My impression was that what was mostly wrong with the TR7 (besides
initial teething problems and typical quality/labor problems at the
plant) was that it wasn't a roadster (OK, besides the controversial
styling). Then by the time they introduced the roadster and the V8, it
was a case of "too little, too late". I have read that a TR8 convertible
in proper fettle is a pretty decent car. I would imagine that a TR7
convertible could be OK, too, now that the weaknesses and fixes are well
understood, so long as you like the looks. Not so much a classic roadster
as its predecessors, but more modern and plush. Don't know what the parts
situation is for them, but I would think it would be covered by the usual
suppliers. As a typical LBC, though, be aware that if it's too far gone,
the restoration $$$ will exceed its value (particularly on a model like
this, which has not reached classic status, and never may).
David Councill had this to say:
>I know there was some discussion not too long ago about the wedge - "the
>shape of things to come." (For those of you too young to remember, I am
>referring to the TR7). Anyway, there happens to be a Triumph TR7
>convertible for sale a few blocks from where I live. It is in fair
>condition - worn paint, ripped top and seats, cracked tires.
>
>British cars being scarce around here and my only convertible being my 74
>Toyota Landcruiser, I'm kind of curious about this TR7. What was wrong with
>them? What are they worth? I know there was some problems of some kind but
>the car did spawn a few imitations (Fiat X 1/9 and the Pontiac Fiero).
>
>David
>67 BGT
>71 BGT
>74 Toyota Landcruiser
>92 Ford Explorer
>
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Max Heim
'66 MGB GHN3L76149
If you're near Mountain View, CA,
it's the red one with the silver bootlid.
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