For Sale: 1974 Triumph TR6 in Morgantown, Pennsylvania

1974 Triumph TR6 Roadster

"It was the best of times, certainly, but we were about to enter the worst of times. The world was about to be hit with the first oil price shock of the early Seventies, which impacted in the UK in the form of a devastating house price slump, devalued wages and what economists call 'stagflation', where even politicians' folderol made no difference to the prosperity and wellbeing of the nation. Fripperies such as TR sports cars were the last thing on people's minds, though in America, where the oil price impact was lessened and folk struggled to keep their hands in their pockets, the TR6 did well."Hagerty.co.uk

For consignment, a 1974 Triumph TR6 roadster showing 96,054 miles, but the true miles are unknown. The TR6 was produced from 1969 to 1976 and changes in 1974 included new interior trim available in two new colors, and a full tonneau was now standard.

Exterior
The most muscular looking of Triumphs to come along, they look great in just about any color and this example is festooned in Damson Red paint, sandwiched by the black of the canvas top and of course, tire below. Those tires are mounted on 15-inch wheels with TR6 on the center cap, and they have a date code of early 2022. The rear panel is also black which highlights the multi-hued tail lights that wrap the corners. Both front and rear bumpers have tubular bumper guards, a feature we rarely see and apparently a dealer option back in the day. Out back, the Union Jack is on the fenders and twin dual exhaust rises from beneath the bumper and a luggage rack is provided above, and all the chrome is in very nice condition. Imperfections include some cracking in the paint, some paint runs, and a scuff.

Interior
While black was standard, Chestnut and New Tan were introduced in 1974 and our example displays a saddle tone of the New Tan, stunningly applied to the door panels with smooth coverage, and on the bucket seats with the characteristic textured insert and both the door and seats are immaculate. That condition bleeds back to the package shelf with tan carpet surrounded in the saddle vinyl. The clean black steering wheel leads to the wooden dash that houses the gauges and switchgear in a spotless presentation. The plastic console in the middle takes in the AM/FM radio and the modest shifter wrapped in a black boot. The trunk is lined with a basic carpeted mat and shows cleanly.

Drivetrain
Minor patina but still very presentable at a show, the engine bay holds a 2498cc inline six cylinder under the bonnet, rated at 101 horsepower and fueled through 2 Stromberg 175CD SU carburetors. A 4-speed manual is behind it, routing power to the rear axle and 3.80 gears.

Undercarriage
Generally clean and driver quality underneath with typical surface rust and some residual oil about. The dual exhaust travels through glasspack mufflers and resonators before exiting out back via four chrome tips. Power brakes are supplied and are disc in front and drums in back. Suspension consists of coil springs in the front and rear with semi-trailing arms assisting in the back.

Drive-Ability
t's one of our favorites here at the mall and more often than not, are capable of delivering a spirited ride with nice power and nimble handling. This one checks those boxes and looks good doing it. The only thing that doesn't work is the radio and all other functions work as they should. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your purchase.

It's not only a staff favorite at the mall, but also a customer favorite. TR6's sell and here's another nice example waiting for a weekend dance partner. 91,850 TR6's were produced over eight years and we're thrilled to represent a small percentage of them over the years. Here's a wine colored stunner for you to sip on. Shall we decant it for you now?

Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic and collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8 acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person. There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee is not included in the advertised price.

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