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Triumph TR3

1955–1962

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  • Lowest price

    US$11,000

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$25,000

    Since 2020 · n=13

  • Highest price

    US$82,500

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    13

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 13 lots

Triumph TR3

Based on 13 verified auction results

SELLDepreciatinghigh confidence

US$24,250

Market value · recent verified sales

-10.9%

12-month change

Wait or Sell

Prices declining. Sellers should consider acting; buyers should wait.

Median sold price down 10.9% over the last 12 months. Loss is likely to continue, especially for this segment.

MSRP

Collectibility

5/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$24,250

+0%

5-Year Forecast

US$24,250

+0%

Market scores

45

Desirability

Moderate

55

Liquidity

Poor

10

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Right-hand drive

    +US$1,995+8%

    6 with · 7 without · med confidence

  • Built ≤ 1959

    US$1,527-6%

    13 with · 8 without · high confidence

Premiums compare the median price of sales with each option against comparable sales without it, mined from verified auction listings. Sales are pooled across markets on a relative-price basis, so exchange rates and market levels can't skew the split. Options interact in ways a one-at-a-time split can’t capture — treat each premium as directional rather than gospel.

Marque analyst note

The Triumph TR3 sits at a median asking price of US$24,250 in the current market, down 10.9% over the past twelve months. This downward pressure carries a SELL signal, indicating that recent momentum favors sellers willing to price competitively rather than buyers in search of appreciation.

Transaction activity remains thin, with just ten sales tracked over the past year from a broader dataset of thirteen total sales. This moderate liquidity suggests that while examples do trade, buyers and sellers should expect extended holding periods and limited negotiating room when matching is difficult.

The typical TR3 appearing in transactions carries roughly 52,450 miles, reflecting the class profile of a stable modern classic—cars that are genuinely used rather than garage-kept investments. As a post-war British lightweight sports car, the model commands collectible status based on its historical significance and driving character, though production volume data is unavailable for this analysis.

Median pricing is projected to remain flat through both the three- and five-year outlook, holding at US$24,250 with no expected movement in either direction. The absence of upward trajectory suggests that while the TR3 maintains its collector standing, current valuations are not supported by strong acquisition demand or scarcity-driven dynamics that typically drive appreciation in this segment.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$24,250
  • Annual appr. rate-10.9%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked26
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared26 (100.0%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)US$600
  • MaintenanceUS$1,210
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • DepreciationUS$1,470
  • Total annual costUS$6,500

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months12
  • Sell-Through92%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$29,327
  • Avg Mileage at Sale52,450 mi
  • Recent Price RangeUS$11,000 – US$82,500
  • Total Sales Tracked13

Recent sales

Showing latest 13
  • US$18,500

    Bring a Trailer · 19 Jul 2026

  • US$29,500

    Bring a Trailer · 14 Jul 2026

  • US$23,000

    Bring a Trailer · 10 Jul 2026

  • US$23,500

    Bring a Trailer · 9 Jul 2026

  • US$15,500

    Bring a Trailer · 13 May 2026

  • US$41,500

    Bring a Trailer · 9 May 2026

  • US$11,000

    Bring a Trailer · 6 May 2026

  • US$25,750

    Bring a Trailer · 5 May 2026

  • US$32,000

    cars-and-bids · 28 Apr 2026

  • US$21,000

    Bring a Trailer · 27 Apr 2026

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.