For Sale: 1980 Triumph Spitfire in Vero Beach, Florida

The 1980 Triumph Spitfire was part of the final generation of the classic British roadster, a model that had been in production since 1962. The Spitfire carried a timeless sports car silhouette: a long, low hood, compact cockpit, and rear-wheel drive stance. By 1980, the car was in its fifth and last iteration, the Spitfire 1500, which had been introduced in the mid-1970s.

Stylistically, the 1980 Spitfire retained its sporty charm. Its front end featured a low-slung nose with pop-up-style headlamp housings eliminated in earlier updates, giving it a sleek appearance. The car's convertible top was simple and lightweight, appealing to drivers who wanted an open-air experience. Inside, the cabin was minimalist but driver-focused, with classic Smiths gauges and a small-diameter steering wheel. Production of the Spitfire ended in 1980 for the U.S. market, and by 1981 globally, making the 1980 Triumph Spitfire one of the last true examples of the small British roadster era

Impeccable is the word that describes this over-the-top ideal 1980 Spitfire. The fifth-generation of the Spitfire model, this 1500 Spitfire convertible was the ultimate build offered. Presented in British Racing Green with a tan houndstooth interior, this Spitfire looks like it just rolled off the factory line. Showing just over 261 miles on the odometer, this Spitfire is equipped with the largest sized motor offered on the model - a 1.5L inline 4-cylinder tied to a 4-speed manual transmission. All around this car, there are no apologies to be made. Top, bottom, inside and out, this is one of, if not the nicest Spitfire on the market today.

Unless stated otherwise, mileage shown on odometer is exempt and unknown if original.
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