1973 Triumph TR6
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Highlights
- Restored by the vendor after purchasing it in 2005
- Upgraded fast road engine, braking system, with stiffer, lowered suspension and adjustable shock absorbers
- Running and driving really well with an MOT valid until January 2024
- Treated to a full body off nut and bolt restoration by the vendor
The Appeal
Many regard the Triumph TR6 as one of the last of the proper British roadsters. Under the bonnet, the tried and tested straight-six formula is once again put into practice and, when this 1973 example was last dyno tested, it recorded an impressive 180 bhp.
The vendor purchased this TR6 in 2005 and set about restoring it with the aim of making it a great driver rather than just a shiny showpiece. It is presented in very good condition inside and out, but is in especially fine fettle mechanically. If you’re looking for a convertible sports car that’s as rewarding to drive as it is to look at, you need look no further than this Triumph TR6.
The History and Paperwork
- Acquired by the vendor in 2005
- Restored during the vendor’s ownership
- Subject to some sympathetic upgrades that can be reversed if the next owner wishes
- Current MOT until January 2024 (although exempt)
- V5C present
- Copy of the factory build record obtained from the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust
- Accompanied by a number of old MOT certificates
- Numerous invoices for parts, restoration work and servicing
- Different instruments were used while the originals were being refurbished so the vendor estimates around 4,000 miles were covered prior to the original being refitted
- Dry stored when not in use and driven very sparingly
- The invoices total in excess of £15,000 for parts during the restoration
The Interior
- Exhibits some gentle wear from light use over the past few years
- The reupholstered seats look really good finished in leather and they have weathered in nicely
- Interior trim cards and cappings replaced.
- No excessive wear or any damage to be seen
- The veneer on the dashboard presents very well
- All of the instruments are present and legible
- Original speedometer and rev counter restored and recalibrated in 2016
- Attractive and very tactile Moto-Lita steering wheel
- The carpeting is in good shape and is protected by ‘Triumph’ embroidered overmats
- This is a very smart interior that is comfortable to be in and feels well put together
The Exterior
- Styling by Karmann, making it look quite different to previous Michelotti designed Triumphs
- Body on frame construction
- The vendor informs us that the body was removed from the chassis during the restoration
- Repairs to the chassis were carried out where necessary and the differential mounts were strengthened
- A number of new panels were used to restore the bodywork which was taken back to bare metal before being resprayed
- Undersealed to protect the car from corrosion
- Now features a Mohair hood complete with cover which operates smoothly and is in great condition
- Pirelli 6000 195/65 RIS tyres (incuding spare) which reportedly display only moderate wear and the spare does not look to have ever been used
- The paintwork presents very well overall with a few small scratches and chips from use
- The bodywork look to be very straight and the panels fit well
- We’re informed that the underside was commended by the last MOT tester for being so clean and in such good condition
- The chassis appears in really good shape and we couldn’t see any corrosion
The Mechanics
- The vendor points out that all the modifications can be easily reversed if the next owner wishes
- 2.5-litre straight-six with a manual gearbox and overdrive
- The TR6 pulls strongly in all gears and, although overdrive can be a little slow to engage when cold, it works well when warm
- The vendor has not noted any faults when driving the car
- A new battery was fitted before the last MOT in January 2023
- The advisories from the current MOT test will be rectified before sale
- The rolling chassis was rebuilt with poly bushes, lower stiffened springs and adjustable Spax shock absorbers
- Now fitted with cross drilled front discs, four-pot callipers and Kevlar brake pads
- Upgraded Alfin drum brakes at the back and the brake cylinders were replaced
- The engine was rebored and rebuilt to run on unleaded petrol
- The crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, flywheel and clutch cover were balanced
- Ported and polished head with roller rockers fitted
- New pistons, Kent fast road camshaft with vernier cam gear and lightened cam followers
- Stainless steel extractor manifold and exhaust system
- K&N air filters
- Kenlowe electric fan to provide extra cooling along with an aluminium radiator
- Updated canister-style oil filter
- The mechanicals were set up by Enginuity based in Acton back in 2008, recording 180 bhp on their rolling road
- The vendor reports that it has always been really reliable
Summary
We love how so much time and effort has gone into making this TR6 a great driver’s example. If you really like using your cars, this would be a great example to consider.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1973
- Make Triumph
- Model TR6
- Colour Blue
- Odometer 82,121 Miles
- Engine size 2498
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Shepton Mallet
- Location Somerset
- Country United Kingdom
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bids
- Ti•••• £24,750 09/02/23
- mg•••• £24,500 09/02/23
- Ti•••• £24,250 09/02/23
- mg•••• £24,000 09/02/23
- Ti•••• £23,750 09/02/23
- mg•••• £23,500 09/02/23
- Ti•••• £23,250 09/02/23
- mg•••• £23,000 09/02/23
- Ti•••• £22,750 09/02/23
- Ch•••• £22,500 09/02/23
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