Name: 1978 TRIUMPH SPITFIRE 1500 (VIN: FM73896U0C)
Brand: TRIUMPH
SKU: FM73896U0C
Price: 80 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Question 1

What are the technical characteristics of this TRIUMPH SPITFIRE 1500 ?

Accepted Answer

This TRIUMPH SPITFIRE 1500 from 1978 is equipped with  N/A engine and a Manual gearbox. The model's powertrain is N/A and the body color is Green .

Question 2

What is the registered damage (main and additional) to this vehicle?

Accepted Answer

The vehicle has recorded major damage in the area of " Normal Wear "  .  Major damage describes the most affected area of the car, while minor damage describes secondary cosmetic or structural defects. It is important to take a close look at the photos, as insurance auctions classify damage approximately and there may be hidden damage.

Question 3

What does Run & Drive status and the presence of keys mean, and what are the risks?

Accepted Answer

This vehicle is rated with a technical running status of "  " and is recorded as without keys . The "Run & Drive" status means that when the vehicle entered the auction, it was started, shifted into gear and moved under its own power for a short distance. This reduces the risk of severe transmission damage, but does not guarantee the engine's technical condition during prolonged driving. The lack of keys means that a new key will have to be ordered and programmed in Bulgaria (an additional cost of around 150-400 BGN), and the car will be loaded onto a container with a forklift, which increases the risk of minor cosmetic damage to the suspension or floor.

Question 4

What does the bidding status mean for this car?

Accepted Answer

The bidding status is “ Pre-Approval ”. This metric defines the rules of the auction sale. In “Pure Sale”, the car is sold to the highest bidder at the time of auction closing, with no reserve price. In “On Approval”, the seller (usually an insurance company) reserves the right to approve or reject the final price after the bidding closes. In “Minimum Bid”, the car is sold only if the bids exceed the seller’s predetermined minimum reserve price.

Question 5

What is the estimated market value (Retail Value), the "Buy It Now" price, and the last bid for this car?

Accepted Answer

The estimated market value (Retail Value) of a similar car TRIUMPH SPITFIRE 1500 1978 in working condition is approximately  .  The last bid during the auction bidding was $80 . The estimated value is calculated by the insurer for the US/Canada market and helps you estimate the savings when importing the car after repair to Bulgaria.

Question 6

When does the auction end for this TRIUMPH SPITFIRE 1500 ?

Accepted Answer

Bidding for this car TRIUMPH SPITFIRE 1500 is scheduled for 18 септември 2026 г. 19:00 ч. . This auction has now ended.

Question 7

Is it possible to check the history of the car with VIN FM73896U0C ?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it is highly recommended to order a CARFAX vehicle history report. Through it, you can check the actual mileage, number of previous owners, insurance events, accidents, and service history.

Question 8

What is the average auction price in the archive for TRIUMPH Spitfire 1 and how does it help with bidding?

Accepted Answer

According to historical data in our auction archive for TRIUMPH Spitfire 1 , the average winning bid (High Bid) in Copart and IAAI insurance auctions is around $400  . This benchmark serves as a guideline when determining the maximum bidding ceiling before taxes, transportation, duty, VAT and repair costs are charged.

Question 9

How can I compare the damage of this TRIUMPH Spitfire 1 with the historical data in the archive?

Accepted Answer

In our archive database with over 19 million completed auctions, 50 % of registered cars TRIUMPH Spitfire 1 have registered damage type " Normal Wear ". Comparison with archival photos and pre-repair files helps you identify typical hidden deformations in the body and chassis and avoid overbought cars.

Question 10

What percentage of the TRIUMPH Spitfire 1 cars in the archive are in motion (Run & Drive)?

Accepted Answer

In the insurance archive of CHECK.VIN approximately 78 % of the lots for TRIUMPH Spitfire 1 are entered with the status "Run & Drive". The presence of a running engine, original keys and a document of ownership (Clean Title or Salvage Certificate) are among the main factors determining the final auction price and the complexity of the restoration.

Question 11

How does the interactive damage and impact zone map work?

Accepted Answer

The interactive damage map automatically matches officially recorded insurance damage to anatomical areas of the vehicle body. Each numbered point indicates an impact zone and displays a diagnostic list of components at risk of hidden deformations (cooling system, structural frame rails, suspension geometry, airbags). It serves as an accurate reference when inspecting auction archive photos before bidding.

Question 12

What are the potential hidden damages for "Normal Wear" on this TRIUMPH Spitfire 1?

Accepted Answer

With registered "Normal Wear" damage, critical inspection areas include structural frame rails, cooling system components, suspension geometry, ADAS sensors, and airbag/SRS modules. We recommend carefully reviewing auction archive photos for panel gap alignment and verifying the complete vehicle history with CARFAX.

TRIUMPH SPITFIRE 1500 1978 (VIN: FM73896U0C)

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About the car and basic data ( VIN : FM73896U0C )

Auction No.68732616

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FRONT BUMPER & GRILLE

LEFT SIDE & DRIVER'S DOOR

RIGHT SIDE & PASSENGER DOORS

REAR BUMPER & CORNERS

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