RE: New Online Resource For TVR Drivers
Friday 9th October 2009
A group of nationwide TVR specialists has formed a new resource for TVR owners called the TVR Network to help pool their expertise.
New Online Resource For TVR Drivers
TVR Network aims to improve after-sales service for TVR owners
Even in the glory days of TVRs, the Blackpool sports car company enjoyed - at best - a rather patchy reputation for the quality of its dealer network and after-sales service. Now, with the demise of the company and any sort of 'official' dealer network, and with some parts for older TVRs becoming scarce, it's getting ever-harder to get many TVRs serviced and repaired reliably.
Which is where the TVR Network steps in. This has been set up as a resource for TVR drivers with the intention of becoming their one point of contact for servicing, parts, car sales and purchases, and technical backup.
As TVR Network's Howard Bryan points out, "any garage with a computer and a half-decent inkjet printer can call themselves TVR specialists these days, so it can be difficult to find someone with experience, product knowledge and good old fashioned customer service.
"Members of the TVR Network are time-served craftsmen with a proven track record with TVR and Network members abide by a strict code of conduct and strive to deliver the very best in customer satisfaction."
The recently opened TVR Network website (www.tvr-network.co.uk) also offers the sort of facilities normally associated with 'live' car manufacturers, including a specialist warranty scheme, an online parts finder and a car finder facility.
Discussion
MrTappets said:
There seem to still be so many enthusiasts and car support for TVRs that it hopefully won't be too long before someone makes a decent stab at reviving the brand. Who owns the name at the mo?
Aaaeeiii!!!!!Have a look through some of the threads in the "General TVR" forum. You'll see interminable arguments there about whether TVR will rise from the grave, (IMNHO, no.)
Whilst this is a great idea in principle, any Rover or Ford based engines are not in the least 'specialist' and this could be seen as yet another attempt to set up a cartel of 'It's a TVR, don't let any back street garage loose on it, that'll be £100 an hour please'.
Fact is, older TVR's are tractor technology. There is no real specialist knowledge required. AJP's and Semtex 6's are a bit special and there are already enough specialists for these out there.
I hope this all works out, but I fear that existing owners have worked out who they trust with their cars. Since we have had a few years of 'on our own' this is like trying to start up a dealer network again with no cars to sell, just servicing.
Fact is, older TVR's are tractor technology. There is no real specialist knowledge required. AJP's and Semtex 6's are a bit special and there are already enough specialists for these out there.
I hope this all works out, but I fear that existing owners have worked out who they trust with their cars. Since we have had a few years of 'on our own' this is like trying to start up a dealer network again with no cars to sell, just servicing.
Tyre Smoke said:
Whilst this is a great idea in principle, any Rover or Ford based engines are not in the least 'specialist' and this could be seen as yet another attempt to set up a cartel of 'It's a TVR, don't let any back street garage loose on it, that'll be £100 an hour please'.
Fact is, older TVR's are tractor technology. There is no real specialist knowledge required. AJP's and Semtex 6's are a bit special and there are already enough specialists for these out there.
I hope this all works out, but I fear that existing owners have worked out who they trust with their cars. Since we have had a few years of 'on our own' this is like trying to start up a dealer network again with no cars to sell, just servicing.
Yes, but it's not just the engine in a car is it? There's a lot of parts that are unique to TVR (Chassis, bodywork, interior, electronics etc.) and this will be a good place to source the rarer partsFact is, older TVR's are tractor technology. There is no real specialist knowledge required. AJP's and Semtex 6's are a bit special and there are already enough specialists for these out there.
I hope this all works out, but I fear that existing owners have worked out who they trust with their cars. Since we have had a few years of 'on our own' this is like trying to start up a dealer network again with no cars to sell, just servicing.
In principle it sounded like a good idea...
Provided it only allows trustworthy businesses to join and get the 'seal of approval'
Unfortunately there is already one business in there that should only touched with a bargepole if you're jamming it sideways where the sun don't shine.
