Triumph TR3
The quintessential British roadster that brought disc brakes to the masses.
- Power
- 100 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 12.0 s
- Top speed
- 102 mph
- Est. value
- $17k–$42k
About the Triumph TR3
The Triumph TR3A is the definitive 'sidescreen' TR, distinguished by its wide front grille and exterior door handles. It evolved from the TR2 and TR3, retaining the rugged separate chassis and torquey wet-liner engine that made the series a motorsport staple. As the first British series-production car to offer front disc brakes as standard, it provided stopping power that few contemporaries could match. Its raw, wind-in-the-hair driving experience and simple mechanicals have cemented its status as a cornerstone of the classic British sports car movement.
Triumph TR3 specs
The Triumph TR3 produces 100 bhp (75 kW) and 159 Nm (117 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 12.0 seconds and has a top speed of 102 mph (164 km/h).
| Make | Triumph |
|---|---|
| Model | TR3 |
| Trim | TR3A |
| Years | 1957–1962 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Roadster |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Production | About 58,236 built |
| Original price | About $2,700 when new |
| Engine | 2.0-litre inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,991 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 100 bhp (75 kW) at 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 159 Nm (117 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 5,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 12.0 s |
| Top speed | 102 mph (164 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 950 kg (2,094 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 TR3 worth?
A typical Triumph TR3 is estimated to be worth $17,000 – $42,000 (about £13,000 – £31,000).
Its original price when new was about $2,700.
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 TR3 rarity in CarSpot
The Triumph TR3 is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 39 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 TR3 fun facts
- The 'TR3A' name was never an official factory designation; it was adopted by enthusiasts to distinguish the facelifted model with the full-width grille.
- The TR3A was so successful in the United States that the original body panel moulds eventually wore out and had to be replaced during production.
- A TR3A famously featured in Federico Fellini's 1960 cinematic masterpiece 'La Dolce Vita', driven by Marcello Mastroianni.