Steven:
A tr6 CAN be used everyday. I bought mine my second year in college at
UCLA and used it through out. For one of the years I was forced to
commute from home which is a good hour away. As long as you change the
oil and get it serviced as the miles pile on- no problem. When I got the
car it had 55 thousand miles on it and now it has 83. I feel terrible
about it, but it is the only car I have. So far I had to replace the
clutch, tires, fuel pump, and front brakes. But that is about it. I have
probably spent an average of about 700 to 1000 a year on maintenance, but
that figure can go down if you do the work yourself.
just my two cents
jonathan lopez
'74 TR6
On Wed, 25 Mar 1998, Steven Allen wrote:
>
> I am wondering if this is the best place to get info and questions for
> TR6's.
> I am also looking for oppinions on whether the TR6 is a car that could
> be used everyday.
>
> I've always liked the tr6 and have been thinking about purchasing one
> now that I think I could afford it. Also, how much maintenance will it
> take. I've seen plenty of cars that are rebuilt top to bottom and am
> not sure if that's good or bad. Does a rebuilt engine perform as well
> or better than original?
> I've heard that the carberators are so touchy that they need to be
> adjusted very often, is it true and can I do it by myself? (Yes, I am
> handy). Also I've heard the rears sagged. True or false, does it
> cause damage? how can you prevent it?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Steve
>
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