Welcome !!
I had the desire to own a TR6 from my early driving days.
It wasn't until a TR6 buddy moved to Albuquerque that I realized the time was right to jump in. At that time I picked up a 75 in need of alot of help. My situation was rather different in buying a TR since I had other plans in mind (V8 conversion). That said, I did run it for several hundred miles stock after some minor drivetrain repairs.
I found the car to be rather reliable and EASY to repair.
NOTE: I would certainly recommend that a rust-bucket be avoided at all costs. That said, learning how to weld (MIG) light gauge will serve you well in doing body work.
I truly like the design of the car. The maintenance (non-conversion) has been very easy. The folks here have been invaluable in helping resolve any issues to keep the original portion of the car operational.
I would expect the value (and enjoyment) of a good TR to increase for the foreseeable future. Tinkering helps in the process.
Welcome aboard and please keep everyone abreast of your of progress!
Jeff3113
I had the desire to own a TR6 from my early driving days.
It wasn't until a TR6 buddy moved to Albuquerque that I realized the time was right to jump in. At that time I picked up a 75 in need of alot of help. My situation was rather different in buying a TR since I had other plans in mind (V8 conversion). That said, I did run it for several hundred miles stock after some minor drivetrain repairs.
I found the car to be rather reliable and EASY to repair.
NOTE: I would certainly recommend that a rust-bucket be avoided at all costs. That said, learning how to weld (MIG) light gauge will serve you well in doing body work.
I truly like the design of the car. The maintenance (non-conversion) has been very easy. The folks here have been invaluable in helping resolve any issues to keep the original portion of the car operational.
I would expect the value (and enjoyment) of a good TR to increase for the foreseeable future. Tinkering helps in the process.
Welcome aboard and please keep everyone abreast of your of progress!
Jeff3113