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1974 Triumph TR6

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£21,500

  • Mileage100,148
  • TransmissionManual
  • Engine2.5L
  • LocationWorcester

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1974 Triumph TR6

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Introduction

Matt Nolan
Professional Consigner

Looking at the photos of Revington TR working on the car, it looked to be a great project. The car was in pieces until they got their hands on it and have since brought it back to life for the succeeding owners to enjoy.

This is a true British sports car that anyone will love to drive. The beauty of having a car is enjoying it on those weekends off on the back roads, taking your date out for a picnic, or even taking it to a show where you can try and say you have a better Triumph than someone else – good luck with that!

All in all, this is a car that you can enjoy and also know you are investing in a car full of heritage that will appreciate in value in good market conditions. Gary has priced this car very competitively and will be sad to see it go as he has had so many memories in it – we hope you will too.

This auction listing was written from information supplied by Matt after meeting Gary the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.

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'MEET THE OWNER' VIDEO
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Meet the owner

Gary and our consigner Matt were brave in the ‘On the Road’ video as they drove with the top down on a very cold day, with the roof down!

Gary has owned the TR6 for the best part of 8 years now. He was a passionate motorcyclist who unfortunately had a bad accident. His wife was worried about him seriously hurting himself again so they decided to invest in a much safer but still classic way of doing trips, so they bought a beautiful Old English White Triumph.

Since Gary’s wife has passed he has found it harder to drive a beautiful machine that has given him so much sentimental value and memories. He wants someone to take it off him and start making memories for themselves as that’s what driving a classic like this is all about.

Gary talks to us further about himself and the car, odd jobs here-and-there, what he has done with it, the significant history file, and how he was so close to selling his Audi R8 to keep the Triumph – tough choice, both classics in our eyes at the office.

Gary
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EXTERIOR VIDEO
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Exterior

There is a sophisticated muscle style about this car that differentiates itself from other Triumph’s, boasting more masculine features. We are really happy with the overall condition of the exterior – please see the ‘Exterior Review’ video and all the photos we have taken upon our visit.

Wheels and Tyres

The car is fitted with a full set of 205/60/15 tyres that seem to be in excellent condition. On a notoriously rust-risky model we saw the wheel arches still strong and showing no signs of rotting. The wheels were fitted when the restoration took place that maintain the original factory look.

Bodywork

The TR6 adopted a squared-off front and back end compared to her predecessor.

We were really happy with the condition of the bodywork. Upon our visit we deemed this to be in immaculate condition. The TR6’s Kamm-tail styling may look like the Michelotti-styled Triumph saloons but was in fact styled at Karmann, West Germany. The sills are showing no signs of rot or rust – credit goes to Gary and all former keepers after the restoration who have cared for it so well. The Triumph also comes with a hard-top.

Paint

Calmly presented in a fine Old English White, this example will ensure passers-by are left in awe at such an exemplary model TR6. Upon our visit we saw no defects such as bubbling or rust on the paint.

Glass and Trim

Both are in excellent condition across the car.

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INTERIOR VIDEO
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Interior

When you see a restored vehicle for the first time you always want to know what it looked like before. Well, thanks to the extensive history file since its restoration in the eighties we can see how dire the interior looked. Now the new owner is blessed with the knowledge that all they have to do with this car is drive away, get onto those back roads and start enjoying themselves.

Seats and Carpets

Both the seats and carpets are in great condition – the restoration has bought life back into the seats that were probably perishing, leather trim was preferred over the original vinyl.

Dashboard

The dashboard has been finished beautifully. We believe judging from the media file that the dashboard was taken out with a more vintage-looking finish added which compliments the white colour a lot more. Later TR6 models boast revised switches and dials late in 1973.

Steering Wheel / Gear Stick

Both look to be original and still in excellent condition.

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'ON THE ROAD' VIDEO
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Mechanics

We were incredibly impressed with how brave Matt and Gary were with the top down – but the blokiest of blokes will let nothing stand in their way.

Engine and Gearbox

Please watch our ‘On the Road’ video as we review the car starting, driving, and stopping. In the Cold Start section at the start of this video, we experienced an issue with the battery as it has not been used frequently.

The 2.5L flat in-line six-cylinder engine was detuned in the latter years of production to produce 125hp to make it easier to drive – this has also been converted to run on unleaded. A four-speed transmission was also installed that allows overdrive in 3rd and 4th gear. The engine appears to be very clean on our visit and the gear change was smooth on our ride out.

Suspension and Brakes

There were no knocks or rattles on the drive, as well as the car stopping as expected with no unwanted noise coming from these components.

