1976 Triumph TR6

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The 1976 Triumph TR6 marked the final year of production for one of Britain’s most iconic sports cars. Introduced in 1968 by Triumph Motor Company, the TR6 was designed to appeal to the American market. It featured a robust 2.5-liter inline-six engine and a classic, muscular roadster profile. Its bodywork, styled by German firm Karmann, retained the traditional British sports car aesthetic while modernizing the front and rear ends. 

By 1976, the TR6 had undergone several refinements, including improved suspension and interior updates, but retained its core mechanical identity. The U.S. version featured dual Stromberg carburetors and produced around 104 horsepower. The car was praised for its torquey engine, responsive handling, and straightforward maintenance. Over 94,000 units were produced, with the vast majority exported to North America.  

This low-mileage 1976 Triumph TR6, which was repainted red by a previous owner, is powered by a 2.5-liter inline-six engine that has been upgraded with Weber carburetors. Other enhancements and maintenance refreshes include a two-tone horn, LED taillights and signal lights, AM/FM/CD stereo, and new master cylinder and brake kit, alternator, and timing chain. The car shows 46,400, which the seller believes is original. 

Highlights 

• Refinished by previous owner in red paint 

• Black convertible top 

• Black vinyl upholstery and interior 

• Powered by a 2.5-liter inline-six with dual carburetors rated at 104 hp 

• Four-speed manual transmission with wood TR6 shift knob  

• Upgrades include: 

  • Dual Weber carburetors 

  • Two-tone horn 

  • LED taillights and signal lights 

  • Denon AM/FM/CD stereo 

• The chassis number (CF51738U) decodes as: 

  • C – 2.5-liter inline-six with dual carbs 

  • F – TR6 

  • 51738 – Serial number 

  • U – U.S. market 

• The data plate decodes as: 

  • Paint: 126 – Russet Brown (now red, but the seller believes the car was previously French Blue based on some paint showing through) 

  • Trim: 11 – Black vinyl (“leathercloth”) 

  • Date – December 1975 build 

Features 

• Maintenance within the last 5,000 miles includes new: 

  • Master cylinder and brake kit 

  • Alternator  

  • Timing chain 

  • Battery 

  • Side rearview mirrors  

  • Dash 

  • Boot cover 

  • Floor mats 

• Fog lights 

• Quad exhaust pipes 

• Rear-mounted luggage rack 

• 140 mph speedometer and 7,000 rpm tachometer 

• Eight-spoke alloy wheels 

• Pirelli P4000 205/70ZR15 tires 

Known Imperfections 

• Paint is bubbling in a few spots, most notably on the driver’s side rear fender 

• Hole on driver’s side rocker panel (as shown in photo gallery)

• Paint imperfections and some rust on underside below rear bumper

• Convertible top has half-inch hole/tear

• Driver's seat vinyl upholstery has a heat mark

Included 

• Spare tire 

• Convertible boot cover 

• Triumph TR6 handbook/owner’s manual 

• Two storage covers 

Ownership History 

The Missouri seller of this 1976 Triumph TR6 has owned it since August 2016. The seller says, “This is a low mileage car and loved by its current owner for 10 years.”