1974 Triumph GT6 | Cardiff

The Triumph GT6 is a compact fastback coupé with a six-cylinder engine under a long bonnet, a combination that earned it the nickname poor man's E-Type. It takes the Spitfire's small, light proportions and adds a closed roof and a smoother, more grown-up character. This 1974 car is finished in red with a black interior, and it is in excellent condition. The 2.0-litre straight-six sits ahead of a snug two-seat cabin, and the sloping roofline runs unbroken to the tail. Period film and television work suits its 1970s shape, which reads clearly as a British sports coupé of the time. Its red paint and long bonnet give photography, fashion and editorial shoots a strong subject, and at events it offers a closed-roof alternative to the usual open-top sports car. It also makes a distinctive wedding arrival or a characterful day out. The car is based in Cardiff.