A cherished, long-term owned example of the final-year Triumph TR6, this 1976 car has remained with its current owner for an exceptional 48 years. Displaying a believed genuine 45,089 miles, supported by a substantial MOT history, it benefits from a current MOT until May 2027 with no advisories. The Vendor advises that around £25,000 has been invested during their ownership, including approximately £17,000 of specialist work carried out by RevingtonTR in 2014. Although detailed invoices for this work are no longer available following updates to RevingtonTR's records, accompanying documentation confirms several of the key upgrades. A highly usable and well-cared-for example that has clearly benefited from decades of enthusiastic ownership.
The history file reflects continuous maintenance and sympathetic improvement throughout the Vendor's ownership. In 2014, RevingtonTR carried out a major programme of work, reportedly costing around £17,000, including an uprated gearbox with logic controller, complete uprated road suspension package, new Bosch fuel pump and brake calipers. Supporting correspondence confirms several of these upgrades, while numerous invoices from both RevingtonTR and Marque21 Racing document ongoing maintenance over the past two decades.
Highlights include refurbished front brake calipers with new front brake pipes (2014), replacement metering unit, extensive brake, steering rack and clutch hydraulic work, a professional respray, rechromed bumpers, repairs to the front wings, rear wings, lower door skin and seams, together with replacement door cards, boot trim, H4 headlamp conversion, brake master cylinder, injector pipes and further fuel system improvements. The Vendor reports overdrive operating in both fourth and top gear via a dashboard-mounted switch, together with a discreet battery kill switch beneath the steering wheel.
For improved comfort, Mazda MX-5 seats have been fitted. The original Triumph seats accompany the sale and can be collected from the Vendor following purchase. The current seats were believed to be leather when installed but are now showing signs of wear and would benefit from restoration. The original factory wheels are also included, with an alternative set presently fitted.
Acquired by the current Vendor in 1978, with the accompanying registration document recording approximately 17,000 miles at the time, this TR6 has remained in the same ownership ever since. It was carefully garaged between 1983 and 1998 while the Vendor was overseas before returning to regular use.
From 2012 onwards, the car benefited from an extensive programme of restoration and mechanical improvement undertaken by respected Triumph specialists Marque21 Racing and RevingtonTR. Valuation reports produced by both companies in 2014 placed the car between £20,000 and £22,000, with RevingtonTR commenting that, with further cosmetic attention, it had the potential to achieve around £30,000. The comprehensive history file includes a Haynes workshop manual, numerous invoices supporting the reported expenditure, valuation reports, extensive MOT history supporting the believed genuine mileage of 45,089 miles, and a collection of photographs documenting the restoration work.
The 1976 Triumph TR6 marks the end of one of Britain's best-loved sports car lines. Styled by Karmann, its purposeful design combined with Triumph's proven 2.5-litre straight-six engine created a charismatic and rewarding driver's car that remains highly sought-after today.
Powered by a 2,498cc inline-six producing up to 125 bhp in European specification, the TR6 offers strong performance, effortless torque and the unmistakable soundtrack expected of a classic British sports car. Independent rear suspension, front disc brakes and optional overdrive made the TR6 equally capable as a grand tourer or weekend roadster. As the final production year before the arrival of the TR7, 1976 examples hold particular appeal among collectors.
Combining exceptionally long-term ownership, believed genuine low mileage and significant specialist investment, this TR6 represents a particularly attractive opportunity. The comprehensive history file, extensive MOT record, restoration photographs and invoices provide reassuring evidence of the care this car has received over nearly five decades. With desirable RevingtonTR upgrades, original seats and wheels included, and an enviable ownership history, this well-sorted final-year TR6 is ready to be enjoyed by its next custodian.
