Personally, I like the Mk1's better than either of the other two later models.
It's basically due to the lower front bumper. While
the GT6+ and earlier Mk3 models have the preferred rotoflex suspension, the
swing axle problems can be overcome with the use of the
camber compensator.
But my second choice is the GT6+. I like the round tail models much more than
the revised models.
Joe
Ken and Elizabeth wrote:
>
> I'd go for an earlier model, preferably a GT6+, unless the car is very nice
> and well priced (under $3,000). The GT6+ is generally preferred to Mk 1 or
> Mk 3 models. Great GT6+s can be had for less than $4,000 if you're patient.
>
> Ken Shapiro
> 1970 GT6+
> KC81872L
> Baltimore, Maryland
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Bob Greene <rgreene@whoi.edu>
> To: <triumphs@autox.team.net>; 6 list <6pack-digest@autox.team.net>
> Sent: Friday, December 15, 2000 12:12 PM
> Subject: GT6
>
> >
> > Hi & Happy holidays to all:
> > I got a line on a GT6. I plan to go this weekend to view/purchase. I
> > have been a longtime owner of many Triumphs (Tr4's, Tr6's & Spitfires)
> > But I never owner a GT6.
> > It is a 1973 model year. The owner say's it has had the following works
> > done on it from when he purchased it 1984, until he parked it in 1994.
> > New wiring harness, new carpets, paint job. Replaced the 73 motor with
> > a 72 motor that he had 600.00 of machine work done. I can also have the
> > original 73 motor along with the engine stand it is now on.
> > It has been stored since 94 and now the brakes are frozen. He also
> > mentioned that the guy that installed the replacement motor also had to
> > put a longer slave cyl. push rod? Do I see a clutch in the future?
> > I do not know if it has OD and wire wheels. But I'm hoping/dreaming.
> > My questions to the list are:
> > 1. Is there typical area's of concern like on the Tr6 (Frame rot at
> > trailing arms ect, ect) that I should be aware of.
> > 2. Are parts available?
> > 3: What is it worth?
> > 4: There must be parts from a Spit & a TR6 that are the same?
> > Love too hear from the GT6 experts!
> > Thanks
> > Bob Greene
> > 76 TR6
> > 73 Spitfire
> > Maybe a 73 GT6?
> >
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