![]() The stock rear hubs would need to be replaced with something beefier. (2) They are fairly robust cars with a few exceptions. Edit: I just remembered that Alan Alda drove a TR6 during his MASH days, and he's 6'2". A TR6 is pretty narrow inside, but worst case it will be snug in terms of width. ![]() There's decent leg room, but the pedals are fairly close together. (1) Height wise, you might be staring into the windshield header unless you lower the seat. Is there an off-the-shelf rollbar that's both functional from a safety standpoint and also clears the standard soft-top? (5) what about roll protection? I've seen cage kits from Safety Devices and Autopower. Do the soft-top, windows, and door/trunk seals actually keep the weather out? (4) how weatherproof is it? I wouldn't winter drive it, but it would see rain, wind, and highway speeds. (3) how bad is the reliability in real life? Is all the talk of Lucas lord of darkness electronics hyperbole? Can it be improved with aftermarket wiring harnesses, updated relays/fuses, etc.? (2) can I drive one fairly regularly in the northeast? Will it stand up to traffic, rain, potholes, etc? Do the heater and wipers actually work? (1) can I fit my 6'2" and 220 lbs body in one? I'm not against fitting a lower-profile seat, or even a race bucket if that helps. Only ever had one convertible: an '88 (R107) 560SL panzerwagen. Never spent any time with a British roadster. All very reliable and kind of boring, with maybe a couple of exceptions. My driving experience is almost 100% German cars: VW, BMW, and Mercedes. And there's the racing history, Paul Newman connection, etc. Something about the boxy lines, small (but not tiny) size, rorty exhaust, and weirdly oversized tires strike a chord. I especially love the wilder colors: French Blue, Java Green, Magenta, Mimosa, and the like. So, I've been in love with the Triumph TR6 ever since I was a kid.
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