Corey,
I have one of those radios that came with the "cloud" of parts that followed
my car to me when I bought it. I have a '69 that is radioless, at least
until I put that one in it!
----- Original Message -----
From: <corey.sherman@rcn.com>
To: <Triumphs@autox.team.net>; <6pack@autox.team.net>
Sent: Friday, January 18, 2002 8:58 AM
Subject: TR genuine original factory Radio (inquiry/rant)
> British Leyland AM/FM pushbutton radio on eBAy... $365 ... incredible (I
suppose if a Bumble Bee hose can command over $250, why
> not)!
>
> What bothers me is the information provided, or rather misinformation.
> Please help me understand the "facts":
>
> [] I thought that British Leyland didn't start badging their logo until
> after 1972. How could this possibly be a TR4 Radio? Certainly the radio
> would work, but it's not "genuine".
>
> [] Factory AM/FM radios were only available for TR250/TR6, except for US
> dealer/customer aftermarket units - how could this be "factory issued".
>
> [] According my archive (Jon Macartney stated, How can I tell if my radio
> is a factory original?)"...up to 1972, Triumph supplied an AM only radio -
and with one
> loudspeaker."
>
> [] I thought TR4 were supplied with Smith Radiomobile models.
>
> [] I thought the custom built units for Triumph available were Bendix
> (v350&v480); Motorola Sapphire XIV; and US made Triumph 1967 Am/FM #7FBTRX
>
> Please advise.
>
> Triumph TR6 TR4 Jaguar MGB Orig. AMFM Radio Item # 600201579
> --------------------------------------------------------------
> "This is a genuine original factory issue British Leyland AMFM pushbutton
> radio that was used in the Triumph TR4, Triumph TR6, MGB and Jaguar
> sportscars....among others. This is a vintage original that has sat on the
> shelf for many years. It was just pulled from storage, cleaned and bench
> tested to new standards. Everything functions as new. It is tight as new.
> Pushbuttons, dial indicator, tone switch, dial light, etc, all function as
> new. Excellent tone quality....if you use a decent speaker system with the
> unit. No damage. This is one of the nicest originals you can find. Needs
> nothing. Measures 5 1/2 inches deep X 6 3/4 inches wide X 1 3/4 inches
> thick. Measurement between knob centers is standard 5 1/4 inches. See my
> other auto anctions. Email for info."
>
>
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=600201579&;
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>
> ________________________
> Corey Sherman
> corey.sherman@rcn.com
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