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RE: 1965 TR 4 A IRS

To: "'triumphs@autox.team.net'" <triumphs@autox.team.net>
Subject: RE: 1965 TR 4 A IRS
From: Chris De Wet <DeWetC1@sapo.co.za>
Date: Tue, 23 May 2000 10:46:20 +0200
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Thanks to everyone who responded with comments , advice and suggestions .
I've made the seller an offer ( swap / trade some Spitfires and Heralds ) ,
but nothing has been finalised . Please keep your fingers and toes crossed
for me .

Chris de Wet
PO Box 472 , Ifafi , 0260 , South Africa .
One '56 TR 3 with o/d , two Heralds and four early Spitfires without o/d .

-----Original Message-----
From: Chris De Wet [mailto:DeWetC1@sapo.co.za]
Sent: Friday, May 05, 2000 2:41 PM
To: 'triumphs@autox.team.net'
Cc: 'spitfires@autox.team.net'
Subject: 1965 TR 4 A IRS
Importance: High



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Last night I accidentally stumbled upon an elderly gentleman that wants to
sell his rhd 1965 TR 4 A IRS that he has owned for the past 18 years . 
Commission number CTC 57992 O . Engine number CT 58117 E . Paint code 32 .
Trim code 11 .

It was real late and dark so a thorough inspection of the vehicle was not
possible , but it drives pretty well , though it must be repainted and the
wooden dash needs urgent attention . Upholstery seems to be fair but should
be redone later . Body is fair / no visible dents , but right front footwell
/ floorpan severely rusted . Chassis seems fair with a few small rust holes
at the back . Wiper motor and heater does not function properly .

 It's painted Pimento red with black vinyl upholstery ( is this correct for
the paint and trim codes ?) , and fitted with overdrive , Surrey top , ZS
carbs and disc wheels . No wire wheels or full soft top and frame .

The owner has various new and used spare parts ( really a lot ) including a
complete engine ( CT 56512 E ) . Unfortunately he knows that TR's are pretty
rare in South Africa so the asking price is a hefty R 50 000,00 ( approx. $
7200,00 or 5000,00 UK Pounds ) for everything . :-(  
I really want this car .
Maybe he will accept two Heralds and three Spitfires in exchange , or maybe
he will be offended by such a suggestion . Who knows ?

Any comments , suggestions or advice would be appreciated .
TIA
Chris de Wet
PO Box 472 , Ifafi , 0260 , South Africa
One 56 TR 3 with o/d , two Heralds and four early Spitfires without o/d .



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