumph Vitesse. Part 1, in which Rod explains. | ||||
| Article |
Classics November 2001 pg 28 |
28 |
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| Publication | Classics November 2001 | |||
| Basically Triumphant. The Triumph Vitesse, Triumph GT6 and Bond Equipe all use the same engine and similar running gear. But, asks Tim Morgan, do they all have the same appeal? | ||||
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