200 for sale

200 for sale

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TVRTRICEY

Original Poster:

141 posts

169 months

Tuesday 3rd May 2016
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For anyone interested http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/121974563453?_trksid=p20...

I actually went and had a good look at this car about a year ago, I glady walked because I couldn't justify the price when for 250 quid more I ended up with a V8. Chassis appeared solid - not sure about it being galvanised though. Car is a bit battle scarred up front so don't expect good paintwork or interior for that matter. Would be a nice project for someone i'm sure, and it really needs to stay as a 200, cant be many left now!

Tricey

pk500

1,973 posts

211 months

Tuesday 3rd May 2016
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TVRTRICEY said:
For anyone interested http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/121974563453?_trksid=p20...

I actually went and had a good look at this car about a year ago, I glady walked because I couldn't justify the price when for 250 quid more I ended up with a V8. Chassis appeared solid - not sure about it being galvanised though. Car is a bit battle scarred up front so don't expect good paintwork or interior for that matter. Would be a nice project for someone i'm sure, and it really needs to stay as a 200, cant be many left now!

Tricey
I have got this 200 and your right there ain't many left now

mk1fan

10,507 posts

224 months

Tuesday 3rd May 2016
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Very nice.

What engine is in the 200?

pk500

1,973 posts

211 months

Tuesday 3rd May 2016
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mk1fan said:
Very nice.

What engine is in the 200?
Ford pinto

darylg

63 posts

162 months

Tuesday 3rd May 2016
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That's my old 200. God I miss it. I might buy it back.

mrzigazaga

18,534 posts

164 months

Tuesday 3rd May 2016
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darylg said:
That's my old 200. God I miss it. I might buy it back.
You know it makes sense mate...smile...I will help you to sort any interior...Mates rates...Might have to make it a bit louder though as its fairly quiet ...Don't worry about the engine size...You could always work to this...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eZn__2alnqI

GOG440

9,247 posts

189 months

Tuesday 3rd May 2016
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pk500 said:
I have got this 200 and your right there ain't many left now
Those tyres must be good to hold it at that angle mate wink

darylg

63 posts

162 months

Tuesday 3rd May 2016
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mrzigazaga said:
You know it makes sense mate...smile...I will help you to sort any interior...Mates rates...Might have to make it a bit louder though as its fairly quiet ...Don't worry about the engine size...You could always work to this...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eZn__2alnqI
Mark ZIg , interiors : have you been moonlighting as a wedge-seamstress lately?

pk500

1,973 posts

211 months

Wednesday 4th May 2016
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GOG440 said:
Those tyres must be good to hold it at that angle mate wink
Extra grippers lol

Tasmin200

1,258 posts

186 months

Wednesday 4th May 2016
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Nice looking car that, the S1 always looks great in silver. It would go well with a Harris Pinto in there!

mk1fan

10,507 posts

224 months

Thursday 5th May 2016
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I thought the same.

Yatesy350i

975 posts

135 months

Thursday 5th May 2016
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Tasmin200 said:
Nice looking car that, the S1 always looks great in silver. It would go well with a Harris Pinto in there!
Bogg Brothers bespoke inlet manifold and a set of Suzuki GSXR1100 carbs will make it really entertaining without breaking the bank. They work a treat on 2.0 Pintos.

ElvisWedgely

2,714 posts

164 months

Thursday 5th May 2016
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I really don't understand what's going on in terms of Wedge value. Where are all the Wedge preservation enthusiasts? This car is rarer than the SEAC. It's rarer than any SE including the 450, yet there is no interest or takers. It looks in reasonable condition for its year and is running. So what is it then that makes a Wedge worth more? It must be the extra cylinders and power. So, people must be after it's driving and performance qualities rather than rarity. But wait a minute. Performance and power means less economy, higher running costs and poorer reliability. How many 200's are there on the road? When was the last time you saw one? If you ask me, this car should be fetching double the price of a SEAC, and if an avrage SEAC fetches 25k, this should be around 50k. You know what? I think it's a bargain if there ever was one. 2.5k??? It's been given away. I am seriously condidering a punt myself.

Tony. TCB.

