Lot details Registration No: BWP639M Chassis No: 23950VO Mot Expiry: April 2007
Introduced in 1968 as a replacement for the outgoing TR250 / TR5 PI models, the Triumph TR6 proved a strong seller on both sides of the Atlantic. Crisply styled, its smooth flowing lines and Kamm tail hid a rigid cruciform braced chassis equipped with all-round independent coil-sprung suspension, disc / drum brakes and rack and pinion steering. Powered by a refined 2498cc OHV straight-six engine allied to four-speed plus overdrive manual transmission, it was deceptively fast with contemporary road testers recording 0-60mph in 8.2 seconds and a 121mph top speed. Writing in 1969, Autocar magazine went as far as to comment that "Even if the Austin-Healey 3000 had not been dropped, the TR6 would have taken over as the he-man's sports car in its own right".
Finished in Mimosa Yellow with black leather upholstery, this particular example is variously described by the vendor as being in "all good" (engine, manual gearbox, electrical equipment, interior trim, bodywork, paintwork, wheels / tyres) or "excellent" (chassis) condition. Reportedly "converted to RHD and restored" following its importation from California in 1990, the Triumph is said to have a "lovely straight unwelded chassis and excellent original panel fit". Fitted with "triple Dellorto carburettors, K&N filters and a stainless steel exhaust", it is also reputed to benefit from "upgraded suspension". Boasting "reclining leather seats", its "retrimmed interior" is protected by an "original quality hood". Stated to have been "regularly used and maintained" since being sold by Barnsbury Classics, London for circa £10,000 in 1997, it is offered for sale with history file ("extensive receipts, old MOTs, service records") and MOT certificate valid until April 2007.
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