Triumph 2000 Mk I

Overview
Produced: 1963-1969, 113157 produced.
Types: Saloon,4 doors,4 seats

Triumph entered the growing "executive" market in 1963 with its new model, the Triumph 2000. The Triumph 2000 used an all new unitary body which was powered by a six cylinder 1998cc engine shared with the established Standard Vanguard range. Independent suspension and front disc brakes ensured that the 2000 had excellent road manners which gave the car a "sports saloon" feel expected of Triumph.

The 2000 featured a well appointed interior complete with wood veneer door cappings and dashboard which made the car a comfortable car in which to travel. The main rival to the Triumph 2000 was the also new Rover P6 2000, these two cars would compete for the same customers throughout their long production runs, even after both companies had been swallowed up by parent company BL! 

Buyers Guide Triumph 2000 (1963-1977) featured in Practical Classics October 2001 – available from our sister site Bookbase.  Click Here to view.

Source: Motorbase
Engines
CapacityConfigModelBore/StrokeCR
1998ccS6 OHVStandard/Triumph S6 OHV74.7mm x 76mm9
Drivetrain and Suspension
DrivetrainSteeringFront SuspensionRear Suspension
Rack-and-pinionIndependent/Coil SpringsIndependent/Coil Springs
Performance
Top Speed0-60SQMMPGEngine PwrComment
98 mph13.5 s
Auction Sales History
Lot
Num
Description Auctioneer Date Hammer Price Hammer Price
(inc premium)
79 Triumph 2000 MKI Anglia Car Auctions 21 Jan 2012 Not sold
111 Triumph 2000 Mk1 Barons 31 Oct 2011 Not sold
170 Triumph 2000 Mk1 Barons 20 Sep 2011 Not sold
168 Triumph 2000 MK1 Barons 31 Oct 2010 Not sold
Unknown Triumph 2000 MO/D MKI Anglia Car Auctions 10 Oct 2010 £1000.00 -
123 Triumph 2000 MK1 Barons 7 Sep 2010 Not sold
104 Triumph 2000 MKI Saloon Barons 27 Apr 2010 £1900.00 -
245 Triumph 2000 MKI. Peter Francis 19 Apr 2008 £850.00 -
08 Triumph 2000 Mk I BCA 25 Apr 2005 - £1150.00
051 Triumph 2000 Mk1 Saloon H&H Sales Limited 8 Jun 2004 £2500.00 -
007 Triumph 2000 Mk I BCA 19 Apr 2004 Not sold
056 Triumph 2000 MKI (1964) BCA 1 Dec 1997 £2200.00 £2310.00
007 Triumph 2000 Saloon (1964) H&H Sales Limited 20 Apr 1995 £3450.00 -
Books
Magazine Articles
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Article Buying Guide - Triumph 2000,2500 and 2.5 (1963-1977)
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Publication Practical Classics December 2007
Buying Guide - Triumph 2000,2500 and 2.5- Developed to compete head on with the Rover P6 2000, Triumphs new saloon and estate range was streets ahead of the Vanguard it replaced.
Article Last chance saloons
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Publication Practical Classics May 2002
Last chance saloons - Despite great credentials, the Triumph 2000-range cars just don't sell well. But maybe their future lies in modifying, which they're perfect for. David Lillywhite explains how.
Article Buyers guide - Triumph 2000
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Publication Practical Classics October 2001
Buyers Guide - Triumph 2000 - Triumph's executive contender still cuts the mustard but rock-bottom values mean they're disappearing fast. Richard Dredge explains what to look for.
Article How to buy a Triumph 2000/2500
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Publication Classics Monthly April 2011
How to buy a Triumph 2000/2500 - Blending performance and luxury, these saloons are a great classic bargain.
Article Buying Power - Triumph 2000 MKI 1963-1969
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Publication Classic Car Weekly 30 June 2010
Buying Power - Triumph 2000 MKI 1963-1969 - Need a classic ride that's also a capable long-distance cruiser? Matt George asks you to consider the enduring big Triumph, a family-friendly favourite since the Sixties.
Article Buying power - Triumph 2000 2500/2.5 Range
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Publication Classic Car Weekly 29 October 2009
Buying power - Triumph 2000 2500/2.5 Range - Among the most handsome of the new crop of executive saloons of the Sixtied was the Michelotti-penned Triumph 2000, which would last through until the late-Seventies in revamped and enlarged MK2 form.  RICHARD GUNN is your guide to what vital areas to check if you're thinking of getting one.
Article Twin Test - Triumph 2000, Rover P6 2000TC
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Publication Classic Car Mart July 2009
Twin Test - Triumph 2000, Rover P6 2000TC- This pair of Brits created a whole new market when they were launched and are still hugely desirable today, says Keith Moody.
Article Time team
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Publication Classics Monthly September 2008
Time team- After years of organising events, Duncan Wild thought it was about time he started competing again - with wife Cherrie alongside him.
Article Buying Power - Triumph 2000/2500/2.5PI
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Publication Classic Car Weekly 15 February 2007
Buying Power - Triumph 2000/2500/2.5PI - Buy the right example, and the last big Triumph can be a great drive at a bargain price.  DALE DRINNON reports on how to pick a winner.
Article Starter Classic - Triumph 2000/2.5
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Publication Classic & Sports Car May 2005
Starter Classic - Triumph 2000/2.5 - Spacious and luxurious, with a gutsy ’six’ and wood dash, the Triumphs have lots of appeal, says Malcolm McKay.
Article Buying Power - Triumph 2000/2.5
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Publication Classic Car Weekly 11th February 2004
Buying Power - Triumph 2000/2.5 - Big Triumph saloons are comfortable, fast and well-built - a useable everyday classic with huge style.  James Page shows you how to buy a sound exemple.
Article The space race
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Publication Classic & Sports Car June 2003
The space race - These stylish load-luggers from Triumph and Volvo are still up to the daily grind, as David Evans explains. 1968 Volvo P220, 1967 Triumph 2000 MKI.
Article Classics 3 Summer 2001 pg 24
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Publication Classics 3 Summer 2001
Smooth operators. Six-cylinder saloons do not come much smoother than the Triumph 2000/2500 range. Tim Morgan samples an early and late example to tell their story.
Article Classic Car Weekly 01 February 2001 pg 12
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Publication Classic Car Weekly 01 February 2001
Buying Power. Old smoothy. Triumph's six-cylinder 2000/2500 range make great classic at affordable prices. Richard Gunn points out what to look for.
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