1972 Triumph GT6 MkIII

Registration No: LGC 709K
Chassis No: KE123240
MOT: Exempt

• Extensive history file including invoices, MOTs, current V5C document and BMIHT Certificate
• Offered from ten-year ownership
• Subject to recent interior re-trim
• Older restoration which was carried out by Sportscar Supplies

Following the success of the Spitfire roadster, Triumph decided to produce a closed, GT (grand touring) version. In order to counter the weight penalty incurred by Michelotti's handsome fastback design they fitted the straight-six 1998cc Vitesse engine (hence the bonnet bulge) and so begat the GT6. Introduced in 1966, this elegant car's reputation suffered due to the potentially wayward nature of its swing axle rear suspension design. This problem was rectified with the introduction of the MkII. By using reversed lower wishbones and double-jointed driveshafts with a transverse leaf spring acting as the top link possible camber change was reduced from 21 degrees to 7. However, the damage was done and the GT6 never enjoyed the sales that it deserved. With 104bhp being developed at 5,300rpm, performance was strong. Acceleration through the four speed gearbox reputedly yielded 0-60mph in ten seconds and a 112mph top speed. Rack and pinion steering combined with independent coil and wishbone front suspension aided turn-in while braking was by discs at the front and drums at the rear. Launched in 1970, the MkIII featured a Kamm tail, new windscreen and more modern wheels. Last of the line, it was phased out in 1973.

Accompanied by a history file dating back to 1990, ‘LGC 709K’ underwent a thorough engine overhaul that year (some 22,000 miles ago). Entering the current ownership in 2015 following an inspection by Jigsaw Racing, the Triumph has since been substantially improved. The interior has been refurbished using a ‘Park Lane’ kit and Newton Commercial carpets, the bumpers triple chromed and the underside stripped back to bare metal before being painted body colour and clear wax coated. Sound deadening has been installed together with additional LED courtesy lights and a discrete USB/12-volt socket for modern ancillaries. The straight-six has benefited from a new steel engine sealing block, timing chain / sprockets, core plugs, Iain Gittings-fettled inlet manifold, electronic ignition, replacement alternator, re-cored radiator, rejuvenated carburettors and K&N air filters etc. The fuel pump / lines have been replaced and the petrol tank lined. The driveshafts have been converted from ‘doughnut’ to CV joint, the brake lines redone and the suspension gone through (new road springs, polybushes, AVO shock absorbers). The wheel bearings have been renewed, the wheels refurbished and the tyres replaced. Only coming to market because the seller feels he is not using it enough, this beloved GT6 is accompanied by a Heritage Certificate, owner’s handbook, Haynes manual and V5C Registration Document plus the aforementioned history file.

For more information, please contact:
Luke Hipkiss
luke.hipkiss@handh.co.uk
07886398226