1971 Triumph 2000 Mk 2 review from North America
"Fabulous old British saloon"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Radiator needed soldering to cure leak.
Valve cover gasket needed replacement.
Rebuilt carburetors.
Installed new tires.
General comments?
The Triumph 2000 Mk 2 was one of the neatest cars I've ever owned. Very reliable, always started first turn of the key, and great looking. Rust is a problem with older Triumphs, but this car was basically clean. Cabin seats were very comfortable, and interior materials had weathered the years very nicely, and still looked good.
Handling was decent and predictable. Weak brakes, due to primitive single circuit master cylinder. Plenty of power from the lively 2 liter six with twin Stromberg side draft carburetors. Automatic transmission was adequate, and reliable, but no doubt that better performance available from the 5 speed transmission.
A gorgeous, glorious British machine. I dearly wish I could have kept her, but Federal motor vehicle laws got in the way.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1989 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1990 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 six Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 95000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 110000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Malibu |
| Date of Entry | 7th July, 2001 |