Excellent job. Well edited and researched. I purchased a '76 TR6 in '81 to drive to college. I took my future wife on our first date in the TR6. True to form, Lucas, the prince of darkness, came to visit. The starter servo would not spin the engine after we topped up the petrol. She volunteered to push start the car after feeling the clutch. Did not phase her in the least. The car started and we went on our way. Still have the wife. Still have the TR6.

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

2 жыл бұрын

Thank-you for the comment. Much appreciated. Lovely story. These old British sports cars hold many happy memories for so many

@evanyeagered.d.9604

2 жыл бұрын

@@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349 Yes sir, and keeping that thing operational on an undergraduate's income should have garnered me a degree in automotive engineering.

@rossilake3430

Жыл бұрын

Good job, mission accomplished. She pushed the car! Lol

I loved watching this video. We bought a new Triumph TR6 with a removable hard top in 1973. She cost $4500 plus $500 for the hard top. I learned to drive a 4 speed on that car. We found that it had a very unforgiving clutch. Many of our friends could not get her to start because it seemed they didn’t press the clutch pedal completely to the floor. The driver could not be sloppy about that! That was comical! I was a 23 year old girl and never had a problem with the clutch. Starting on a cold morning meant pulling the choke out completely, then slowly releasing. Otherwise, she would stall. I loved that car! After our son was born in 1977, we retired it to the garage for about 10 years until I started driving her again. In 1997, we moved to the beach and that was the end of her. Within two years, the rust was obvious but there wasn’t anything we could do to protect her. We reluctantly sold her to a collector (who really wanted that hardtop) in about 2010. I cried when they towed her away but she had given us many years of enjoyment. Thanks for releasing those great memories!

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

2 жыл бұрын

A pleasure Susan. Thanks for that special message. Made my day and glad it ment so much for you. These old cars certainly are great for making memories

When I was in college in the late 70s, I had a roommate who owned a TR6. He was quite nice letting me use it for an afternoon now and then. I'd head for the hills of northwest Arkansas and enjoy driving with the top down and the total experience of driving one of these wonderful cars. I loved it then and still love it today in 2022. Actually, I had a number of friends with MG convertibles. The biggest memory of those is they were always having to work on them, so learning how to repair them yourself was almost mandatory. I guess my roommate was just lucky, as I don't remember the TR6 having to be repaired.

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

Жыл бұрын

thanks for watching. appreciate the comment

I have owned a TR 6 for over 20 years. This is the best buyers guide I have seen. Well done!

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks John. Really appreciate the kind words

@arminschrott5388

2 жыл бұрын

Ich hatte einen TR 6 Inj. War leider mehr in der Werkstätte als auf drr Straße. Das Fahrzeug konnte nicht eingestellt werden. Die Lucas-Einspritzung war nicht einstellbar. Ich vkaufte

Excellent video on what to look for on TR6s... Just bought one w/38k miles on it in excellent shape that had the interior gutted... It came with an all new complete interior that had not been installed and in boxes!!! Thanks for the quality video!

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

Ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

Very interesting, learned a lot about the injection system. Can’t wait to hear about upgrades. Well done.

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed the video Graeme. More to come in future

A great inspection of the underside. In the first part of the garage view the video is reversed as if you are looking in a mirror. The car is left hand drive and then becomes right hand drive. Funny quirk.

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, for some reason i haven't worked out how to fix yet when you film on the front camera on my iphone it reverses the image, yet the rear camera films correctly as i see it. Very strange! The car is actually RHD for the avoidance of doubt.

@davidwarr8600

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the explanation but there was no doubt here. British spec TR6 with the fuel injection. Apparently you can even turn videos upside down now. @@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

@bernardwarr4187

6 ай бұрын

I was quite impressed by the reverse direction of the rev counter too!

Excellent over view of what to look for when purchasing a TR6 - nice work!

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback Joe. Glad you enjoyed the video

Brilliant video. No waffle just what you need to know. Thanks

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate the feedback and glad you enjoyed the video

Great work! I owned a CR for nine years and I got to know it in detail. You cover all the important things that a potential "non-expert" has to know before buying. Very well done! And thank you for not using a lot of horrible music.

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback. Really glad you enjoyed the video

Superb video! Really hope you can do one for the GT6 as well!

