Description
The Triumph Roadster (TR) dynasty which made the success and fame of the marque began in 1950 with the TR1 (also known as 20 TS). This model, rather simple and rustic, gave way two years later to the TR2, this time truly sporty but also economical and enjoyable, which fitted well in the range of British roadsters highly prized in the United States. It was more modern than the MG TD and far less expensive than the Jaguar XK 120 roadster. Claimed to reach 170 km/ h at the start of the 1950s, this was a remarkable performance… It was replaced in 1956 by the TR3 and then the TR3 A, with its front discs. It was in 1961 that the TR4 was unveiled, designed by the Italian coachbuilder Michelotti, equipped with a 2. 2‑litre engine and a fully synchronised gearbox. Another technological innovation rare for the era, the independent rear suspension introduced on the TR4 A. In the mid‑60s, Triumph introduced a new six‑cylinder engine on the TR5 with Lucas mechanical injection. The last true Triumph Roadster was the TR 6, introduced in 1969 and restyled by the German coachbuilder Karmann. It is this model we present to you today. Although a 1974 model, our roadster was delivered new in January 1975 by American dealership BURBANK IMPORTS in California, where it remained until 2018, the date of its importation into France. We possess the original service book, the original manual, and numerous documents attesting to its very good maintenance during its 44 years in the USA under an owner who seems very fond of his car. We have the “registration cards” indicating that this gentleman kept it from 1975 until 2002. It was completely restored in 2018 and today presents itself in a truly sublime condition, allowing it to be the centre of attention during classic car outings. One rediscovers the genuine pleasure of open‑top driving with its lively and smooth six‑cylinder engine. A manual fan control has been added to sufficiently cool the car whenever the situation demands. It is truly the most usable and iconic of the Triumph Roadsters, affordable and to be used as often as possible!
