Corgi VA11503 Triumph TR4 – Southend-On-Sea Constabulary

British Police Forces used sports cars extensively until the late sixties because they really were faster on most journeys from A to B than saloons. However, as four-seater saloon cars such as the Mini Cooper, Lotus Cortina and Escort Mexico proved themselves to be as fast, but much more practical, the use of convertible sports cars greatly reduced. Many forces used MGs, but Southend-on-Sea Constabulary favoured Triumph TRs for their traffic police. Fitted with steel wheels and various lights and accessories, the TR4 modelled has just been restored to its original police specification by an enthusiast Vital statistics: Engine capacity: 2138cc Power: 100bhp@4600rpm Maximum speed: 109mph 0-60 mph: 10.9secs