1971 Triumph TR-6

Convertible

6 - Cyl.

Manual

CC60821L

Clear

Gasoline

You are bidding on a beautiful 1971 Triumph TR6, a true classic and collectable British sports car. The early years of the TR6 had the higher compression engine and were devoid of the rubber extensions on the bumpers. James May (of BBC Top Gear fame), referring to the TR6, said “The TR6 is the blokiest, blokes car.” With its chiseled good looks, robust straight six engine, 4 speed transmission, and fully independent suspension, it was one of the 1970s “hairy-chested” sports cars. Also part of the visual appeal is the interior with the large Smiths guages set the beautiful French walnut dash. The TR6 had a long and successful racing career. It won many races including the 1975 and 1976 SCCA D Production National Championships, the later with Paul Newman as driver (this was his first national championship). Many owners are still enjoying racing these cars today in historic/vintage SCCA racing. One element of this restoration that I am very pleased with is the performance suspension ($3,700). The work was done by British Cars Limited (see restoration list), and the results are incredible. The ride is firm without being harsh. The handling is very precise and neutral. I have driven many sports cars and this is one the best handling, period. The rubber door seals are there and functional, but have a few small cracks. The chrome on the rear bumper is OK but not perfect. The radio speakers need to be installed. At first start up there is sometimes a brief sqeek from the throw-out bearing and then it is warm and silent. The body is perfect and the paint is great. This car is solid and totally reliable. I would trust it for a cross-country trip anytime. The engine runs strong and gear shifts are smooth and crisp. On a country road, with the top down, listening to the throaty snarl of the 2.5 liter straight six...well it doesn’t get much better. I really love this TR6. I do not want to sell it, but I must. I know that the future owner will be very happy with this classic sports car. I have receipts. Please email or call if you have any questions. rmaxey@utk.edu (865) 898-6585 RESTORATION LIST1971 Triumph TR6 - (71,200 mi.). ALWAYS GARAGED ENGINE: 8.5 compression ratio head. Engine was rebuilt at 60,000 miles. Totally rebuilt and re-curved distributor (by Advanced Distributors, Shakopee, MN) with new: bushings, seals, points, condenser, distributor cap and rotor. Timing is professionally set for maximum performance. new Cobalt plug wires. new NGK plugs. new brake master cylinder. new finned aluminum valve cover. new K&N intakes and filters. new stainless steel heat shield for dual carbs. new fuel hoses & clamps. new water hoses, heater hoses & clamps. new heater valve. radiator flushed & cleaned. new PCV & vacuum hoses. new thermostat. new fan belt. new battery hold-down hardware. new spin-on oil filter conversion kit. new speedometer cable. new choke cable. new bonnet release cable. new emergency bonnet release (custom made). new drivetrain fluids: Red Line full synthetic gear lube in transmission and differential. Brake system flushed and filled with synthetic fluid. TRANSMISSION: Shifts are smooth and crisp. new full-synthetic Red Line manual transmission gear lube. new clutch, replaced in 2006 at 60,000 miles. SUSPENSION: new brakes front and rear and new flexible brake lines. COMPLETE rebuild of all suspension at 69,000 miles by British Cars Limited, Knoxville, TN. This included: new heavy duty coil springs and pads. new front wheel bearings. new heavy duty front axles. new rack and pinion urethane bushings & boots. new tie rods, both sets. new upper ball joints. new trunnions and trunnion kits. new lower A arm kits. new urethane suspension bushings (front & rear). new urethane differential mounts. new differential pinion seal, and refilled with full-synthetic Red Line gear lube. new rear tube shock conversion kits. new KYB gas shocks - front and rear. EXTERIOR: Perfect body, no rust, dents or scratches. Exceptional paint (was done for previous owner approximately 5 years ago). Car has always been garaged so still looks new. new trunk panel kit. Black top was (replaced approximately 5 yrs ago). Three small cracks have been repaired. new Konig 16”x7”wheels with TR6 center emblems. new Raptor tires - 205/16 (1,500 miles of use). new Falcon stainless steel muffler. INTERIOR: Original interior is in very good condition. There is a small repair on driver seat. new (best quality) French walnut dash (like factory original). new solid walnut shift knob. new glove box. Carpet and pads were replaced 5 yrs ago but look and feel like new.