As such it ruins what could have been a great idea and makes it irrelevant. Experienced owners probably already know who to trust.
For those considering, or new to TVR ownership it's worse. People will continue to fall for rogues and sufer. They will tell others of their experience's and it just fuels the stories of unreliability.
Ultimately that harms the residual values of our cars. A poor reliability image even makes it harder to successfully relaunch TVR as a manufacturer.
If this is to succeed, and I hope it does, it needs to be careful and selective about who it endorses from the inception.
Provided it only allows trustworthy businesses to join and get the 'seal of approval'
Unfortunately there is already one business in there that should only touched with a bargepole if you're jamming it sideways where the sun don't shine.
As such it ruins what could have been a great idea and makes it irrelevant. Experienced owners probably already know who to trust.
For those considering, or new to TVR ownership it's worse. People will continue to fall for rogues and sufer. They will tell others of their experience's and it just fuels the stories of unreliability.
Ultimately that harms the residual values of our cars. A poor reliability image even makes it harder to successfully relaunch TVR as a manufacturer.
If this is to succeed, and I hope it does, it needs to be careful and selective about who it endorses from the inception.
Edited by Uncle Fester on Friday 9th October 20:24
I wonder if the TVR Networks creators will be contacting all TVR specialist to get them on the list or will it rely on the TVR independents contacting the Networks admin as not all will know about this.
A few in our area alone are not on there, Richard (RT Racing) is on but that leaves out Joo (Track-car-solutions that was) but not sure in what name he is running under now,
Advanced Automotive Developments
Raceproved
TrackVRoad
Prestige Performance Cars
James Agger Autosport
Just to name a few, it will be interesting to see who goes on the list.
This could be what every TVR owner wants and to me seems a great idea.
Does anyone know who's behind it? (Ah, just found out, blind I am, DOH)
A few in our area alone are not on there, Richard (RT Racing) is on but that leaves out Joo (Track-car-solutions that was) but not sure in what name he is running under now,
Advanced Automotive Developments
Raceproved
TrackVRoad
Prestige Performance Cars
James Agger Autosport
Just to name a few, it will be interesting to see who goes on the list.
This could be what every TVR owner wants and to me seems a great idea.
Does anyone know who's behind it? (Ah, just found out, blind I am, DOH)
Edited by kevin63 on Friday 9th October 20:22
Uncle Fester said:
In principle it sounded like a good idea...
Provided it only allows trustworthy businesses to join and get the 'seal of approval'
Unfortunately there is already one business in there that should only touched with a bargepole if you're jamming it sideways where the sun don't shine.
As such it ruins what could have been a great idea and makes it irrelevant. Experienced owners probably already know who to trust.
Provided it only allows trustworthy businesses to join and get the 'seal of approval'
Unfortunately there is already one business in there that should only touched with a bargepole if you're jamming it sideways where the sun don't shine.
As such it ruins what could have been a great idea and makes it irrelevant. Experienced owners probably already know who to trust.
I know where to take mine and it ain't on this list.
Edited by Mark UB on Friday 9th October 21:08
dvs_dave said:
Tyre Smoke said:
Whilst this is a great idea in principle, any Rover or Ford based engines are not in the least 'specialist' and this could be seen as yet another attempt to set up a cartel of 'It's a TVR, don't let any back street garage loose on it, that'll be £100 an hour please'.
Fact is, older TVR's are tractor technology. There is no real specialist knowledge required. AJP's and Semtex 6's are a bit special and there are already enough specialists for these out there.
I hope this all works out, but I fear that existing owners have worked out who they trust with their cars. Since we have had a few years of 'on our own' this is like trying to start up a dealer network again with no cars to sell, just servicing.
Yes, but it's not just the engine in a car is it? There's a lot of parts that are unique to TVR (Chassis, bodywork, interior, electronics etc.) and this will be a good place to source the rarer partsFact is, older TVR's are tractor technology. There is no real specialist knowledge required. AJP's and Semtex 6's are a bit special and there are already enough specialists for these out there.
