Machinery Red Racer

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An old Triumph. So many people around, I was only able to get a couple full car shots without folks walking through.

lesmore49 · 08-31-2018, 08:39 PM - **1 Like**

Beautiful sports car. I remember them when they first came out. These little fastback Triumphs reminded me of Jaguar XKE coupe, in that they were of English manufacture, a fastback coupe with an inline 6 cylinder. They were a lot cheaper to buy than a new Jag.

I was in high school at their introduction and there was a Triumph dealer in my city. A buddy and I went to check them out after class and I really liked the looks of them. I'm a fairly large individual... about 6' 3" + and around 240 lbs. Then I was about the same height but not the same weight. I recall trying to get into the driver's seat, but try as I might I just couldn't fit.

That has been the story of my life and one of the reasons I've usually bought large American sedans...as I fit comfortably in them.

**PJ1** · 08-31-2018, 09:26 PM - **1 Like**

My first car was a Spitfire Mk1. I have always had a soft spot for Triumphs. Nice shots.

SSGGeezer · 08-31-2018, 09:52 PM - **1 Like**

Love the old British cars, especially the Triumphs like the TR-6. I miss my old MG Midget also , especially since I saw one just like it on the road today.

**pichaser** · 09-01-2018, 07:40 PM

A favorite british car that I have been very fond of for a very long time .

ZombieArmy · 09-01-2018, 10:13 PM

Was there oil everywhere?

**Tonytee** · 09-01-2018, 10:37 PM

A very nice, enjoyable series featuring a still impressive old icon of British sports cars. Thanks for uploading.

TT

**Riggomatic** · 09-02-2018, 05:13 AM

Originally posted by lesmore49

Beautiful sports car. I remember them when they first came out. These little fastback Triumphs reminded me of Jaguar XKE coupe, in that they were of English manufacture, a fastback coupe with an inline 6 cylinder. They were a lot cheaper to buy than a new Jag.

I was in high school at their introduction and there was a Triumph dealer in my city. A buddy and I went to check them out after class and I really liked the looks of them. I'm a fairly large individual... about 6' 3" + and around 240 lbs. Then I was about the same height but not the same weight. I recall trying to get into the driver's seat, but try as I might I just couldn't fit.

That has been the story of my life and one of the reasons I've usually bought large American sedans...as I fit comfortably in them.

Thank you for your story of the Triumph. I like reading comments like these from the community here.

Originally posted by PJ1

My first car was a Spitfire Mk1. I have always had a soft spot for Triumphs. Nice shots.

Thank you!

Originally posted by SSGGeezer

Love the old British cars, especially the Triumphs like the TR-6. I miss my old MG Midget also , especially since I saw one just like it on the road today.

It must be a sign that you should find and buy one

.

Originally posted by pichaser

A favorite british car that I have been very fond of for a very long time .

Thanks for commenting

Originally posted by ZombieArmy

Was there oil everywhere?

I didn't see any. Maybe the all liquids were removed before shipping

.

Originally posted by Tonytee

A very nice, enjoyable series featuring a still impressive old icon of British sports cars. Thanks for uploading.

Thank you sir

TT

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08-31-2018, 08:39 PM - 1 Like	#2
lesmore49 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Western Canada Posts: 12,337	Beautiful sports car. I remember them when they first came out. These little fastback Triumphs reminded me of Jaguar XKE coupe, in that they were of English manufacture, a fastback coupe with an inline 6 cylinder. They were a lot cheaper to buy than a new Jag. I was in high school at their introduction and there was a Triumph dealer in my city. A buddy and I went to check them out after class and I really liked the looks of them. I'm a fairly large individual... about 6' 3" + and around 240 lbs. Then I was about the same height but not the same weight. I recall trying to get into the driver's seat, but try as I might I just couldn't fit. That has been the story of my life and one of the reasons I've usually bought large American sedans...as I fit comfortably in them.

08-31-2018, 09:26 PM - 1 Like	#3
PJ1 Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Toowoomba, Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,483	My first car was a Spitfire Mk1. I have always had a soft spot for Triumphs. Nice shots.

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SSGGeezer Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Indiana, U.S. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,845	Love the old British cars, especially the Triumphs like the TR-6. I miss my old MG Midget also , especially since I saw one just like it on the road today.

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pichaser Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2013 Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,774	A favorite british car that I have been very fond of for a very long time .

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Tonytee Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2012 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 21,446	A very nice, enjoyable series featuring a still impressive old icon of British sports cars. Thanks for uploading. TT

09-02-2018, 05:13 AM	#8
Riggomatic Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Auburn, Indiana Photos: Albums Posts: 3,883 Original Poster	Originally posted by lesmore49 Beautiful sports car. I remember them when they first came out. These little fastback Triumphs reminded me of Jaguar XKE coupe, in that they were of English manufacture, a fastback coupe with an inline 6 cylinder. They were a lot cheaper to buy than a new Jag. I was in high school at their introduction and there was a Triumph dealer in my city. A buddy and I went to check them out after class and I really liked the looks of them. I'm a fairly large individual... about 6' 3" + and around 240 lbs. Then I was about the same height but not the same weight. I recall trying to get into the driver's seat, but try as I might I just couldn't fit. That has been the story of my life and one of the reasons I've usually bought large American sedans...as I fit comfortably in them. Thank you for your story of the Triumph. I like reading comments like these from the community here. Originally posted by PJ1 My first car was a Spitfire Mk1. I have always had a soft spot for Triumphs. Nice shots. Thank you! Originally posted by SSGGeezer Love the old British cars, especially the Triumphs like the TR-6. I miss my old MG Midget also , especially since I saw one just like it on the road today. It must be a sign that you should find and buy one . Originally posted by pichaser A favorite british car that I have been very fond of for a very long time . Thanks for commenting Originally posted by ZombieArmy Was there oil everywhere? I didn't see any. Maybe the all liquids were removed before shipping . Originally posted by Tonytee A very nice, enjoyable series featuring a still impressive old icon of British sports cars. Thanks for uploading. Thank you sir TT

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