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

Жыл бұрын

you never know...... thanks for watching

As the owner of a TR6 that I have been returning to good health, I feel this was a brilliant summary of what to look for on a TR6. Well done and I am looking forward to catching up on the rest of your TR6 videos. Cheers and Happy New Year

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Peter for the comment and feedback. Hope you enjoy the rest of the series

One of the best inspection walk throughs! Thank you Sir.

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Awesome! We bought one yesterday ans so glad to find your channel!

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

Thanks for the guide, I owned a TR4A back in the 70's and looking to acquire a CF TR6...

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

Жыл бұрын

Glad I could help

Hi. Thank you so much for this video. It's very worthy & helpful for me. I realy love tr6 & wait for finding one. Good luck!!!

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Looks lovely must pop up and have a gander one of my dream cars this👍🏻

Great video!! Super informative. Hope you’ll do a number of these for different brands and models. Nice job!

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers, Thats the plan! Hopefully they'll be a MGB and Healey sprite video in the future

Good buyers guide. Well done Sir. Thank you.

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! thanks for the feedback. much appreciated.

When I was in the US Air Force I ordered a 1970 Tr6, when arrived back in the states I had to go to the Port of New Jersey to pick up the car, had to pay $14.00 duty on the car, first stop out of the Port was a gas station very little gas in it, total cost of the car with shipping and Insurance was $2,800.00, what a deal, same yellow, black back convertable, note they put 14 miles on the car to come over as a used car.

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

11 ай бұрын

thanks for watching

Excellent Guide. Thanks

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Great tips. Love my TR6. Do more miles in it than anything else in my collection. Proper car.

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

3 жыл бұрын

Yep, great drivers cars. Happy motoring!

Well shot and some good pragmatic tips. These cars are easy to work on and bring joy as long as you stay on top of routine and preventative maintenance! I’m on the lookout for one now and have seen a few “dogs” which have been ruined. 😎🇬🇧😎

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback Kevin. Glad you enjoyed the video

Fantastic video, well done!

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Thanks for posting. I'm interested in buying a tr6. This is helpful.

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

10 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Cheers from the Pacific West Coast of Canada.

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

11 ай бұрын

thanks for watching

NASCAR guys own them, Paul Newman raced one. Many Rich guys had one in their flock.They are easy to work on, all of us are good mechanics for purchasing one. Us Yanks don’t even drive them in the rain, let alone the snowy winter. Buy the Best, RUST FREE car that you can afford. I bought mine in 1989 and drive on nice summer days and instantly receive smiles from fellow motorist along the motorway. My Saturn also gets a reaction, it’s usually the one that takes more facial muscles. 😢

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support . Much appreciated

Great vid, very informative, many thanks 👍

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching

Great info I have drove one loved it 😎

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

Жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

By the way, a very informative movie. Thank you for taking the time and effort to make it.

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

8 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Many thanks for your help with the decision on which classic sports car to purchase. 👍👍 look out next Spring I will be on the hunt for the TR6. I have nearly completed your chapters, just watched your tootle down to LeMans. Something i might like to do👍 Cheers Rob

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

@Music66666

Жыл бұрын

A question ☺️would it be the 150bhp to go for or the later 125 bhp fuel injection or the US Carb model then having them set up properly as there seems to be a lot that have made the return journey. I am hankering on the 150 though ☺️

Excellent video very helpful and really well it together

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

11 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

I wonder why the UK versions had such a significant power drop for the later cars? Maybe a focus more on economy over power? A great shame. That said, when you're driving such a beautiful little car who cares! These are beautiful looking cars, chap around the corner from me used to have a bright red TR6, it was a minter! Sounded glorious as well. Edit: that rear suspension system is sophisticated! Looks very modern actually! I had no idea these were running an IRS back end.

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

2 жыл бұрын

Sure are great cars whatever the power. some cars need to go fast. The TR is a cruiser IMO

Thank you, very informative...

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

2 жыл бұрын

Youre welcome Bruce. thanks for the feedback

Very informative review.Bearing in mind the british climate,I have never understood why these cars did not have their chassis galvanised from new at the factory,this would have limited the long term effects of the dreaded issue of rust.

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. yes agree. Im guessing galvanising was'nt widely used in the 70's due to process and cost??? . Glad you like the videos

Beautiful! I wish I had a nice one like this one....

