29th Nov, 2022 13:00
November 2022 Classics Auction
1969 Triumph TR6
Desirable early example
Registration - DDD 58G
Chassis No. - CC29176-LO
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 84,446
This handsome TR6 started life as an export model that was later restored, converted to righthand drive and first UK registered in 1996. It was acquired by the vendor just before lockdown, who then provided the Triumph with a timely refresh. He fitted a new freeflow exhaust system, six-into two manifold, fuel lines, silver-painted wire wheels, set of tyres, black hood, red-piped black seats and red carpets, and had the twin SU carburettors refurbished. He now regards the straight-six engine and two-seater bodywork as ‘excellent’, the upholstery as ‘good to excellent’ and the overdrive transmission and paintwork as ‘good’, and adds that ‘the car is solid with no rot and has been freshly protected underneath. The TR6 is now being offered complete with chromed rocker cover, pancake air filters, luggage rack, sports door mirrors, tonneau cover, Moto-Lita woodrim steering wheel and photos of the restoration.
Triumph’s TR series began with the unveiling of a prototype (the TR1) at the 1952 London Motor Show. The TR2 was launched the following year, and so began a series of two-seater sports cars that ended in 1981 with the last of the TR8s. The evolution was steady but continuous and the TR6 unveiled in 1968 was effectively a cleverly updated TR5. For the body revisions Triumph naturally turned to the Italian who had styled the TR4/TR5 – Michelotti. However, he could not meet their schedule and the squaring off of the nose and tail were eventually achieved by the German designers at Karmann. The car’s underpinnings were broadly as per the TR5. A total of 94,619 examples were produced, a mere 8,370 of which were sold on the home market.
In summary:
- A well-presented early example converted from lefthand drive
- Restored in 1996 and recently refreshed throughout
- includes freeflow exhaust, sports manifold, woodrim wheel
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Sold for £11,833
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
Registration - DDD 58G
Chassis No. - CC29176-LO
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 84,446
This handsome TR6 started life as an export model that was later restored, converted to righthand drive and first UK registered in 1996. It was acquired by the vendor just before lockdown, who then provided the Triumph with a timely refresh. He fitted a new freeflow exhaust system, six-into two manifold, fuel lines, silver-painted wire wheels, set of tyres, black hood, red-piped black seats and red carpets, and had the twin SU carburettors refurbished. He now regards the straight-six engine and two-seater bodywork as ‘excellent’, the upholstery as ‘good to excellent’ and the overdrive transmission and paintwork as ‘good’, and adds that ‘the car is solid with no rot and has been freshly protected underneath. The TR6 is now being offered complete with chromed rocker cover, pancake air filters, luggage rack, sports door mirrors, tonneau cover, Moto-Lita woodrim steering wheel and photos of the restoration.
Triumph’s TR series began with the unveiling of a prototype (the TR1) at the 1952 London Motor Show. The TR2 was launched the following year, and so began a series of two-seater sports cars that ended in 1981 with the last of the TR8s. The evolution was steady but continuous and the TR6 unveiled in 1968 was effectively a cleverly updated TR5. For the body revisions Triumph naturally turned to the Italian who had styled the TR4/TR5 – Michelotti. However, he could not meet their schedule and the squaring off of the nose and tail were eventually achieved by the German designers at Karmann. The car’s underpinnings were broadly as per the TR5. A total of 94,619 examples were produced, a mere 8,370 of which were sold on the home market.
In summary:
- A well-presented early example converted from lefthand drive
- Restored in 1996 and recently refreshed throughout
- includes freeflow exhaust, sports manifold, woodrim wheel
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: November 2022 Classics Auction, 29th Nov, 2022
Our November auction of classic, modern classic and prestige cars and motorbikes will take place at Mavericks in Holywell, North Wales (half an hour’s drive from Chester).
There will be free parking for auction attendees.
Entries are now being invited, and sellers will benefit from Hampson’s unique offering of zero entry fee and zero sellers commission for physical auctions, meaning that vendors keep 100% of the hammer price achieved for their vehicles.
If you wish to consign your vehicle to this auction, you can request a valuation here or by calling one of the Hampson Auctions team on 01606 828124
Viewing Days:
Monday 28th November 2pm - 7pm
Tuesday 29th November 9am - 1pm
Mavericks
8 Moyston Road Business Park
Llannerch-y-Môr,
Holywell
CH8 9DQ
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