Triumph TR6 2.5L inline 6 1972
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1972 Triumph TR6
Same owner for past 21 years!
2.5L inline six-cylinder engine
Four-speed manual transmission with overdrive
Pimento Red exterior (code 72) with black, folding top and black interior (code 11)
Factory correct wheels with red line tires
Half- and full tonneau covers included
Documentation includes service records from 1981 to 2000
Spritely, sporty and spunky; all of these adjectives describe the Triumph TR6. Are you looking for your next classic British roadster? MotoeXotica Classic Cars is pleased to offer this 1972 TR6 Roadster. This overall original TR6 comes from the Maple Valley Washington area and has had the same loving owner for the past 21 years, since 1998!
This example was made in Coventry, England in December 1971 and is dressed in Pimento Red (code 72). The paint and trim are in very good condition overall while the glass and lights are all in good, original shape.
The droptop’s bodywork is straight, the engine bay is very tidy, the chrome, bladed bumpers look great and the battery appears in very good order.
This TR6 rolls on Coker Classic redline radials, each one wrapped around a factory correct alloy wheel. The tires are in very good shape while the wheels exhibit a good, original appearance.
Under the bonnet is the motor that powered all TR6s from the factory, a 2.5L inline six-cylinder motor, backed by a four-speed manual transmission with overdrive.
Inside, the car’s black interior (code 11) is mostly in good, original condition – the bucket seats, the black carpet, the door panels and dashboard and the shifter. A great-looking, three-spoke LeCarra steering wheel replaces the stock unit. Completing the interior is an Alpine AM/FM stereo with CD player. Car comes with two tonneau covers, half and full.
All TR6s were powered by Triumph’s 2.5-liter straight six-cylinder, with the same Lucas mechanical fuel-injection as the TR5 for the United Kingdom and global markets, and carbureted for the United States, as had been the US-only TR250.
The TR6 featured a four-speed manual transmission. An optional electrically switched overdrive operated on second, third, and fourth gears on early models and third and fourth on later ones. Construction was traditional frame. Other features included semi-trailing arm independent rear suspension, rack and pinion steering, 15-inch wheels and tires, pile carpet on floors and trunk/boot, bucket seats, and full instrumentation.
Brakes were discs at the front and drums at the rear. A factory steel hardtop was optional, requiring two people to deploy. The dashboard was walnut veneer. Other factory options included front and rear anti-roll bars and a limited-slip differential.
The TR6 was Triumph’s first foray into substantial sales figures (around 92K over a nine-year span). It boasted muscular styling. Other changes included a flatter hood, additional front overhang, wider blackout grill with horizontal bars and center insignia a chopped-off, Kamm-type tail and repositioning the headlamps all the out on the fenders, reportedly as a result of a consultancy contract involving Karmann.
Competition to this Triumph in 1972 included Alfa Romeo’s Spider 2000 Veloce, Chevrolet’s Corvette Convertible and MG’s MGB Roadster. Documentation includes service records from 1981 to 2000.
VIN: CC77939
This car is currently located at our facility in St. Louis, Missouri. Current mileage on the odometer shows 44,247 miles. It is sold as is, where is, on a clean and clear, actual mileage AZ title. GET OUT AND DRIVE!!!
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1972 Triumph TR6 2.5L inline 6 is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Fenton (St. Louis) by for $26900.
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Car type : Car Make : Triumph Model : TR6 Model Version : 2.5L inline 6 Engine size : 2.5 Model Year : 1972 Sub type : Convertible Location : Fenton (St. Louis)
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About Triumph
Triumph, a name synonymous with classic sports cars and innovative designs, has a rich and storied history in the automotive world.The Triumph story began in the late 19th century when the company originally produced bicycles and then expanded into motorcycles. However, it was in the 1920s that Triumph ventured into the production of automobiles. Over the years, Triumph became renowned for its high-quality vehicles that combined performance with style.
One of Triumph's most iconic models was the TR3, introduced in the late 1950s. It was a classic British sports car, loved for its simple yet elegant design and thrilling driving experience. The TR3 was a symbol of affordable sports car enjoyment, and it set the stage for a series of successful TR models, including the TR4, TR5, and TR6.
In addition to sports cars, Triumph made a name for itself with Michelotti-designed sedans. The Triumph Herald, introduced in the early 1960s, was a compact family car that boasted stylish design and solid engineering. Later on, the Triumph 2000 and 2500 sedans catered to a more upscale market and earned a reputation for their comfortable rides and elegant looks.
However, despite its successes, Triumph faced numerous challenges over the years, including financial difficulties and ownership changes. In the 1980s, British Leyland, the company that owned Triumph, underwent significant restructuring, and the Triumph brand was gradually phased out.
The demise of Triumph was indeed sad and, to some extent, disgraceful. The company that had produced beloved sports cars and well-regarded sedans was slowly fading away. In 1984, the last Triumph-badged car rolled off the production line, marking the end of an era.
Although the Triumph name disappeared, its legacy lives on. Enthusiasts and collectors continue to cherish classic Triumph sports cars like the TR3, TR6, and Spitfire, as well as the unique charm of Triumph sedans. Triumph remains a symbol of British automotive heritage and the enduring appeal of classic sports cars.
In conclusion, Triumph's history is a blend of classic sports car excellence and innovative sedan design. Its sad and disgraceful demise serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by many automakers over the years, but the spirit of Triumph lives on in the hearts of automotive enthusiasts around the world.