1972 Triumph TR6

In the seller’s private collection since 2013, this Pimento Red Triumph TR6 is fitted with chrome wire wheels plus the factory options of a hardtop and an overdrive.

Comprehensively restored some years ago and being offered with a long MoT, the owner has added some sensible upgrades to help it better meet the rigours of 21st century roads and traffic.

And it is only being offered for sale because the owner has lost his storage space and simply cannot bring himself to consign it to a life outdoors under a tarpaulin.
 

Sparkling and gleaming in the sun, this example reminds us what a beautiful motorcar the TR6 is; it’s sometimes easy to overlook them, familiarity blunting their aesthetic but a good one is a thing of beauty and this one’s overall condition, alongside the chrome wire wheels and factory hardtop, set it apart from the herd.

The deep-dish, centre-lock chrome wire wheels are also in a very good condition with no rust and damage. Just as importantly, their design gives the TR6 a perfect stance while providing passers-by with the opportunity to admire the uprated and ventilated front brake discs and gleaming red callipers.

They’re fitted with a matching set of Firestone Firehawk tyres too, including the matching spare wire wheel in the boot.

We will never get tired of telling you that experience shows that matching high-quality tyres are an infallible sign of a caring and mechanically sympathetic owner who is prepared to spend the appropriate amount in maintaining their car properly.

The hardtop is in great shape and boasts a wonderful period ‘Parkgate Garages Ltd’ sticker in the window.

The folding black fabric roof is creased from being folded away for long periods, and a bit grubby. There is also a small tear of approximately 15 mm, however, this should be repairable.

The TR6 features a useful boot-mounted luggage rack plus chrome stonechip protectors to the rear wings, a badge bar, and a quartet of auxiliary driving lamps.

As for work to do, there is some corrosion on the offside front wing near the headlamp, plus an area of paint damage to the bonnet and nearside door.

However, the seller tells us that the rust hasn’t got any worse in the eleven years he’s owned it, so resolving it may not be as urgent as you think.

There is also some tarnishing, light scratches and pitting to some of the chromework, most notably the front bumper.

This is also relatively minor. Another job for Future You perhaps, and no more urgent than that.
 

The black interior is a real treat. Presented in a very good condition, the first thing you notice are the seats. Leather-faced and low-backed, they’re plump and firm and supple and in need of nothing other than the odd wipe over with some leather food to maintain them.

The next thing to catch your eye will probably be the wood-rimmed Moto Lita steering wheel. Glorious in both scale and condition, it complements the wooden dashboard very well – and the six instruments that are set within the dashboard are in a good condition, as are the controls and switches.

That said, the wooden finish could be further improved if you are of a fastidious nature but most of us would be happy to leave it as it is, safe in the knowledge that being caught in the odd downpour won’t harm it.

The door cards are excellent, as are the carpets. Lifting the latter shows only solid metal underneath.

A modern Pioneer headunit has been fitted.
 

The most recent modifications include a stainless steel exhaust system including a sports manifold, uprated telescopic Spax dampers, and upgraded front brake discs and braided front brake hoses, all of which help the TR6 cope with modern traffic much better than the standard components ever could.

The owner tells us that he has also carried out a recent rear brake overhaul, replacing the brake shoes and wheel cylinders with new parts.

The seller tells us that it “drives really well” and “revs well with no misfiring.” He also reports that the overdrive works on the top three gears as it should.

The engine bay is nicely presented without being overly fussy, which makes it very usable while providing a couple of hours of entertainment if detailing is your thing.
 

Despite not needing one, the TR6’s MoT certificate is valid until May 2025.

And while it does have a few advisories – worn suspension bushes, damaged seatbelts, and a couple of “not excessive” oil leaks – the seller was keen to get a ticket on it to give prospective bidders an independent, third-party assessment of its condition.

We like honesty like that.

The recent Vehicle History Check is clear, and the history folder contains invoices dating back to the mid-eighties, MoT certificates from 1975 onwards, tax discs from the eighties, and photos of its restoration in 1986.

The MoT certificates are, we are told, a near complete run that support the car’s odometer reading of 68,000 miles.
 

We usually avoid clichés like the plague but if you’re looking for a hairy-chested British sportscar then this TR6 is right up your street.

With an estimate of between £20,000 and £25,000, ‘EHP 77K’ is a cracking example of a 1970s classic sportscar – and when you factor in its likely resale value, it might end up being a very affordable car over its lifetime.

And, because the seller isn’t a greedy man, the reserve is even lower than that.

Much lower, in fact…

Viewing is always encouraged, and this particular car is located with the vendor in Worcester. To arrange an appointment to view this vehicle please use the Contact Seller button at the top of the listing. Feel free to ask any questions or make observations in the comments section below, or try our ‘Frequently Asked Questions’.