Everything You Need to Know About The Triumph TR6

TGR Staff | Photos by Markus Spiske - 12/13/2022

The Triumph TR6 was a sports car produced by the British Triumph Motor Company from 1968 to 1976. It was the successor to the Triumph TR5/TR250, and was powered by a 2.5-liter inline-six engine. The TR6 was a popular car and was well-known for its good looks and strong performance.

The TR6 was introduced at the London Motor Show in October 1968. It was an evolution of the TR5, which had been introduced just in 1967. The TR6 featured a number of improvements over the TR5, including a more powerful engine, a more aerodynamic body, and a more refined interior. The new 2.5-liter engine produced 150 horsepower, which was a significant increase over the TR5's 104 horsepower. The body was also updated to be more aerodynamic, with a sloping nose and a Kamm tail, which helped to improve the car's top speed.

The TR6 was available as a convertible with an optional removable hardtop and was offered in a variety of colors. The car was well-received by the motoring press and was praised for its good looks and strong performance. It was also popular with buyers, and was a common sight on the roads of Britain, Europe, and was a major sales success in the United States. 

Despite its popularity, the TR6 did have some drawbacks. It was known for being somewhat unreliable and was prone to overheating and other mechanical issues. Additionally, the interior was not as well-appointed as some of its competitors, and the suspension was not as refined. However, these issues did not stop the TR6 from being popular, and it remained in production for nearly a decade.

In 1976, the Triumph TR6 was replaced by the TR7. The TR7 was a significantly different car, with a more modern "wedge" design and a new 4-cylinder engine. The TR7 did not live up to the legendary TR6, and it struggled to compete with more modern sports cars. As a result, production of the TR7 was halted by 1981, and Triumph Motor Company would go out of business a few years later.

Despite its flaws, the Triumph TR6 remains a popular car among classic car enthusiasts. It is prized for its good looks and strong performance and is still a common sight at classic car shows and events. It is also a popular choice for restoration projects, and many TR6s have been lovingly restored to their former glory. Overall, the Triumph TR6 was an important car in the history of British sports cars and remains a favorite among enthusiasts to this day.