Triumph 2000 Estate Mk I

Overview
Produced: 1965-1969, 7488 produced.
Types: Estate,5 doors,4 seats

Triumph entered a new model into the growing "executive" sector in 1963 the Triumph 2000. The 2000 used an all new unitary bodyshell combined with a twin-carb Standard Vanguard engine of 1998cc which gave the car excellent performance. All-round independent suspension and front disc brakes ensured excellent road manners, automatic and overdrive transmission were options.

Inside the 2000 featured high quality fittings including wood trim and reclining seats which offered high levels of comfort. The 2000 Estate featured a useful load area which was also well trimmed, all Estate bodies were built for Standard-Triumph by Coventry based Carbodies. 

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
1998ccS4 OHVStandard/Triumph S6 OHV
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)
219 1968 Triumph 2000 Estate Bonhams 26 Jul 2008 £1300.00 £1495.00
075 Triumph 2000 Roadster (1949) H&H Sales Limited 2 Oct 2002 - £3360.00
001 Triumph TR7 Convertible (1982) BCA 8 Apr 2002 - £2515.00
057 Triumph TR7 Convertible (1982) BCA 3 Dec 2001 - £3745.00
002 Triumph 2000 (1966) H&H Sales Limited 26 Sep 2001 £2600.00 -
010 Triumph TR7 Dhc (1982) Barons 31 Jul 2001 £1350.00 -
042 Triumph TR7 (1982) BCA 21 May 2001 Not sold
036 Triumph 2000 (1949) H&H Sales Limited 28 Jul 1999 Not sold
217 Triumph 2000 MKI (1969) RTS Auctions Ltd 11 Jul 1999 £1000.00 -
052 Triumph 2000 Roadster (1949) H&H Sales Limited 14 Apr 1999 £10750.00 -
219 Triumph TR7 Convertible (1982) RTS Auctions Ltd 17 Aug 1997 Not sold
010 Triumph 2000 (1965) Sandown 9 Mar 1997 £1800.00 -
011 Triumph 2000 MKI (1966) Parkes 2 Feb 1997 Not sold
215 Triumph 2000 Roadster (1949) Sothebys 6 May 1996 - £15525.00
011 Triumph 2000 Saloon (1965) Sandown 20 Apr 1996 Not sold
006 Triumph 2000 (1966) ADT 27 Nov 1995 - £2625.00
076 Triumph (1949) ADT 3 Oct 1994 Not sold
Books
Magazine Articles
Title Pages Options
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 Buyers Guide - Triumph 2000/2500 Estate
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Publication Classics Monthly May 2008
Buyers Guide - Triumph 2000/2500 Estate- A classic estate that's practical, affordable and fun to drive.
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 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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