TR6 TR6 70

[SwamperCa]

Going to go look at a 70 TR6. Listed in ad as running engine and trans, 69,000 org. miles, non op the last 7 years, needs body restoration but has never been in any major accidents. Car was bought 7 years ago and garaged for restoration but the owner can't find the time.
What type of things other than the normal body rust should I be keeping my eye out for? Not that familiar with Triumphs.

 

[SCguy]

I haven't seen that TR6 except on Craig's list when it used to be listed with pictures. Just know that the seller has been trying to sell that car for at-least 6 months and for the last 3 or so months it has been listed for $2100. I'd look for rust, especially on the frame where the trailing arm bolts to the frame. As it was a project, check to make sure he has all the parts. Missing parts can be found, but the cost quickly adds up (ask me how I know) Finally, this car and seller leave me feeling very skeptical so go in with your eyes open, take nothing for granted. Good luck! Let use know what you find. I'm a believer that you should start with the best car you can afford as it will save you money in the long run.

 

[vettedog72]

Look for
-Frame rot
-Broken differential mounts
-Expect all brake cylinders including the master need to be rebuilt, possibly resleeved
-Clutch slave and master will likely need the same treatment as the brakes
-Radiator may have corrosive holes or near holes in it
-Water passages in the motor may be very rusty along with the water pump
-Rust in the body panels, floorboards, trunk bottom (where spare is located)
-If the steering is really loose when the wheel is turned, just check the rack when some one turns the steering wheel and see if the rack moves...this is an easy fix with new bushings
-Look at the wires to see if they look frayed or have been over heated or obvious repairs; look at the fuse block carefully to determine if the circuits have over heated enough to burn/melt the fuse block
-Look carefully at the chrome, its expensive to redo
-Inspect the dash top for sun damage
-Look for the over drive option; very nice to have
-Look at the motor to see if it looks complete
-Look inside the gas tank (take a sniff to see if it smells awful...it should if not run in 7 years
-Use a FLASH LIGHT to see the bottom of the gas tank.Rusty? or covered with a black coating it may need to be replaced.
-Gas line may need to be replaced because of solidified fuel
This is a start; I'm sure there will be many additions from the group.

 

[TR3driver]

What type of things other than the normal body rust should I be keeping my eye out for?

Lots of good info in the VTR Triumph buyers guide