New sportster owner

[Rfc1drew]

Hi all. Just taken ownership of a 2.0L Triumph straight 6 Marlin. Have been out today and getting really used to her unique handling etc.love it and want to sort out some little bits and pieces so will need some advice along the way. Might start with the interior and wiring needs looked at. A wee oil leek on the engine and paint needs renewed but it's all down to cost!

[stevejgreen]

Re: New sportster owner

Afraid to say that if it's Triumph based, it's going to be a Roadster, not a Sportster.
A picture or two would show. But whatever, enjoy the car.

[Rfc1drew]

Re: New sportster owner

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[David]

Re: New sportster owner

Yes that's a Triumph based Roadster, looks like an early one with the Triumph rear end. Nice car, mine is Vitesse 2ltr based.

[Rfc1drew]

Re: New sportster owner

Thanks! It has the rear leaf spring set up, registered 1986, I have loads of ideas for her already! Interior etc so hope to find some good tips on here. How can you spot the difference between the sportster and roadstar?

[b_caswell]

Re: New sportster owner

Yep that is a Mk1 roadster have a look at the gallery pics and you will see how the design concept from Mk1 through to the sportster progressed .

[greyV8pete]

Re: New sportster owner

Thanks! It has the rear leaf spring set up, registered 1986, I have loads of ideas for her already! Interior etc so hope to find some good tips on here. How can you spot the difference between the sportster and roadstar?

Glad to see another Marlin member join the fold. If you click on the red "photo galleries" button at the top of this page you will see the differences.

The Sportster is much newer and the currently manufactured "model" and larger than the Roadster.

Your Roadster looks great! Enjoy! Peter.