Highlights
- Very tidy and well-presented enthusiast-owned TR6
- Attractive Old English White with two-tone leather
- Fascinating history with time spent in New Orleans, Monte Carlo and the Netherlands
- Current ownership since 2012, dry stored throughout
- Extensive recent work, including new Mohair roof, carpets, brakes, battery and tyres
The Appeal
The TR6 is one of classic motoring’s perennials and with good reason: crisp Karmann lines, grunty 2.5L straight six and the sort of analogue, engaging driving experience that otherwise seems lost to the mists of time.
This 1973 USA-spec LHD TR6 is an extremely tidy example that has been enthusiast-owned by the current keeper since 2013. It is a genuinely lovely example, finished in classic, factory-correct Old English White with a two-tone leather interior that closely follows the original light blue factory spec. It is a well-travelled car that began its life in New Orleans before arriving in Monte Carlo, where we’re told it was used as an advertising vehicle, and then to the Netherlands from where it arrived in the UK in 1990.
The car retains its USA spec twin SU carburettor set up, which many consider more reliable than the European injection arrangement, and benefits from a long list of recent work. We’ve detailed that below, but highlights include a new Mohair roof, carpets, brake overhaul and replacement Hankook tyres. It was fitted with a new battery just prior to sale.
We think that even TR6 aficionados will be impressed by the photos. Key points to note are the even door fit and gaps, and the quality of the underside. This pretty TR6 looks ready to enjoy, perhaps for a summer European road trip.
The vendor says:
“General condition of the vehicle is exceptional considering its age, over 50. Hasn’t done many miles (<4000) in the last 14 years and has always been reliable. No obvious signs of rust or body damage, including underneath, is in very good condition. Many items renewed, e.g. Stainless exhaust, tyres, roof, etc., and since the latest ownership has been dry stored (since 2012). All instruments and switches operate together with the new radio/CD unit.
“Engine starts, runs well and under the bonnet is clean and tidy. Most recently, new carburettor air filter units were fitted together with some stainless-steel fixtures. New coil, plugs and leads fitted. Great example of a Triumph sports car suitable for a TR6 enthusiast.”
History and Paperwork
- Originally manufactured in October 1972
- First registered in New Orleans in April 1973
- Imported to the UK in October 1990
- Heritage certificate obtained in 1998
- Used as an advertising vehicle in Monte Carlo
- Purchased in 2012 by the current keeper for use in the Netherlands
- Registered in the Netherlands in 2013 with an RDW certificate
- Registered with TR Club Holland
- Returned to the UK and registered in 2014, we are told
- DVLA records first UK registration in 1990 and registered in 2014
- Current ownership since September 2013
- Two large folders of history, as shown
- Last MOT expired February 2023 with no advisories
- MOT exempt as a historic vehicle
- VIN: CF1537U
- British Leyland Passport to Service
- Original sales invoice as shown
- BMIHT Heritage Certificate as shown
- One of two Triumphs for sale by the vendor - TR6 and Stag
Recent work as advised by the seller:
- Many service invoices keep vehicles in good condition, including:
- New mohair roof
- New carpets (blue)
- New car radio
- Kevlar Brake pads
- Stainless Steel braided brake pipes
- New tyres x 4
- New battery (fitted January 2026)
The Condition
- Factory correct Old English White paintwork in very good condition
- Bodywork presents well with even panel gaps around the doors
- Bright chromework including bumpers, luggage rack and trim
- Factory deep-dish steel wheels with chrome embellishers
- Recently fitted Hankook tyres
- Spare red banded wheel in good order with steel rim
- Underside as shown
- Recently fitted black Mohair hood in very good condition
- Two-tone grey and light blue leather interior with headrest seats
- Interior closely matches the original blue factory interior
- Light blue carpets in good condition colour-matched to seats
- Interior fittings in very good order, including blue door cards and dash veneers
- All instruments and switches reported to operate correctly
- New Bluetooth radio/CD unit fitted
The Mechanics
- 2.5-litre (2,498cc) straight six engine
- Twin SU carburettors
- Four-speed manual gearbox with overdrive
- Engine reported to start and run well
- Under the bonnet, described as clean and tidy
Recent work advised by the seller:
- New carburettor air filter units
- Stainless-steel fixtures
- New coil, plugs and leads
- Kevlar brake pads
- Stainless steel braided brake pipes
- Four new tyres
- Stainless exhaust
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