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Triumph TR3

1955–1962

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  • Lowest price

    US$11,000

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$25,375

    Since 2020 · n=14

  • Highest price

    US$82,500

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    14

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 14 lots

Triumph TR3

Based on 14 verified auction results

BUYBottomed Outhigh confidence

US$24,250

Market value · recent verified sales

-4.5%

12-month change

Strong Buy

Trend favours buyers right now. Move while supply is loose.

Price has settled around current levels after a decline (12-mo change -4.5%). Often a buy window before recovery.

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

Moderate

40

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Built ≤ 1959

    US$2,095-8%

    13 with · 9 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 has settled at a median of $24,250 in the US market, down 4.5 percent over the past year, but pricing appears to have stabilized after recent weakness. The "bottomed out" signal across our tracked transactions suggests the downward pressure has exhausted itself, positioning the market near a floor.

Our dataset captures 10 sales over the last twelve months from a total pool of 14 transactions, indicating moderate liquidity typical of this segment. While transaction frequency is modest, the consistent flow of sales demonstrates steady collector interest and reasonable market depth for patient buyers and sellers.

The typical TR3 transacting in today's market carries approximately 52,450 miles, reflecting the age-appropriate wear pattern expected of a 1950s–early 1960s roadster in active ownership. Mileage at this level generally aligns with well-maintained examples and does not present a significant variance issue in valuation.

As a stable modern classic with a collectibility score of 5, the TR3 occupies a recognized but not scarce position in the British sports car hierarchy. Desirability remains moderate, supported by the model's historical significance and continued following among enthusiasts, though production volumes and rarity have not driven outsized appreciation pressure.

Base projections hold the median flat through both the 3-year and 5-year horizons at $24,250, reflecting an expectation of price stability rather than growth in the near term. This outlook assumes no major market dislocations and implies that current pricing represents fair value relative to fundamentals in the segment.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$24,250
  • Annual appr. rate-4.5%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked27
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared27 (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 Months13
  • Sell-Through93%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$29,179
  • Avg Mileage at Sale52,450 mi
  • Recent Price RangeUS$11,000 – US$82,500
  • Total Sales Tracked14

Recent sales

Showing latest 14
  • US$27,250

    Bring a Trailer · 16 Aug 2026

  • 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

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