Triumphrat

dazco · 05-21-2009, 03:42 PM

Good news. I just talked to a rep today and the rumor about Tbirds being Thaiumphs is not true. For now at least. But he said that in time probably ALL models with be made in Thailand. I don't mean to insinuate that a Thai Tbird wouldn't have a home in my garage. But it is somewhat satisfying to know my Triumph was not only designed in GB, but made and assembled there as well. Not a necessity, but comforting none the less being a lover of the triumph name and history. I know some are not nearly as lenient tho, so i thought i'd post this.

OKCTriple · 05-21-2009, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by dazco

Good news. I just talked to a rep today and the rumor about Tbirds being Thaiumphs is not true. For now at least. But he said that in time probably ALL models with be made in Thailand. I don't mean to insinuate that a Thai Tbird wouldn't have a home in my garage. But it is somewhat satisfying to know my Triumph was not only designed in GB, but made and assembled there as well. Not a necessity, but comforting none the less being a lover of the triumph name and history. I know some are not nearly as lenient tho, so i thought i'd post this.

Actually the Brits hired an American "Tim Prentice" for the design, he also designed the Rocket III Touring and the Honda Rune and the VTX. But yes, it is all British and well exacuted.