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Triumph Other (1971)
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Price: US $10,100.00

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1971 Triumph GT6 MKIII
(Relisted because last buyer changed his mind after hitting Buy-It-Now over the weekend.
Interest in this car is very high, as there were 175 watching & bidding when that occurred.) $#&*!
This is a great looking Triumph, but it is not a pampered show car - it was built to be driven. Frankly, I recently purchased this car but it is more of a track car than I expected. It pulls VERY strong and drives straight.
However, I have found another classic car that has become my priority. It's not the right car for me but I'm sure it won't be for sale for long. These GT6 cars, with a history born from LeMans racing, are very rare and gaining more interest these days. In fact, these cars are arguably of more unique interest than an MGA, MGB or Austin Healey.Triumph GT6 Development HistoryIn early 1963 Giovanni Michelotti was commissioned by Standard-Triumph to design a GT version of their recently introduced Spitfire 4 (also designed by Michelotti). An unmodified Spitfire 4 was delivered to Michelotti's design studios in Italy and late in 1963 the prototype Spitfire GT4 was returned to England for evaluation. Michelotti's fastback design for the Spitfire GT4 prototype was adopted by the Triumph racing programme for the 1964 season, as it was deemed to provide an aerodynamic benefit over the standard Spitfire body shape. Fibreglass copies of the Spitfire GT4's fastback were grafted on to the race-modified Spitfires destined for competition. The Spitfire racing programme was successful, and in 1965 resulted in 13th overall and a 1st in class at the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans (beating their main rivals, the MG Midgets). The Spitfire's competitive success and the continuing commercial success of the production vehicle led Triumph to re-evaluate its shelved plans for a GT version of the Spitfire. To overcome the lack of performance inherent in the heavier body style the Spitfire's 4-cylinder engine was replaced with the more powerful 2-litre (1998 cc) 6-cylinder engine from the Triumph Vitesse (which shared a similar chassis with the Spitfire and Triumph Herald). The car was further developed and refined and eventually launched as the Triumph GT6 (dropping the Spitfire prefix) to emphasise its GT styling and its 6-cylinder engine.
The new car was introduced in 1966 and called the Triumph GT6. The new body was a sleek fastback design with an opening rear hatch (This gave the GT6 the nickname Poor man's E-Type.) It was really a 2-seater, but a small extra rear seat could be ordered if required and was large enough for small children. The family resemblance to the Spitfire Mk II was strong, the longer 6-cylinder engine necessitated a new bonnet top with a power bulge and the doors were provided with opening quarter light windows and squared-off glass in the top rear corner.
The motor in the GT6 is from a TR6 and was built with PRI Stage 1internals (Motocancelli: here The GT6 motor and TR6 motors are very similar with the TR6 utilizing a longer stroke to 2.5L vs. the shorter stroke and 2.0L in the GT6.
This GT6 also has the PRI six pack Keihin carburetor kit installed. This exotic carb kit sells for over $3, 000 alone. It also has PRI coil over front adjustable shocks. A Toyota T-50 transmission was installed for a smoother shift and a lower rpm at high speed. It comes with headers a custom dual exhaust. 13x6 inch light weight Panasports and 285/60/13 Toyo tires. Air conditioning was recently added. Also a Crane ignition, Delco 100 amp alternator, gear reduction starter, new battery and fuel pump. All the lights and wipers and brakes are good.
The paint (I'm told) is a Jaguar green - it's a beautiful deep dark metallic green. There are nicks on the door edges and the bonnet edge and bottom pinch welds from wear over the years, but no signs of paint bubbles in any areas. There is a bottle of touch-up paint. It has been run in autocross. The restoration work was done with a new speedometer by a prior owner, so I was told the motor has the 8k miles on it.
The car is being sold 'as is' and is also listed for sale elsewhere.
Question & AnswerAnswered OnQ: Hi, Can you describe the rear differential and rear suspension? Is it original or has it also been upgraded?Jul-11-15A: I just added pictures of rear axles/diff area. Many things about this car have been upgraded by a prior owner, so I've added photos.Q: What state is the vehicle currently in and is there a title?Jul-11-15A: The car is in Texas. I have the title.Q: Hi pishiemann, Nice Triumph. Was just wondering if you could comment on a couple items for me. 1. Do all the electrics work? Lights, blinkers, gauges, etc. 2. Original style radiator? Any electric cooling? 3. Underbody, under carpets, rockers free of rot? Any fill? 4. Any engine or tranny work records? 5. You mention it didn't suit you for road use. Could you possibly elaborate on that? Is it too loud? Too stiff? Any comments would be helpful. Many thanks, DJSJul-10-15A: Thanks DJS. - All electronics work (except radio - looks too modern and ugly anyway). - Yes original style radiator. - No signs of rot or fill that I have seen, although I can't be sure about bodywork as it is a 44 year old car and not the original color. - Have extensive records on the transmission swap to the Toyota 5-speed (process was thoroughly documented). - As for suitability, it's track-oriented but drives great on street. However, it is not eligible for vintage racing as it is. The carburetor would need to go back to a period-correct set up, and other modifications as well. But it's not an original show version either. It's basically a great performance-driver, but I've decided I want to go in another direction.

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