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

8 ай бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

well done. Cheers

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

18 күн бұрын

Thankyou and thanks for watching

Thank you, a nice rundown. Just a suggestion, how about having a rough example alongside to contrast as you go through the underside of the car?

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

Жыл бұрын

Good idea. If I get the opportunity I’ll bare it in mind. Thanks for watching 👍

Great review mate. I just want to add: a quick indicator of the condition of the frame. Drive one wheel up on a sidewalk and try to open and close the doors. Any problems mean too much frame flex.

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

2 жыл бұрын

Good tip!

great the steering on the right side..

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

7 ай бұрын

Uk car! Thanks for watching

0:00 Introduction and history 3:10 Chassis inspection 9:01 Suspension 10:40 Bodywork inspection 13:38 Engine review 14:37 Thrust washers 15:59 Dashboard 17:51 Test drive

Concise , precise and very well explained ! Don't suppose you have a spare CP chassis ? ! Thanks for sharing !

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks John, Glad you enjoyed the video. Unfortunately not - I think i could sell one 100 x over if i did :-)

Thank you! This model you exhibited did not have lever dampers on the rear suspensions Please explain

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Ed, Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed it. You are right, no TR6 had tube shocks. They left the factory with armstrong lever dampers. Many owners choose to upgrade these to tube shocks for more adjustment and firmer ride. This is covered on another one of my videos in the series. Check it out :-)

Outstanding video and presentation. I still prefer the MGB or MGC.

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

3 жыл бұрын

It just so happens im friends with a guy who has a lovely MGB and im trying to line it up for a buyers guide ......... time will tell :-)

@MGB-learning

3 жыл бұрын

@@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349 You did an outstanding job on the video. Almost sold me on TR6s. LOL

@racketman2u

Жыл бұрын

MGB is actually a better handling car, because the TR6 IRS is a poor design, but the TR is much better looking and has a much nice dashboard and engine (yeah, theres the MGC for a nice six, but rare as hens teeth)

Have you done a review like this for the TR-250? I have a friend trying to buy a barn find.

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

3 жыл бұрын

No unfortunately not, although the TR250 is very similar to the TR6 and has many of the same shortcomings and issues identified here as its based on the same chassis, same 6 cylinder engine and similar body construction. good luck with your search - would love one myself

Perhaps reflective of the European flavor, but strut shocks are an alteration of the original lever shock design. Perhaps a mention?

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, fair observation. The car has a rear tube shock conversion , a topic covered in another video in the playlist. Thanks for the comment and glad you enjoyed the video

Very informative.. Do you know if there are any restrictions on installing a PI on an American Tr6? AND.. Is it worth the effort? Is it a reliable upgrade?

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

3 жыл бұрын

The US has its own smog laws which is why the PI system was dropped from the US in the first place. I guess depending what state you are in youll know what regs are in place. The PI system comes with its own issues - heat build up being the main one causing fuel vapourisation (not good in hot states). It is a bit smoother and when setup well is reliable but my opinion is it wouldnt be worth the cost and hassle to retrofit from a well tuned carb setup

Seems like a few drain holes in the bottom of the frame would let any moisture get out?

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

7 ай бұрын

And in! Thanks for watching

How can you get one that has the higher power ratings? Or what mods can you make to an American variant to get those British numbers? Thanks for your video!

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

6 ай бұрын

the UK early ones had 150hp, the later ones 125hp. main differences were the PI system, throttle bodies, compression ratio, cam and metering unit tune

Hi...bit confused...you start the episode in what appears to be a LHD, which then transforms into a RHD ...Is there a reason/explanation ???....

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah its quite simple really. the videos were shot on my phone which reversed the image when using the front vs back camera. Its is a UK RHD car in reality. Its a phone setting apparently so will get sorted for future videos i hope. Well spotted though :-)

Why were the US versions not allowed to have fuel injection? I bought a new one in 1971 and of course it had carburetors. I'm sure the fuel injected version would have been faster.

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

3 жыл бұрын

I believe it was to do with the PI system not meeting US smog regulations at the time. Although i have a UK car, given a blank page id probably have carbs (twin SU) to gain more ease of adjustment and setup over the PI setup. Each to their own though. Thanks for the input.

@eddy71454

3 жыл бұрын

@@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349 -I agree about the ease of adjustment but going from 150 h.p. to 104 like mine had is a big drop in performance.

