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- 1957 Triumph 3TA Twenty One 348cc
1957 Triumph 3TA Twenty One 348cc
Lot Number: 633
1957 Triumph 3TA Twenty One 348cc
A well preserved example of Triumph’s elegant 'bathtub' twin, finished in Shell Blue Sheen, long stored in private ownership and would benefit from light recommissioning prior to road use. Offered without reserve.
- Sold for: £1,610
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 9th November, 2025 at 10.00am local time at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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REG NUMBER
WOD 159
SUMMARY
A well preserved example of Triumph’s elegant 'bathtub' twin, finished in Shell Blue Sheen, long stored in private ownership and would benefit from light recommissioning prior to road use. Offered without reserve.
DESCRIPTION
- The Triumph Twenty One, also known as the 3TA, was a 350cc twin-cylinder motorcycle produced between 1957 and 1966 to mark Triumph’s 21st anniversary
- Purchased in 1993 from a neighbour to accompany a similar machine already in the owner’s possession
- Finished in period correct Shell Blue Sheen and retaining its distinctive fully enclosed rear bodywork that earned it the 'Bathtub' nickname
- Powered by a 348cc twin with a single carburettor and 4-speed, foot-change gearbox designed under Edward Turner’s supervision
- Stored dry in a private collection for several years and would benefit from light recommissioning prior to road use
- Offered without reserve, providing an attractive opportunity to acquire a characterful British classic from one of the most respected post-war marques
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 633
- Make
- TRIUMPH
- Model
- 3TA TWENTY ONE
- Registration Number
- WOD 159
- Frame Number
- H449
- Engine Number
- 21H449
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Stacey Williams
- Car Specialist
- 07472 250306
- stacey@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Stacey.
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