Vehicle History & Overview

This TR6 was purchased by the seller in July 2015 as an incomplete project. Subsequently, the seller undertook a multi-year refurbishment that saw the body re-sprayed in Lexus Black Jade Pearl, removal/overhaul of the frame, and numerous additional modifications, as detailed in the Modifications section below. Highlights include installation of a GM-based 4.3L V6, 5-speed manual transmission, custom suspension work, custom wire harnesses, a refreshed interior, and more. A build book, receipts, and manuals are included.

Triumph launched the TR6 in 1968 and the car was immediately a success. More aggressive exterior styling was paired with the factory 2.5L inline-six-cylinder engine. Changes over the production run were minimal, but 1970 saw the introduction of slightly wider 15" wheels. Earlier cars feature the more desirable smaller bumperettes and Wilton wool carpets. Series production of the TR6 ended in 1976. Many cars have been modified, some with completely new drivetrains, such as the example featured here.

Modifications

EXTERIOR

• Re-sprayed in Lexus Black Jade Pearl

• Aftermarket backlight

• Custom canvas canopy cover

• 15" x 8" Minilite-style wheels with Kumho Solus TA11 tires, size 215/65R-15

• Custom hood bubble

• LED lighting, including the following:

  • Headlights with integrated turn signals and daytime running lights

  • Side markers and turn indicators

  • Rear taillights

• Color-matched bumper, door handles, and side mirrors

• Blacked-out grille

INTERIOR

• Retro-style aftermarket radio and speakers in custom center console

• Refurbished interior with seats, door panels, and rear cargo area reupholstered in tan

• Dashboard with faux mahogany inlay

• Grant/Nardi custom steering wheel

• LED interior lighting

MECHANICAL

• 1994 GM "Vortec" 4.3L V6 engine, disassembled and refreshed with replacement valves, new gaskets, seals, heads resurfaced, etc. (Receipts for parts are included)

• 1994 GM/New Venture Gear 3500 5-speed manual transmission

• Ceramic-coated headers

• Infinity J30 viscous limited-slip R200 rear differential with 3.69:1 gears, adapted to Triumph half shafts

• Rear tubular shocks

• Rear adjustable sway bar

• Custom aluminum radiator with electric fan

• Aluminum fuel tank

• Billet aluminum steering rack mounts

• Optima Red-Top Series 35 battery, relocated to trunk

• Advanced Autowire engine compartment wiring/relay kit

• Replaced chassis wiring (Ron Francis), computer and panel installed in trunk

• Abbott Cable X electric-to-mechanical speedometer

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Servicing & Documentation

• Parts receipts and a book of photos documenting this TR6's build accompany the sale, as shown in the Included Items section below.

• Additionally, the seller has included several in-process build photos. One picture is shown below, while further photos are included in the main gallery.

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Imperfections

• Trunk latch is inoperative.

• Fuel gauge reads low.

• Per the seller, the engine has an intermittent misfire which requires further diagnosis.

• The seller states that repairs were likely made to driver's side front fender under prior ownership.

Included Items

• Receipts for parts purchased

• Factory manuals

• Vendor manuals/instructions/literature

• Photo book with images of the build process

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Additional Information

The seller has provided cold-start and driving videos, both shown below.

Videos

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