1974 Triumph TR6 Project

Description

The Triumph TR6, produced from 1968 to 1976, marked a departure in design from its predecessors, adopting a sleek and modern silhouette under the direction of Karmann. This aesthetic transformation resonated strongly with automotive enthusiasts worldwide. Beyond its visual appeal, the TR6 introduced significant engineering advancements derived from the TR250/TR5 lineage. These included an aluminum semi-trailing arm independent rear suspension and rack-and-pinion steering, enhancing the car's handling dynamics and precision on the road. The TR6's powertrain featured a smooth inline-six-cylinder engine known for its seamless torque delivery and melodious exhaust note, further elevating the driving experience.  

Highlights 

• Finished in Mallard Blue with a tan vinyl interior  

• Powered by a 2.5-liter inline-six with twin SU carburetors   

• Four-speed manual transmission    

• 15 inch steel wheels with beauty rings shod with Michelin X Radial 205/70 tires  

• Reported by the current owner as a two-owner example, retained by the second owner since 1991 

• The car benefits from restorative work performed by the current owner, which includes:  

  • Overhauling the engine with a New Old Stock (NOS) block from The Roadster Factory, which was built with new pistons, crankshaft, camshaft, flywheel, clutch, springs, valves, sleeves, seals, air hoses, heater hoses, and balancing the rotating assembly  

  • Overhauling carburetors and transmission 

  • Refinishing the paintwork with PPG products after the body was stripped to bare metal by Baker Auto Paint of Mesa, Arizona, along with powder coating the front grill, wipers, ashtray, and battery clamp, and undercoating the car 

  • Overhauling the suspension and shocks 

  • Braking and suspension systems have been overhauled, including the left and right rear hubs, new shocks, uprated springs, ball joints, bushings, rebuilding the brake cylinders and brake booster, and replacing the steering wheel shaft nylon bearings 

  • The interior was reupholstered with parts sourced from The Roadster Factory, which include the seats, seat tracks, transmission tunnel plastic cover, wool carpet kit with thick felt underlayment, walnut dashboard, window channel kits, window regulators, Fat Mat Sound Control sound deadening in the passenger door 

  • A new wiring harness was sourced from The Roadster Factory in addition to taillight and turn signal lenses 

  • All five wheels were checked for trueness and powder coated in silver  

• Please note that while the odometer displays just 3,402 miles at the time of listing, the true mileage is believed to be 103,402 miles 

Features 

• Chrome bumpers with over-riders   

• Chrome exterior bullet-style rear-view mirror  

• Center-fill fueling   

• Bucket seats    

• Adjustable height head rests 

• Three-spoke steering wheel  

• 140 mph speedometer   

• Heater  

• Ashtray  

• Dual sun visors 

• Passenger vanity mirror  

• Locking glove compartment 

• Wood-grain dash facia 

• Manually operated windows  

Known Imperfections 

• Please note that this 1974 Triumph TR6 is offered as a non-running example

• The current owner reports that the car is in need of a new softtop 

• The window regulator and window channels in the driver door are in need of replacement, with the required parts included with the sale of this Triumph 

• A new exhaust system is recommended to be installed 

• The convertible top frame needs to be restored 

• The door panels need to be installed 

• In need of a new battery 

Included 

• A new Trophy stainless steel exhaust system 

• Parts to complete the driver’s door include: 

  • Window regulator 

  • Window channels  

  • Door panel clips 

• Polished stainless wheel trim rings and painted hub covers 

• Convertible top and hardware 

• Owner’s manual 

• Shop manual 

• Electrical manual 

• Receipts 

Ownership History 

The current owner of this 1974 Triumph reports purchasing the car from the original owner and their college roommate in 1991. The car was purchased new at Flint Motors of Phoenix, Arizona, in 1974.