Car SOS star Fuzz Townshend predicts classic British motor could soon soar in value – and says their ‘time is coming’
CAR SOS host Fuzz Townshend claimed one British classic could be making a comeback – and prices will skyrocket.
The motorhead suggested a particular make and model will feature on the next series of his show and said its “time is coming”.
In Fuzz’s expert opinion, car lovers should get their hands on a Triumph TR7.
Made by British manufacturer LeyLand, sales boomed in the 1970s and the iconic model became a legendary sports car right into the 1980s.
It boasts a top speed of 114mph with a 107bhp engine and was nicknamed the “Bullet”.
The popular motor was known for its wedge shape and later became available as a convertible.
Later, the British company upgraded to a V8-engine which led to the Triumph TR8.
The TR7 became an iconic car after being driven by stars in British secret agent TV show The New Avengers in the mid to late 1970s.
Dallas actress Charlene Tilton even swanned about in a silver convertible version on the hit drama.
Fuzz revealed the TR7 is his favourite car on the new season of Car SOS.
He told Express: “Watch out, Triumph TR7’s bag them now because their time is coming.
“A hard top YR7 I think is a good one. In fact, they are so cheap, get a hard top and a soft top.
“They have tartan interiors, Why wouldn’t you have a car with a tartan interior? Listen, just go and get them. Go and get them now.”
A yellow TR7 coupé also featured in the TV series Detectorists which starred famous actor Mackenzie Crook.
The same bright yellow sports car, driven by Toby Jones’ character, Lance, was expected to fetch between £3,500 – £4,500 when it went under the hammer last year.
Meanwhile in 1976, a blue model of the legendary car was driven by main player Adrian in horror sequel Look What’s Happened to Rosemary’s Baby.
The cars were originally made in Speke, Liverpool before moving to Canley in Coventry and finally the Rover Solihull plant in 1980.
This comes as a van used in an iconic Jack Black movie with three guitars and “in same condition from filming” has hit auction.
Classic film lovers can get their hands on the 1987 Dodge Ram B250 that starred alongside the actor in School of Rock.
The car is going under the hammer for just over $5,200 (£4,087).
Meanwhile, an incredibly rare Mercedes, owned by three music legends, also went up for sale.
The star-studded 600 Pullman was bought new by John Lennon in 1970 but has also been owned by his mate George Harrison and The Supremes’ Mary Wilson.
It was previously bagged at auction in 2021 for £145,000.
And, a Formula 1 icon’s personal motor is set to go under the hammer – but motorheads will have to part with a hefty sum to own it.
The 1972 Lotus, set to fetch as much as £60,000, even comes with a bonus gift of a photo of the racing legend stood next to it outside his home
But there are more affordable classic cars on the market if these prices make your eyes water.
A 1983 Ford Capri with “crazy low mileage” went up for sale at an incredible price in a “one-off opportunity” – but you’ll have to act fast.
The iconic red motor has already sparked a frenzied bidding war as keen buyers look to scoop the steal.
Listed at £7,400 on eBay, the 1983 beautiful vintage banger is described as “an ideal easy restoration project”.