I hope this all works out, but I fear that existing owners have worked out who they trust with their cars. Since we have had a few years of 'on our own' this is like trying to start up a dealer network again with no cars to sell, just servicing.
Chassis is special is it? No, it's poorly powder coated steel welded together. Bodywork? No again. It doesn't need a TVR 'specialist' to fix. Interior? Loads and loads of established trimmers out there already. Electronics? Possibly only on 'newer' non Rover/Ford cars, but even then any decent auto electrician should know what he's doing.There is a very elitist view from some owners that they have to pay loads because it's a TVR and there are a number of 'specialists' out there who are willing to take their money and make them feel special. Let's hope this develops into something other than that.
eta: It's just a kit car assembled in a shed by the sea. They are really nothing special until you put all the bits together - then they become a monster.
Edited by Tyre Smoke on Friday 9th October 22:00
kS.
tards in the TVR community 
Agree with above posters. If you are a real enthusiast and want to buy the right car etc..you will have researched TVR specialists via the club, this forum, other owners, etc and thus will be able to work out who has a trust worthy reputation.
If an owner takes it to one of the well known heartless ,lying c***ts that portray themselves as genuine TVR loving specialists, only to find they get stung, then I'm afraid they probably weren't a true enthusiast at all otherwise they would've heard about said companys reputation. I appreciate people new to the fold need help but I think all the independant help you could ever need is out there in abundance, ( poll this forum alone re your local specialist and I'm certain the general consensus would give you a good idea )!
Re the ad for the network, does this sort of comment bestow potential wannabe tivvers with the confidence that a TVR is for them after all ," with some parts for older TVRs becoming scarce, it's getting ever-harder to get many TVRs serviced and repaired reliably". Great start!
Nice idea to have everything under one roof but please make sure that companys listed are reputable!
If an owner takes it to one of the well known heartless ,lying c***ts that portray themselves as genuine TVR loving specialists, only to find they get stung, then I'm afraid they probably weren't a true enthusiast at all otherwise they would've heard about said companys reputation. I appreciate people new to the fold need help but I think all the independant help you could ever need is out there in abundance, ( poll this forum alone re your local specialist and I'm certain the general consensus would give you a good idea )!
Re the ad for the network, does this sort of comment bestow potential wannabe tivvers with the confidence that a TVR is for them after all ," with some parts for older TVRs becoming scarce, it's getting ever-harder to get many TVRs serviced and repaired reliably". Great start!
Nice idea to have everything under one roof but please make sure that companys listed are reputable!
TVR Moneypit said:
I agree with you to an extent, but having previously taken mine to two firms, (who are not on the list), who apparently knew what they were doing, and having seen them piss about, wasting my time and money, I'd rather take mine to somewhere who knows how to do the job right, to a better standered than factory, first time of asking.
Might want to re phrase that one, there are at least a couple of places on the list that have strong links with 'standard factory' 
TVR Moneypit said:
Tyre Smoke said:
this is like trying to start up a dealer network again with no cars to sell, just servicing.
Don't Hexham Horseless Carriages sell cars? And Rob Ingleby to an extent? And Tony Gilbert?
With a name like yours you might have taken advice from one of them !!!
TVR Moneypit said:
Del 203 said:
TVR Moneypit said:
Tyre Smoke said:
this is like trying to start up a dealer network again with no cars to sell, just servicing.
Don't Hexham Horseless Carriages sell cars? And Rob Ingleby to an extent? And Tony Gilbert?With a name like yours you might have taken advice from one of them !!!
TVR Moneypit said:
having previously taken mine to two firms, (who are not on the list), who apparently knew what they were doing, and having seen them piss about, wasting my time and money, I'd rather take mine to somewhere who knows how to do the job right, to a better standered than factory, first time of asking.
I also know of major problems with one "on" the Resource service the list !!!! Edited by Del 203 on Friday 9th October 23:09
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