Triumph Stag V8 Federal Specification USA 1971 Left Hand Drive certificate FFVE

Here we
have my lovely 1971 very original Triumph Stag survivor that has undergone a
comprehensive mechanical refurbishment. The car is (unusually for USA models)
manual gear box with perfectly working overdrive.  The car has covered
only 109 thousand kilometres (67000 miles) and drives beautifully. I would describe the condition of the car as very good, original
condition.

Being a
historic tax category, this car requires no UK MOT or road tax and as such
could be insured from the UK and kept at your holiday home throughout Europe.
You would require a legitimate UK address to do this. 

I bought
the car from a Dentist in the USA (dry state car) and imported it to the UK,
then to France. It has UK registration certificate and the important FFVE
certificate that allow easy registration in France. You just need a controle
technique (MOT) and then apply for the French Logbook. I can assist with
this. The last UK MOT it passed was 2018 and it has been dry stored since
and driven about 100 miles. I can take it for a controle technique for the
buyer, if necessary.

Please note that my Stag was imported into France pre brexit, so there is no tax to pay to bring it to Europe. It is already in Europe both physically and fiscally! I have the French paperwork to justify the import and that there is no tax to pay.

When the
car arrived in the UK it was sent to a highly recommended Lotus specialist in
Devon for a comprehensive mechanical overhaul.

All
suspension was removed, media blasted and repainted factory satin black, all
suspension bushes were replaced. Four new shock absorbers were fitted with all
braking parks replaced with new or refurbished parts. The brake master cylinder
was also changed. 

The
engine and gearbox were then removed to detail the engine bay. A new clutch was
fitted.  Any oil leaks on the engine and gearbox were sorted and the
engine was given a full service and carb setup/balance. Also fitted were new
coil, condenser, distribution cap, plug leads, spark plugs and voltage
resistor. The engine had previously been fitted with a high performance
aluminium radiator and was subsequently fitted with a new viscous fan coupling
and fan blade.  Also fitted for peace of mind was a STAGWEBER aluminium
header tank with audible low fluid alarm. The fresh air inlet tube was also
renewed. A battery security cut off was fitted to the battery.

The
bodywork has no rust, either outside or under the car. The Lotus garage said it
looked virtually factory fresh. a thin layer of clear wax was applied to the
underside and the suspension components to protect their condition.

The
paint work has excellent patina, there are some minor imperfections,
appropriate to the age and originality of the the car. The original pinstripes
can still be seen. The car has been thoroughly polished and detailed.

The
chrome wire wheels are as new, the tyres are recently fitted.  The hood is
in great condition and the original suppliers decal (in the UK) sticker is
still present on the rear screen, which is a nice touch. There is a period
luggage rack fitted to the boot. The boot interior is in great condition.

In the
interior, new front seat covers were fitted professionally and match perfectly.
The back seats are excellent.  The wood veneer dash is all
excellent.  Overall the interior is a really nice place to sit and looks
really smart. Every gauge and switch works perfectly as do all interior lights.
There are front and rear seat belts fitted. The carpets are very good and brand
new original spec left hand drive front carpets (with insulation) have been
fitted from Aldridge trimming. A new overdrive switch and correct knob cover
was recently fitted. 

All
exterior chrome is excellent and the car also benefits from £1000 worth of new
stainless steel bumpers, so no corrosion, ever. No expense has been spared. The
front USA indicators (large orange only, lamp) were changed to UK specification
indicator/sidelights and the wiring for this was appropriately modified. All
four headlights were replaced and are left hand drive specification.

A Double
SS stainless steel full exhaust was fitted that provides a lovely V8 burble.

All
receipts are available for the works and parts as are the MOT, UK Log book and
history File including UK heritage certificate and the French FFVE certificate.

The French registration process (if needed) is easy and relatively quick, I can assist with the process for the new owner if needed.

There
will probably be other things that I have forgotten, that I will add later, but
if it needed it, it has been done!

Any
questions or photos needed please ask.

The car
is in Savoie Department, France and can be viewed with notice. Delivery
throughout Europe can be offered at reasonable cost.  I am happy to store the car until
delivery is possible in secure insured storage. I would ask that a reasonable deposit be paid if I am to do this. 

Part
exchanges considered but please bear in mind I will offer trade price for your
items. Cars, Boats, motorbikes etc. considered.

Please be
ready to pay a £1000 deposit if you make an offer and it is accepted.

good
luck!