1981 Triumph TR7 | Sheffield, South Yorkshire

A 1981 Triumph TR7, the wedge-shaped British sports car that broke away from Triumph's traditional roadster look. It is known for its low, sharp profile, pop-up headlights and a crease that runs the length of each flank. Purdey drove a yellow one in The New Avengers, which links the model firmly to 1970s television. This car is finished in Gold with a beige interior, a warm pairing that sits softly on camera. It seats two, and its 2.0-litre engine sits under a long, low bonnet. The wedge body holds a strong line from every angle, and the pop-up headlights give close-up work a distinctive detail. The sharp 1970s outline suits period television and film, photography and advertising, because the shape alone sets the decade. Its low stance and gold paintwork also work for fashion and editorial shoots and music videos. Weddings and personal hires get a car with real character. It is based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire.