In praise of Triumph

[MadRiver]

You know, I just have to say it. I love driving my TR-250 more than any of my other LBCs. I drove the Triumph yesterday and again today, and although I love the other cars I'm blessed to own, the Triumph is my favorite hands down. Handling, responsiveness, ease of operation, even the exhaust note. Might not be as fast as the Tiger, but if given the choice, I'd choose the Triumph more often than any of the others.

Triumph just knew how to build sports cars.

 

[DNK]

The guy needs a TR8 :laugh:

 

[NickMorgan]

Bill, you have very good taste! I love my TR3 but I would also love a TR250 or TR5. I looked after a friend's TR6 for a couple of years and it was a fantastic car to drive.

 

[PeterK]

I love my TR3A but I drove my Audi TT today for the first time the year and boy, did that put a grin on my face. Guess I have to finish the 3A wiring and fire it up too!

 

[glemon]

I am very glad to hear that, I am looking forward to getting my TR250 back on the road, hopefully this year, currently focusing on rust repair/bodywork, then all I have is the interior and mechanicals and she is done!

 

[2wrench]

I love my TR3A but I drove my Audi TT today for the first time the year and boy, did that put a grin on my face. Guess I have to finish the 3A wiring and fire it up too!

I'm sure that the Audi has what it takes in any venue; but I have to ask:
Peter: Would that be a roadster?

 

[TRDejaVu]

I drove a friends TR6 last weekend and I was surprised as to how smooth it was compared to my 4 (it's nearly 30 years since I last drove a 6 cylinder TR with IRS - my old TR5). Having said that, and with no intention of starting a flame war, I think that I prefer the more visceral experience of driving the solid axle 4.

I don't have the car because it is more comfortable, but because it is just so different from even a 70's driving experience and also because it doesn't have much plastic on show. I am sure that the side screen brigade feel the same with their cars compared to "that there modern dang-fangled TR4 with the wind up windows". As I said, just this reporter's opinion, which may change in 10 years time.

 

[John_Mc]

When I went shopping for a TR6 it was because of a long love of British Roadsters since I last rode in my dad's E-type in '75. I had never driven one, but as soon as I got behind the wheel of my current car and took if for a quick spin around the block I thought "Yes! That is exactly the feel I was hoping for!" Now, having owned it for almost 6 years I wouldn't mind a few more horses to whip (out of this engine), but it is still a very visceral and pleasing experience every time I get it out on the road, which is often!

 

[PeterK]

I love my TR3A but I drove my Audi TT today for the first time the year and boy, did that put a grin on my face. Guess I have to finish the 3A wiring and fire it up too!

I'm sure that the Audi has what it takes in any venue; but I have to ask:
Peter: Would that be a roadster?

Mine's a coupe but they do make a roadster - I like the couple design much better. It's a beautiful well engineered car that makes me smile every time I drive it.

My roadsters are the 3A (big WOOHOO factor when I drive it) and the yet-to-be-completed 4A.

 

[kindofblue]

Not to mention easy to work and and obtain parts.

I have only driven Triumphs as far as LBCs go. I have wondered if the extra money for an A-H 3000 or E-type really creates n value of enjoyment? One of my coworkers has a 3000 and TRs don't do anything for him. He says it is absolutely worth the money.

How different are all the LBCs when boiled down to it. The one I most want to drive is a Morgan. The ultimate essence of English motoring?

Since I work at an auto auction and drive all manner of late model cars, people often ask me what is your favorite. Without hesitation it is my Triumph. There is nothing like the classic flavor and feel of one of these.