Wanted: 83 Tasmin wreck/project
Discussion
I believe that '83 was the first year TVR imported Tasmins into the US. I am looking for somebody that could sell me a title to an '83 Tasmin or earlier if such exists. Condition of vehicle does not matter. Either a wreck, basket case or project would be fine. Any leads would also be appreciated. Reason for this strange request? '83 and older vehicles are exempt from emissions in MA!
Not quite right. No sticker or expired sticker is a $50 fine plus 3 points on your insurance, applicable to the most expensive car on the road for three years; i.e. $$$!!! Also, don't know if it's true or not, but I was told that if you had failed emissions in the year your car was due for the emissions test, you cannot get another inspection sticker the year after without first fixing the emissions problem. In addition, if your car does not have an inspection sticker and you go to have it inspected the year the car is not due for emissions test, you still have to pass the test. From what I understand, they don't let you off the hook, . If what I've been told is not true, I'd love to hear/read about it. In the meantime, I am still looking for an '83 or older.
Yes, I saw it. Looks like a nice car. After much discussion with other folks knowledgeable in TVR's and much thinking I've decided to do the right thing and leave the car unaltered. I will instead concentrate on having a new cat fabricated for the car (working on a source and am pretty confident I found one) and get whatever else it needs to pass the emissions test. After that I will replace whatever is worn out and take care off all the other little things that need attention. Then I will just enjoy driving the car instead of working on it. If I feel the urge to work on a project, I will buy a kit car. Lots of awesome kits out there these days...
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