1975 Triumph TR6

“I’ve known the car for in excess of 25 years,” explains vendor, Steve Stanley. “I purchased it from a close friend’s collection, following his passing, to compliment my own. In the mid-Nineties he carried out a full nut-and-bolt, body-off restoration, which included a full engine rebuild. Photographic evidence of this is provided with the car.

“He aimed to produce a ‘show standard’ vehicle with the only deviation from its original specification being the fitting of a Bosch fuel pump, to replace the troublesome Lucas item; this is, I believe, a common TR6 modification. He certainly succeeded in his ambition, as he did with other vehicles he restored to a similar standard, and I was lucky enough to then take on its custodianship”. 

Having known, and then owned, the car since the restoration Steve is able to confirm that it has always been garaged. “In my view, it still presents in excellent condition body-wise, as well as under the bonnet and on the underside. The interior, whilst in good condition, will require the driver and passenger seat bolster foam replacing”. The soft top has a split in the near side rear quarter light which is shown in the photography.

Having been guardian of the car for a number of years now, he has decided that it is now time to sell. “I haven’t used it to its full potential, so it’s now time for a new owner to do so. If you are looking for an outstanding TR6 then I strongly recommend you take the time to arrange to view the car to appreciate its condition; it’s also worth looking at the underside, which shows the chassis to be lovely and square, as it remains pretty much immaculate”.

Stunning. 

That can be applied to the panel work, the paintwork, the quality and depth of colour on all black items including those made of rubber, and the brightwork. 

The photographs in our gallery show the TR6 simply gleaming against its autumnal backdrop. However, I’d suggest you also watch the video to get the full visual ‘woof’ effect; the paint finish is simply majestic. 

“It’s only covered around 300 miles since restoration, so that’s why it still looks just as it did on its completion. It hasn’t sat though; I start it regularly stated and drive it short distances to ensure everything mechanical is kept moving”.

Visually, it’s a feast. You get gleaming Pimento Red paintwork and wonderfully contrasting matt Black details – a colour combination made in heaven – aided and abetted by gleaming chrome bumpers and evocative wire wheels. 

It comes with a colour-coded hardtop, too!

We started this section with the word and we’ll finish with the same one…

Stunning.

Factory perfect? 

Well, if not, then it’s pretty damn close. 

Yes, Steve says the seat bolsters could do with a bit of re… eh, bolstering! That should be a relatively easy job for any good trim shop. 

The rest is in exceptional condition; still as-new carpets, wood veneer, seat coverings, door cars, etc. The restoration team, as elsewhere, certainly went to town in here.

The soft top still presents as new, as does the cover for use when stowed; the hardtop headlining is excellent, while the boot, trimmed in matching carpet, is exceptional. 

Lifting it reveals a matching spare wire wheel and lifting that exposes perfect body-coloured metal.

“As I said earlier, the TR6 forms a part of my collection. All of the cars are show cars, which means that I don’t necessarily drive them as the manufacturers intended. I am however lucky enough to live in house on a private estate that has a considerable amount of tarmac on it, so on sunny days my cars get started and taken for short drives to ensure that they remain in good fettle – before being put back in the garage”.

Steve says that whilst the TR6 functions perfectly, he can’t guarantee that you won’t need to have a tinker with it. However, what he can assure potential bidders is that it is one of the best examples of the model. 

Our video demonstrates that the straight-six engine turns over first time, settles into a smooth tick-over and sounds bloomin’ glorious when you blip the throttle.

The underside is finished in the same Pimento Red body colour – no lashings of black underseal here, after all this is a show car. 

The most important document in this TR6’s history file is the photographic folder documenting every aspect of the car’s near concours restoration. It is comprehensive and includes pictures of everything, from the chassis rebuild to the body re-spray, cabin re-trim and mechanical rebuild. 

We will next point out the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust certificate. This is dated 11th April 1995.

The registration mark KFR 922N, dated to 1st May 1975, was issued in Preston. This car was a Company (Lease) car for a B.L. Manager (M.C.P. = Management Car Plan)

Also included are the car’s V5c document, some expired MOT test certificates and a recent online history check, which shows no outstanding finance or other issues with the vehicle.

Please visit the documents section of the gallery of this listing where you will find photos of the paperwork to support our claim that this has been restored and then maintained to an exemplary standard.

Remember the Irish comedian who used to say, “it’s a cracker”? 

Well scratch the accent, but repeat after us: “it’s a cracker!” Because this is one superb example of a 1975 Triumph TR6 PI. 

“Sometimes cars like this come up for sale with an incredibly high asking price,” says Steve. “I’m not trying to make a huge amount for it, and I think I’ve priced it fairly. The next owner be getting a wonderfully restored car that can be kept and used in the same manner that I have, or one that is ready to be driven regularly and enjoyed”.

The estimated value range of between £20,000 and £25,000 confirms what exactly what he said above. Heck, even if the price goes above that then the next owner will be getting a steal; certainly in comparison to what it would cost to achieve the same standard in the present day. 

This is no dressed up, driven hard Triumph TR6 – it’s a show car.

Perfect.

Viewing is always encouraged, and this car is located at the vendors home in Worcester, United Kingdom; to arrange an appointment 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’.