£4,140 (Est: £1,200 - £1,800)
1972 TRIUMPH GT6 MK III - FOR RESTORATION
United Kingdom • 1 Jun 2026 • Lot 7
Vehicle Details
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Condition
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[Transmission]
Transmission:
2340
Chassis No:
Odometer:
20,615 miles
OYE 764L
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
1972 TRIUMPH GT6 MK III
The Triumph GT6 MkIII, produced between 1970 and 1973, is the final and most refined version of what was known as the 'Poor Man's E-Type'.
It features a distinctive fastback body designed by Giovanni Michelotti and is powered by a smooth 2.0-litre straight-six engine.
Engine 1998cc
OHV Inline-6 with twin Zenith-Stromberg carburettors
Power 104 bhp @ 5,000 rpm
Torque 117 lb·ft @ 3,000 rpm
0-60 mph~10.1 seconds
Top Speed~112 mph (180 km/h)
Transmission 4-speed manual (often with optional overdrive)
The MkIII addressed many of the criticisms of its predecessors, particularly the handling issues found in the MkI.
Unlike early swing-axle models, the MkIII utilised a revised rear suspension (rotoflex coupling followed by a simpler swing-spring setup in late 1973) for more predictable cornering.
The front and rear were restyled to match the Spitfire MkIV, featuring a 'cut-off' Kamm tail for better aerodynamics.
Later MkIII models added a brake servo and switched inter...
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£1,480
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£11,470
Median Price (Since 2020)
£29,992
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Jul 06 2009
Latest MOT Mileage
20,598 miles
Registration Date
1972-11-03
MOT History
Passed
On Jul 07 2008 with 20,598 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Failed
On Jun 20 2008 with 20,590 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Jun 14 2007 with 20,437 miles
Failed
On Jun 07 2007 with 20,437 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Fail:
- Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
- Steering column flexible coupling has excessive play (2.1.5)
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
User Entered:
- underside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion
Failed
On Jun 12 2006 with 20,110 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Passed
On Jun 12 2006 with 20,110 miles
Passed
On Jun 09 2005 with 19,839 miles
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