This full colour compact guide covers each model of car and light commercial vehicle produced and sold under the Standard and Triumph marques between 1945 and 1984, illustrated and described with comprehensive technical detail.
Two marques: one history
In 1945, Sir John Black, then Chairman of the Standard Motor Company, brought together two established pedigrees to form Standard-Triumph International.
Black's inspired use of the Triumph brand, first on a conventionally designed saloon, and then on a world-beating range of sports cars that immediately gained success in competition, created strong consumer demand for the brand among enthusiastic motorists who appreciated its style and engineering. The Standard name was eventually discontinued, and all subsequent models were sold as Triumphs.
Always a marque with style and panache, Triumph and Standard cars are now much loved, and much sought-after classics.
Extensively illustrated
Our A Pictorial History series books provide a unique and detailed insight into the range of models 19th and 20th century car makers created. Triumph & Standard Cars features 244 original photographs, many specially taken at car events, owner's club meetings, and rallies across the UK, revealing the breadth and scope of Triumph and Standard's manufacturing efforts from 1945 to 1984.
Detailed and comprehensive
As well as hundreds of photos, this guide also contains detailed descriptions of every model of car and light commercial vehicle produced by Triumph and Standard from 1945, to the end of production. With brief model histories and rich technical specifications, this is a truly comprehensive guide, and the perfect pocket-sized reference to Triumph and Standard cars of the era.
A complete catalogue and more
Triumph & Standard Cars is a complete catalogue, packed with details and illustrations that make this the perfect authenticity and identification guide, no matter whether your an armchair aficionado, an expert in restoration and rescue, or a model maker looking for accuracy. From the first Triumph cars, from the Standard Eight of 1945, to the Triumph Acclaim that spanned 1981-1984. You'll also find details of light commercial vehicles, making for a truly complete guide.
An expert guide by an expert guide
Coming from a family with deep roots in every area of the motor industry, Kevin Warrington is ideally placed to detail the model histories of Triumph and Standard cars. He has edited specialist club magazines, contributed to classic car publications, and written a number of books on Triumph, as well as commercial vehicle manufacturer Guy Motors.
The cars and light commercials
Covering all Triumph and Standard cars and light commercial vehicles produced during the period 1945 to 1984, this guide includes the following vehicles: Vanguard, Renown, Mayflower, TR, Spitfire, Herald, Vittesse, 2000, 2500, 1300, 1500, Toledo, Dolomite, and Acclaim.
A photographic history of all Triumph cars from 1945 to 1984
Brief histories of each model
Each model's technical details
Every model illustrated and described
Contains many new and previously unpublished images
