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£5,400 (Est: £6,000 - £8,000)
1974 Triumph TR6 Desirable UK home-market example
UK • 31 Aug 2026 • Lot 6
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1974 Triumph TR6 is a desirable, original UK home-market example with low mileage documented over the years. It retains its authentic character, featuring the classic white exterior with black interior and hood, making it an appealing proposition for collectors and enthusiasts.
Condition
7
The car is described as being in 'very original condition' and 'presented as an honest and very original example rather than an over-restored show car.' It notes 'age-related imperfections consistent with a classic of this age' in the paintwork and brightwork, and that the engine bay is 'functional, unembellished.' This suggests it's not perfect but is well-preserved and usable with minor cosmetic wear, fitting the 'Very Good' category.
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76,035 miles
CR24430
RHD
United Kingdom
Manual
SKN 217M
1974
Auction
Description
MOT – Exempt
One of the defining British sports cars of the 1970s, the Triumph TR6 combined traditional front-engined, rear-wheel-drive engineering with handsome Karmann-styled bodywork and the characterful Triumph straight-six.
Today, the TR6 remains an enormously usable classic, with strong club and specialist support making it an appealing proposition for both established collectors and those looking to enter classic car ownership.
This 1974 example, registration SKN 217M, is particularly desirable as a genuine UK home-market car and is presented in very original condition.
Rather than having been extensively restored or modified over the years, the car retains the wonderfully authentic character and appearance of a TR6 that has been preserved and enjoyed.
As a later CR-series TR6, it benefits from Triumph's 2.5-litre straight-six engine and presents in the classic combination of white paintwork with a contrasting black interior and black folding hood.
The car retains a pleasi...
Price Analysis vs Other TR6s
£1,800
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£15,210
Median Price (Since 2020)
£62,207
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 25th Jun 2026
Latest MOT mileage:
75,122 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 26th Jun 2025, 75,122 miles
Failed
On 26th Jun 2025, 75,122 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Major:
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Passed
On 12th Jul 2017, 74,866 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
- Rear silencer knocking on chassis
- All tyres are very old
Failed
On 11th Jul 2017, 74,866 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Advisory:
- Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
- Rear silencer knocking on chassis
- All tyres are very old
MOT Mileage Trend
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Auction House Headquarters
Hampson Auctions
Wincham Avenue, Wincham, Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 6GB, England
Located in Northwich, Cheshire, Hampson Auctions is a physical auction house dealing in classic, sports, and modern classic vehicles. They hold live auctions and provide vehicle consignment services.
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