1969 Triumph TR6

Highlights 

• Well-presented, mechanically sound example 

• 150bhp, 2.5-litre straight-six engine

• Some choice upgrades

• Original Triumph press car

• Television-featured

• Well-maintained

• In great shape throughout

• New carpets and hood

• Advisory-free MOT

Overview

The final incarnation of the true Triumph TR tradition the TR6 remains a handsome beast with its muscular, chiselled exterior that's perfectly complimented by the raucous 2.5-litre straight-six under the bonnet and its a car that still feels fast today. Don't forget, there wasn't much at the time that could compare to the TR6 in terms of terms of performance at that price point and underneath all the hairy-chest bravado was an incredibly capable British two-seater sports car.

Easier to live with than any previous TR, the 6, despite being inherently tough and durable, is more refined, more comfortable and with excellent club and parts support a doddle to maintain. Being an early 1969 example this particular TR6 comes with the full, fuel-injected 150bhp (before the engine was detuned in 1973) and presents as a prime example of Triumph's robust roadster.

Beginning its life as a press car it was used extensively by Triumph and even appeared on television. The car has clearly been cherished, not only by the company that made it but also its subsequent owners, including the dedicated engineer and enthusiast who looked after the car for most of its life and invested considerable time and money to maintain its excellent condition. In the last ten years the gearbox and clutch have been rebuilt, the differential has been refurbished and the fuel injection system has been fettled by the TR gurus at specialists Prestige Injection, ensuring a stable and reliable setup.

The engine has been further enhanced with the addition of an electronic ignition system, Bosch fuel pump and electric cooling fan, with the vendor informing us that the car is running well with optimal oil pressure and engine temperature readings. Aesthetically the car presents very well overall with excellent paintwork and the chassis has also been treated and painted.

History and documentation

• 1969 model year

• V5C present and correct in the vendor's name

• Registered as an historic vehicle

• First registered 01 Apr 1969

• In current ownership since 12 Jul 2024

• 11 former registered keepers 

• Two keys

• Original log book plus Triumph handbook

• Multiple specialist invoices for servicing, parts and maintenance

• Advisory-free MOT until 16 Jun 2026

• Road tax and MOT exempt

• London ULEZ compliant

• HPI clear

• 94,177 indicated miles

Interior

• In excellent condition

• Well-appointed

• No signs of any damage to the upholstery or wooden trim pieces

• New high quality carpets supplied by renowned classic interior trimmers John Skinner LTD

• Re-covered Mazda MX-5 seats look to be wearing well 

• Door cards are in great shape

• Dashboard remains intact

• Vendor reports that all instruments are working accurately but the ammeter is off centre

• In-period stereo

• Moto-Lita wood-rimmed steering wheel

• Tonneau cover and hood cover included

• Boot space is clean and tidy

• Engine bay presents very well with no signs of any corrosion, grime or fluid leaks

Exterior

• The bodywork presents very well overall  

• The paint work is excellent with no obvious blistering

• No signs of any damage repairs or major corrosion

• All panel gaps appear uniform

• Brightwork is in good condition and free from any pitting

• Bullet style wing mirrors

• Classic style sliver on black number pates

• The hood is new but the vendor reports that there is a minor issue with the sighting of one of the studs

• The 15” Minilite style alloy wheels are all in great shape with only a couple of minor marks to the nearside rims to note

• Tyres are all Uniroyal Rain Expert 5 models that the vendor informs us were fitted approximately six months ago 

• The vendor reports that the chassis is solid and has been waxed, oiled and painted

Mechanical

• 150bhp, 2.5-litre inline six-cylinder engine 

• Four-speed manual gearbox with overdrive

• Rear-wheel drive

• 0-60mph in 8.5s

• 117mph top speed

• Rebuilt gearbox and clutch 

• Refurbished differential 

• Fuel injection system professionally set up 

• Electronic ignition system, Bosch fuel pump and electric cooling fan

• The vendor reports that the car's mechanicals are exceptional with no delays from the overdrive, a smooth gear change and no untoward noises from the differential but there is the trademark clunking from the driveshafts heard with most IRS TRs 

Summary

Clearly well-maintained and benefiting from a few choice upgrades this full-fat TR6 is a lovely example of one of Triumph's crowning achievements with any wrinkles commensurate with the marque having been ironed flat. Providing some of the best open-top motoring money can buy, and not that much money in the grand scheme of things, it makes a heck of a lot of sense, especially with summer pretty much on the doorstep. 

To arrange a viewing, click the 'Book Viewing' button located under the 'Place Bid' button. Viewings can be booked up until the day before the auction ends, after which the option will change to 'Contact Seller' for further enquiries. This seller is located in Uckfield, East Sussex.