From when it replaced the TR5 in 1968 to its demise in 1976, the last of the ‘Big Triumphs’ evolved, becoming beefier and butcher in appearance with each model year – in part a kick back against the stifling challenges of USA emissions legislation that constantly detuned export models.
There are none of those concerns here, though, as this one is a full-fat, original UK-spec RHD car with 125bhp, making it the most desirable of the breed. It’s also one of the last TR6s built – finished in striking Signal Red and impeccably well cared for and maintained.
It’s a case of less is more inside the TR6, with two seats, a dashboard and some fairly rudimentary switchgear, along with a fabulous period Motorola push-button radio, with speakers mounted in the centre console, both of which appear to work to some degree.
The carpets and door trims are in good order, as is the wood-finished dash, while the seats are good quality high-back black leather items. The aftermarket leather-rimmed Mota-Lita steering wheel is also very cool indeed.
The bright Signal Red paint finish really suits the TR6’s squared-off lines and the finish is excellent, with the vendor noticing only the routine stone chips and relatively very minor dents on the bonnet.
The underside appears solid and has been underseal-protected, while it sits smartly on the original-spec deep-dish 5.5J steel sports wheels that were very much a feature of late TR6s.
The black vinyl soft-top is in great order and all of the chrome is pretty much spotless with the vendor only noticing one or two small dents and a slight scuff on one of the corners. It’s not certainly not concours, but it’s in generally very, very good condition throughout.
Well-serviced and maintained by respected specialists
Starts and drives really well
New fuel pump
The 125bhp 2.5 fuel-injected engine fires up well and runs beautifully, holding a steady temperature and good oil pressure.
The transmission is in fine order and engages all gears smoothly, including overdrive, and according to the vendor, the car is great fun and drives without fault.
Recent mechanical work has included a new Bosch fuel pump, PRV, filter & all new pipework, all new brake lines, all new clutch pipework and a new set of Avon tyres in 2017, which have covered very few miles.
The car starts and drives with no obvious faults being evident other than those noted but having said that the vehicle is being sold as needing a good going over before any use as there may be faults which are not noted.
In wonderful condition and finished in a striking rare colour, this is a fabulous example of the TR6 that has additional collector appeal by virtue of being one of the last UK cars made and a genuine, original RHD example rather than a US import. It’s in fabulous order in every respect and is sure to turn heads.
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1975 Triumph TR6
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