Buying mz first TR6, help needed.

[Shaun70]

Hello. Firstly, hi, this is my first post here. I am in the process of looking fir and buying my first TR6. I am not a mechanic or especially experienced in repairing cars so I would need some help. I have seen a car that looks great and the seller has sent me some photos but on a few there are some odd things (as far as I can tell). The first is this here. Is the part I have circled really broken or does it just look like it is?

Many thanks

Shaun

[Mk2 Chopper]

Yes that's definitely broken, it's the link for the anti roll bar, they are available for around £20 for standard. 

Anyway good luck and welcome to the forum, and future TR6 ownership. Any other pictures and we'll assess the car from what we can see. 

Gareth

[Shaun70]

Thanks. Its odd as the seller is a vintage car dealer, I would have thought he would have seen that and repaired it before sending me the pictures. I have attached a few more images here. I live in Germany so it is a LHD car. I will post a few images here, help or advice would be really appreciated.

 

[Shaun70]

[Shaun70]

[Shaun70]

[harrytr5]

Shaun

Please take someone who knows these cars inside out. The risk of buying a pup is extremely high.

Regards Harry 

 

[Mk2 Chopper]

So it's an an American import, looks like a '76 with the front indicator and bumper height, over riders not put back though. 

Looks a fairly honest car from the pictures, I would try and get someone knowledgeable to go and check it out with you to be sure, find your local club maybe? 

Gareth

[Shaun70]

22 minutes ago, harrytr5 said:

Shaun

Please take someone who knows these cars inside out. The risk of buying a pup is extremely high.

Regards Harry 

 

Hi. Yes, that would be perfect if it were possible but I sadly don't know anyone here who could help me in that regard.

[Shaun70]

19 minutes ago, Mk2 Chopper said:

So it's an an American import, looks like a '76 with the front indicator and bumper height, over riders not put back though. 

Looks a fairly honest car from the pictures, I would try and get someone knowledgeable to go and check it out with you to be sure, find your local club maybe? 

Gareth

Hi. Thanks for the reply. It has 36k miles supposedly, not a lot.

[Shaun70]

This is from the ad:

For sale is a very well-maintained, rarely driven Triumph TR6 with overdrive, garage vehicle, Classic Data report from 2017 available (overall condition 2+, replacement value = 33,000 euros), British Motor Heritage certificate also available, photo documentation from 2010 - 2013 available.

[Shaun70]

This is the second one I was looking at. I have actually seen and driven this one and it was as good as it looked. I haven't seen underneath though but everything about it looks nice and clean. Both are the same price, 25k euros. I was going to see and test drive the blue one tomorrow.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Edited October 9, 2023 by Shaun70

[Shaun70]

Description;

Triumph TR6 in "mallard blue", untouched, unwelded, maintained with current appraisal (2021). Comprehensible history, regular maintenance by a specialist workshop for English classic cars - receipts available. Many wearing parts have recently been replaced: chassis bushings, chassis (dampers and springs), exhaust system, clutch (including hydraulic cylinder) and many other parts are new. The gearbox (with overdrive) has also been overhauled and the tires are new. Since then it has only moved a few hundred kilometers. There is no rattling or rattling, the car sits comfortably on the road and is very relaxed to drive.

[Shaun70]

One other thing I would like to know. Is there more room for the left foot in a RHD car than in these LHD versions? Do RHD cars have room next to the clutch the relax the left foot? The pedals on LHD versions seem to be quite offset, is this the case with RHD cars?

[Mk2 Chopper]

Good a choice of cars helps to see differences or issues with each. 

You are looking for rust first, chassis, sills, doors, wings etc, panel gap is good at showing rust as the chassis can sag. Mechanical will be like most other classic cars, and repairable, but check to see if it's in good order. 

If your gut is telling you to walk away, then do so. 

Gareth

[Mk2 Chopper]

Have you checked the buyers guide on this site? 

Gareth

 

[Shaun70]

7 minutes ago, Mk2 Chopper said:

Good a choice of cars helps to see differences or issues with each. 

