Vehicle Description
1972 Triumph TR6 Convertible/Steel Hard Top
VIN: CC84272U
This original and well-preserved Pimento Red 1972 Triumph TR6
Convertible/steel hard top has less than 40,000 original miles.
This car was purchased by the current owner, and the ONLY OWNER of
this car, 47 years ago when she was 18 years old.
According to the seller, who writes that the car has always been
garaged, covered, and well-maintained by a British car mechanic and
has never been in an accident. The car is said to "run and drive
like a top". The interior is described as "immaculate", as seen in
the photos.
Engine: The engine is original to the car and has never been
rebuilt. Even the original engine hoses have been preserved,
together with service manuals and various small replacement parts.
Triumph's TR6 was powered by a 2.5-liter OHV inline-six engine with
two Zenith=Stromberg carburetors. Horsepower, compression and
torque figure varied for TR6 models over the eight-year production
history, but continued to provide strong torque throughout the
mid-range and higher rpms. The power is provided to the rear wheels
through a four-speed manual transmission. The seller reports that
the car starts cold using the choke and takes a couple of minutes
to warm up, idling a 1,000-1,100 rpms. No visible leaks or weeps
are reported. The transmission is described as shifting smoothly
through all the gears. Photos of the engine and engine bay show the
engine in original, unmodified form.
Exterior: This Pimento Red TR6 is identified as a "no-rust car" and
"no rust repairs have ever been made", according to the seller. The
paint is original, as are both the convertible and detachable Steel
hardtops. While the roll bar and luggage rack were added at the
time of purchase. All trim and lights are complete and said to be
in excellent working condition. Crazing can be seen in the paint on
the hood, and multiple small chips and scrapes are noted around the
car. One very small dent can be seen on the trim strip below the
driver's door. The black crinkle protective finish below the trim
displays wear but no damage. A single stone chip is noted in the
windshield, "but it is not in the line of sight". All seals are
reported as good with no leaks or water damage, reports the
seller.
Interior: The Black Vinyl seats are described by the sell as in
excellent condition with no cracks or tears, just like new. The
walnut veneer wood dashboard displays a complete set of gauges and
controls, including the original AM radio. All are described as in
beautiful condition and working properly by the seller. The windows
and door locks are manual and described (including the trunk lock)
as in excellent condition. The Heat works and there is no air
conditioning. The underside of both the convertible and detachable
hardtop as described by the seller as in very good condition.
Chassis: The undercarriage of the TR6 features front discs and rear
drum brakes with four-wheel independent suspension. The manual
rack-and-pinion steering has no play. No suspension work has been
required with the low mileage of the car, including the bushing and
shocks. The original 15" TR6 wheels with polished trim rings appear
to be in very good condition, with only some pitting and paint
chips. The unidentified 185/70VR15 period correct red stripe tires
are identified as approximately 15 years old with a tread depth of
3/16 inch, reports the seller.
This vehicle will be sold on a clean Idaho title. Also included
with the sale are the factory Triumph TR6 Handbook, Clymer Triumph
Shop Manual, spare parts, catalogs. Multiple small parts including
oil filters, plug wires, bearings, motors, switches, bulbs as well
as the original engine hoses. Of course included is the Steel,
detachable hard top and the Rag top.
"When I was 18 and had just bought this car, my Dad put a dollar in
the ashtray so I'd have enough money to buy a gallon of gas to get
home. That dollar is STILL in the ashtray." laughingly states the
seller. Her Dad is 91 now.
Her Mechanic states "the engine is like new, hasn't even been
broken in yet, and it needs to be driven".
VIDEO
THIS VEHICLE TO BE COLLECTED FROM NAMPA, IDAHO.
The Car has been consigned to the 9th Annual Salt Lake City Classic
Car Auction. Hosted by the Classic Car Auction Group, this
interactive, live online auction is Saturday, May 11th, with online
bidding only. To consign your car and/or to register to bid on this
and other cars in the auction go to http://www.classiccarauction.us