The Drive

The car really drives great. Matt was really happy with the sporty exhaust that was fitted a while back which sounds great. Please watch the ‘On the Road’ video as we see the car cruise through the country roads effortlessly.

Electrics and Other

There are hardly any electrics on the car, however, Gary informs us the basics all work as they should. The car is fitted with a modern stereo but Gary says he hasn’t used it as he loves the sound of the car so much. All gauges performed as expected on our inspection.

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History and Paperwork

The car has an extensive history file which dates back to the restoration of the vehicle in a neatly presented A4-bound file. Completed by Revington TR who still proudly restore these iconic British cars today. The work took place from 1980 to 1981.

Before Gary acquired it 8 years ago, it had only two previous owners from 1997. Please see the images below to review all the paperwork that comes with the car, and review the MOT history below. We can provide you with any details of the test upon request. Gary has assured us that there have been no advisories on the TR6 for the last three MOT’s (Checked and correct).

Gary is looking into the problem with the battery and updates will be added to this listing once confirmed – once this has been remedied, it is ready to drive away. Please feel free to ask.

The car comes with a Certificate of Triumph Heritage that could confirm the matching numbers on both chassis and engine.

Service History
Date Type Mileage
23.08.2018 MOT 99,863
11.03.2017 MOT 99,529
05.03.2016 MOT 99,325
06.03.2015 MOT 98,710
07.03.2014 MOT 98,073
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Key Details
  • ModelTR6
  • TransmissionManual
  • Reg. Date01.03.1975
  • CC2,498
  • Mileage100,148
  • HistoryVery Good
  • ColourOld English White
  • Interior ColourBlack
  • Interior TrimLeather
  • Chassis #CR62020
  • Engine #CR4128HE
  • RestoredYes
  • MOTDue
  • MOT ExemptYes
  • HPi ClearYes - Checking in progress
  • Former Keepers11
  • Tyre TreadGood
  • Tyre Age7 Years
  • LHD or RHDRHD
  • VisitedYes
  • Sale TypePrivate
  • Owned8 Years
  • Key FeatureRestored
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4 Comments
buzzandy
buzzandy
4 years ago

Hi Gary
I’m very interested in the car and looks like it’s been well looked after.
Was a bit worried when I saw the car starting but you seem to have resolved that issue.
Not sure what reserve you have on the car so will see what comes about – let me know
I’m going to Gloucester this weekend so not far to get to you.
Andy

Ashley Burt
Ashley Burt
4 years ago

One other thing, is the car now MOT exempt ? Should qualify on age however exceptions on modifications (engine now unleaded) may have prevented this
Regards

Ashley Burt
Ashley Burt
4 years ago

Hi there, I have viewed your very comprehensive and detailed survey of the vehicle and would say that I am very interested in the car.
I do have some questions before I would make any offer.
I note the car has an auction commencing in c4days time is this the point at which I make bid ? I have also noticed offers invited through the eBay site ?
Please advise route to offer or bid, subject to following questions;
1. The owner mentioned in one of the video clips that a battery issue was to be investigated. Has this been rectified.
2. Another video clip (test drive) the owner mentions that it feels like it was running on 3 cylinders. Has this been investigated and resolved ? What was the problem and what was done ?
3. I noticed in video clips (startup and test drive) that the fuel gauge was showing empty ? I can’t imagine you carrying out test drive on low fuel therefore is the fuel gauge operational ? Please to confirm.
4. Can you confirm the condition of the seats and bolsters I.e plenty of padding and support
5. Does the car have a folding soft top ? And if so what is it’s condition as I couldn’t see any photos

I am in Aberdeen, Scotland so not convenient for me to view in person so would appreciate any other info that can be provided.

Kind regards
Ashley

Gary W
Gary W
Seller
  Ashley Burt
4 years ago

Hi Ashley. I will try to answer your questions as best I can. I believe that an offer can be made at any time via Trade Classics, I’m not sure about Ebay. Re the battery issue, the battery was over 8 years old so will be replaced prior to sale.
The running on 5 cylinders was purely down the the car being started on full choke but not being driven. The plugs have been changed and the car is running well.
Re the fuel gauge, very inbarasing , the tank was empty and actually ran out during the test drive, the gauge is working fine.
Seats are in really good condition in every respect, some time ago they were refurbished in leather, all documented.
The car comes with a soft top which is in great condition, however I have recently noticed a very small split on of the small side windows. It also comes with the original factory hard top, these can no longer be found, again, all documented on the heritage certificate.

Regards

Gary

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