1972 Triumph GT6 Mk III

Description

The Triumph GT6 was conceived as a six-cylinder answer to the Lotus Elan, combining the nimble, open-topped DNA of the Spitfire with a fastback roof, 2.0-liter inline-six, and just enough refinement to make it a genuine grand tourer in miniature. When it arrived in 1966, it turned heads thanks to its Giovanni Michelotti-styled body.

By the time the Mk III arrived for 1970, the GT6 featured independent rear suspension and improved brakes compared to prior iterations.

This 1972 example has had four owners from new according to the seller, who acquired it in December 2022. Over the years, extensive mechanical and cosmetic freshening has reportedly been completed, as detailed below.

This GT6 Mk III is now offered with an owner's handbook, various service and repair manuals, and a clean Illinois title in the seller's name.

Highlights

• 2.0-liter inline-six engine

• 4-speed manual transmission

• Finished in white over black and brown upholstery

• Fastback GT-style hatch

• Extensive servicing and upgrades, as detailed below

Factory Equipment

• 2.0L inline-six engine with twin Zenith-Stromberg carburetors

• 4-speed manual transmission

• Fully independent rear suspension (rotoflex-type, revised for Mk III)

• Front disc brakes, rear drum brakes

• Reclining bucket seats

• Wood-veneer dashboard

• Fastback GT-style hatch

• Chrome bumpers and trim

• Steel wheels

• Full Smiths instrumentation

Modifications

• Repainted under previous ownership

• Stainless steel exhaust with sport mufflers

• Pertronix electronic ignition unit and coil

• Replacement door and side panels — Newton Commercial (UK)

• Replacement carpet — Newton Commercial (UK)

• Floor and wheel wells lined with Dynamat sound deadening

• LED interior lighting

• LED backup and turn signal lamps

Servicing

• According to the seller, the following work has been completed:

  • Engine and Transmission

    • Engine and transmission reportedly rebuilt under prior ownership

    • Replacement clutch master cylinder, hydraulic lines, and slave cylinder

    • Replacement spark plugs and wires

  • Fuel System

    • Carburetors rebuilt by Joe Curto of BritishSuperior.com

    • Replacement fuel pump and fuel lines

    • Fuel tank cleaned and coated; sending unit replaced

  • Cooling System

    • Replacement hoses, water pump, and thermostat

    • Radiator and heater core cleaned and tested

  • Steering & Suspension

    • Replacement steering rack bushings and wheel bearings

  • Brakes

    • Replacement master cylinder, hydraulic lines, and servo switch

    • Replacement front calipers, rotors, and pads

    • Replacement rear wheel cylinders and shoes

  • Exterior

    • Factory wheels bead blasted, powder coated, and fitted with replacement tires

    • Replacement wiper motor, arms, and blades

    • Door window seals replaced

  • Interior

    • Replacement dashboard package trays

    • Replacement door check straps

Known Imperfections

• Images detailing the vehicle's condition are available in the gallery

• Scratch on windshield from wipers

Ownership History

According to the seller, this GT6 has had four other owners since new. The first drove it for approximately two years before selling in 1974. The second owner accumulated most of the mileage over 19 years of ownership before a transmission failure; the car then sat dormant for approximately 14 years before being sold in 1993. The third owner reportedly rebuilt the transmission, overhauled the engine, and repainted the body, driving it for several years before it sat dormant again prior to sale in 2011. The seller acquired this GT6 in December 2022 from the fourth owner after it had been stored for approximately 11 years.

Included Items

• Owner's handbook

• Service manuals