Doesn't a left hand drive feel more comfortable and correctly situated than a right hand drive UK set up?

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

Жыл бұрын

its actually a RHD car. the reverse camera angle made it appear LHD in some shots. now corrected on later videos.

is it possible to retrofit a USA-spec with the fuel injection of the UK models?

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

11 ай бұрын

Yes in principle however you’d need to research like for like cams, metering unit configuration and settings plus if there are and head and compression differences to ensure it runs properly. I’d recommend going the full EFI route if injection is of interest

Can A/C be added to a TR6 effectively and without ruining the dahs of the car?

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

Жыл бұрын

Yes AC can be added. Few do it but there are some examples on KZread and the net forums of it being done

Got a big gap at the top of the drivers door but it’s an ex florida car and has no rust at all

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

10 ай бұрын

enjoy. thanks for watching

Some jiggery pokey going on here....this car starts the video as a left hand drive, but by the end has become a right hand drive, the number plate in early shots is reading back to front, but correctly by the end???

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

11 ай бұрын

It’s because using the front and back cameras on the iPhone. Mirror setting adjusted now so all sorted in later videos 👍

👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching

At 10:19 you explain that the rear drum brake has a disc and caliper inside. I've seen the inside of many drum brakes but have never seen a disc and caliper inside. Although I have never seen the inside of a TR-6 rear drum brake. So there could be a disc brake in there. But if they put a disc brake on the rear why would they then enclose it in a drum thereby negating the benefit of cooling airflow, one of the advantages of the disc brake? No offense but your lack of knowledge about something as simple as a brake makes me doubt everything else you say. Love those cars. They were a part of my youth.

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

2 жыл бұрын

thanks for the extensive question. No hidden science here! They are standard triumph TR6 rear drum brakes as they left the factory. If i said disc it was just a tongue tied moment when youve got several things going though your head while trying to sound elegant to camera. Not my first 'faux pas' if youve watched all of my other videos and im sure it wont be the last. Other than that, glad you enjoyed the video, thanks for the comment and feedback and hope you enjoy the rest of the series

With so many places where it tends to rust, I'm surprised anyone buys this model.

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

Жыл бұрын

they only rust if you dont take any preventative action. thanks for watching

Is that a hole in the radiator?

@psmyth7661

Жыл бұрын

Look at 15:02

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

Жыл бұрын

well spotted. i do think it has a small hole and am exploring alloy radiator options

Can i get this car in india?

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

3 жыл бұрын

Of the 100k made , 90k went to the US and 10k stayed in the UK. If some did make it to India its likely to be a low number

@devarajh861

3 жыл бұрын

@@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349 Thanks for the info sir

What the heck here? Some of the scenes are flipped right to left? Your video is misleading because not all TR6s have tubular rear shock conversions. Use poly bushings when possible, and convert to a non acid battery, Optima, as soon as possible.

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

9 ай бұрын

its a mirroring you can get on you phone when filming. all sorted now in the settings. it is actually a RHD car

Find the most rust free model you can. Replace the drive train with a small block V8 like a GM 327 or 350 with turbo 300 auto trans and a Dana rear. Soften up the suspension to get a nice ride that will not rattle your teeth out, now you will have a reliable and interesting convertible.

@skylined5534

2 жыл бұрын

Which is thoroughly devalued and ruined. If you want an engine swap a small high revving 3 or 4 cylinder turbo would be nicer, you want to go around corners after all!

@justindaley2460

2 жыл бұрын

You really don't want a TR6 if you plan on swapping out the motor

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

7 ай бұрын

Very true. Thanks for watching

Tbh, yours didn't sound that great on start up. Rough.

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

3 жыл бұрын

Well spotted Andrew. It is a bit rough cold on the choke, but once the choke is in runs well and smoothly. My video on the PI engine tuning explains how the throttle balance springs can be very difficult to set as the throttle pull acts in the opposite direction to the choke pull. I always set the idle to the throttle cable for good running at the expense of choke setup. Aftermarket linkage systems can solve this.

@matthewblue7839

3 жыл бұрын

You mentioned the idle was low too, if set higher, would that smooth it out as well ?

Here’s my buyers guide; DONT BUY IT!!!!

@mgmidget-thebirthofaraceca4349

7 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching