Model Cars - Triumph - 1:18 - 1960/1969

Triumph is a name that holds significant historical importance in the automotive world, particularly known for its iconic sports cars and motorcycles.

Founded in 1885 in the United Kingdom, Triumph originally began as a bicycle manufacturer but eventually became renowned for producing both motorcycles and cars.

Triumph Motorcycles is perhaps the most famous of the two, especially when it comes to its impact on the motorcycle industry.

The company’s motorcycles were well received for their performance and reliability, and Triumph became particularly known for producing high-performance bikes.

Throughout the early 20th century, Triumph motorcycles were successful in competitive racing events. By the 1970s, Triumph faced significant financial difficulties due to competition from Japanese manufacturers and poor management decisions.

The company was eventually forced to close down its UK manufacturing operations in 1983. However, Triumph motorcycles were revived in 1990 by John Bloor, who bought the company and invested in creating a new generation of motorcycles. The company relaunched with a range of new models, including the Triumph Trident and the Triumph Daytona.

As the 1970s wore on, Triumph struggled with competition from Japanese car manufacturers and declining sales. Additionally, issues with labor strikes and management problems led to the company’s eventual decline.

In 1984, the Triumph Motor Company was sold to the British Leyland group (which also owned MG, Austin, and other brands). Eventually, Triumph’s sports car production was discontinued, and the TR7 was the last of their true sports cars.