Triumph Spitfire Mk3
The fastest and most refined of the classic swing-axle Spitfires.
- Power
- 75 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 12.5 s
- Top speed
- 95 mph
- Est. value
- $8k–$25k
About the Triumph Spitfire Mk3
Introduced in 1967, the Mk3 represented the first major evolution of Giovanni Michelotti's iconic roadster design. It featured a raised front bumper to meet new safety regulations and a significantly improved folding soft-top that replaced the cumbersome 'packaway' roof of earlier models. Under the clamshell bonnet sat a new 1,296cc engine derived from the Triumph 1300, providing a welcome boost in power and making it the quickest Spitfire of the 1960s. While it retained the characteristic swing-axle rear suspension, the Mk3 is widely considered by collectors to be the sweet spot of the range, blending classic styling with improved usability.
Triumph Spitfire Mk3 specs
The Triumph Spitfire Mk3 produces 75 bhp (56 kW) and 102 Nm (75 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 12.5 seconds and has a top speed of 95 mph (153 km/h).
| Make | Triumph |
|---|---|
| Model | Spitfire |
| Generation | Mk3 |
| Trim | Mk3 |
| Years | 1967–1970 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Roadster |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Production | About 65,320 built |
| Original price | About $2,300 when new |
| Engine | 1.3-litre inline-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,296 cc (1.3 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 75 bhp (56 kW) at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 102 Nm (75 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 12.5 s |
| Top speed | 95 mph (153 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 711 kg (1,567 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 105 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Triumph Spitfire Mk3 worth?
A typical Triumph Spitfire Mk3 is estimated to be worth $7,500 – $25,000 (about £5,600 – £18,000).
Its original price when new was about $2,300.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Triumph Spitfire Mk3 rarity in CarSpot
The Triumph Spitfire Mk3 is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 37 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Triumph Spitfire Mk3 fun facts
- The Mk3 was the first Spitfire to feature a wood-veneer dashboard, moving away from the painted metal finish of the Mk1 and Mk2.
- The 100,000th Triumph Spitfire ever produced was a white Mk3, which rolled off the Canley production line in February 1968.
- Its front bumper was raised by nine inches specifically to comply with new US crash regulations, giving the car its distinctive 'bone-in-teeth' look.