You are looking for rust first, chassis, sills, doors, wings etc, panel gap is good at showing rust as the chassis can sag. Mechanical will be like most other classic cars, and repairable, but check to see if it's in good order. 

If your gut is telling you to walk away, then do so. 

Gareth

I have looked at about 4 so far. Most didn't have overdrive which I think I would like to have. Most also had odd door gaps. The mallard blue one doesn't, it looks really nice. As I said I haven't looked at the blue one yet but the door gaps looks OK on the photos.

Edited October 9, 2023 by Shaun70

[Shaun70]

2 minutes ago, Mk2 Chopper said:

Have you checked the buyers guide on this site? 

Gareth

 

No, I will now, thanks.

[roy53]

Yes RHD has a lot more room .

[Malbaby]

Shaun...My impression of the first car that you posted is that the mileage quoted is not genuine... the dealer has made the outside of the body look nice, but neglected to fix mechanical issues.. the car has not been cared for... has an engine out of the car oil leak, probably from the rear crankshaft seal.

Stay away unless it is a bargain price.

Edited October 9, 2023 by Malbaby

[Shaun70]

7 hours ago, Malbaby said:

Shaun...My impression of the first car that you posted is that the mileage quoted is not genuine... the dealer has made the outside of the body look nice, but neglected to fix mechanical issues.. the car has not been cared for... has an engine out of the car oil leak, probably from the rear crankshaft seal.

Stay away unless it is a bargain price.

Hi, thanks. I spoke to him yesterday and he said the photos are old, they are from when he received the car. The repairs it needs have been done and the car will get a new MOT and service before being sold. His company has great reviews also. I am looking at it this morning. Thanks again.

[Mike C]

I assume your MOT would cover things like the home made shock absorber bracket, this one looks good but I had one crack a weld a few years ago and didn't notice it until I took the rear wheel off.

[mleadbeater]

If buying from a dealer, they are legally obliged to to provide an accurate description, and, unless stated otherwise, the car mush be roadworthy. A good dealer will provide a warranty, maybe 1 to 3 months. 

However, you will pay quite dearly for this .

Privately is more of a minefield, you're judging the seller as well as the car, with no comeback.

As well as the many checks you can do, for a car of this age I would insist on a good look underneath, using a pair of ramps which you should take with you. Use a good light, and a tapper (ie screwdriver handle) and look for any rot, both body and , more critically, chassis. Take some overalls, gloves, and old rug to lie on.

Take a  knowledgeable pal with you if possible , and try not too get carried away with excitement, as I usually do myself.

Just my twopenneth, hope you get a goodun, they are a joy to drive.

Mike

[Shaun70]

5 hours ago, Mike C said:

I assume your MOT would cover things like the home made shock absorber bracket, this one looks good but I had one crack a weld a few years ago and didn't notice it until I took the rear wheel off.

Hi. I think they are a professional kit?

[Shaun70]

1 hour ago, mleadbeater said:

If buying from a dealer, they are legally obliged to to provide an accurate description, and, unless stated otherwise, the car mush be roadworthy. A good dealer will provide a warranty, maybe 1 to 3 months. 

However, you will pay quite dearly for this .

Privately is more of a minefield, you're judging the seller as well as the car, with no comeback.

As well as the many checks you can do, for a car of this age I would insist on a good look underneath, using a pair of ramps which you should take with you. Use a good light, and a tapper (ie screwdriver handle) and look for any rot, both body and , more critically, chassis. Take some overalls, gloves, and old rug to lie on.

Take a  knowledgeable pal with you if possible , and try not too get carried away with excitement, as I usually do myself.

Just my twopenneth, hope you get a goodun, they are a joy to drive.

Mike

Hello. Thanks for the reply. All very good tips. He is a classic car dealer and repair garage. I have just been and his garage is full of nice old cars and bikes in various states of repair. He has been doing this all his life I think. He is selling this car for a customer however so no warranty.