Mike Brewer

612 posts

235 months

Thursday 5th May 2016
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I remember the car being for sale .When I was looking for a cheapish runner.What I have found out to my cost is be careful of what you buy . With the help of friends my 350i is back on the road ..I think the 200 is great value and as said a rare part of Tvr history ..it had sold when I was looking for a car....Mike

pk500

1,973 posts

211 months

Friday 6th May 2016
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ElvisWedgely said:
I really don't understand what's going on in terms of Wedge value. Where are all the Wedge preservation enthusiasts? This car is rarer than the SEAC. It's rarer than any SE including the 450, yet there is no interest or takers. It looks in reasonable condition for its year and is running. So what is it then that makes a Wedge worth more? It must be the extra cylinders and power. So, people must be after it's driving and performance qualities rather than rarity. But wait a minute. Performance and power means less economy, higher running costs and poorer reliability. How many 200's are there on the road? When was the last time you saw one? If you ask me, this car should be fetching double the price of a SEAC, and if an avrage SEAC fetches 25k, this should be around 50k. You know what? I think it's a bargain if there ever was one. 2.5k??? It's been given away. I am seriously condidering a punt myself.

Tony. TCB.
Last wedge fest there was one it was mine it does about 30 mpg they drive ok a bit low in grunt and very quiet !

TVRTRICEY

Original Poster:

141 posts

169 months

Friday 6th May 2016
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ElvisWedgely said:
I really don't understand what's going on in terms of Wedge value. Where are all the Wedge preservation enthusiasts? This car is rarer than the SEAC. It's rarer than any SE including the 450, yet there is no interest or takers. It looks in reasonable condition for its year and is running. So what is it then that makes a Wedge worth more? It must be the extra cylinders and power. So, people must be after it's driving and performance qualities rather than rarity. But wait a minute. Performance and power means less economy, higher running costs and poorer reliability. How many 200's are there on the road? When was the last time you saw one? If you ask me, this car should be fetching double the price of a SEAC, and if an avrage SEAC fetches 25k, this should be around 50k. You know what? I think it's a bargain if there ever was one. 2.5k??? It's been given away. I am seriously condidering a punt myself.

Tony. TCB.
Its just demand! I don't understand why a TR7 V8 is worth so much compared to a V8 wedge. I cant ever see this car being worth double a SEAC, I know which one I'd have even if both were mint and priced at 25K. At the end of the day a SEAC is far more car for the money really, it has the latest wedge design from the factory, more expensive components in the engine, body composite, wheels, brakes all of it. So from a bottom cost point of view the car is worth more. Despite bashing it I'd love this car, and to be honest if I had the money I'd be buying it, sorting out the interior and using it everyday. As always though, the time is never right! When I do have funds though I will be looking for one. You also need to take into consideration what that car is being bought for. I don't use my 350i everyday because its a toy, and too expensive for me to run everyday. but the thought of a 200 would be viable. For some this may take the charm away, having something to use less frequently makes it more special to some. Go and see the car! Its clearly had the roof done since I saw it as it was a tatty wreck. Its a sound runner, but really its a full resto. the paint up front is more than to be desired. smile

ElvisWedgely

2,714 posts

164 months

Friday 6th May 2016
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TVRTRICEY said:
Its just demand! I don't understand why a TR7 V8 is worth so much compared to a V8 wedge. I cant ever see this car being worth double a SEAC, I know which one I'd have even if both were mint and priced at 25K. At the end of the day a SEAC is far more car for the money really, it has the latest wedge design from the factory, more expensive components in the engine, body composite, wheels, brakes all of it. So from a bottom cost point of view the car is worth more. Despite bashing it I'd love this car, and to be honest if I had the money I'd be buying it, sorting out the interior and using it everyday. As always though, the time is never right! When I do have funds though I will be looking for one. You also need to take into consideration what that car is being bought for. I don't use my 350i everyday because its a toy, and too expensive for me to run everyday. but the thought of a 200 would be viable. For some this may take the charm away, having something to use less frequently makes it more special to some. Go and see the car! Its clearly had the roof done since I saw it as it was a tatty wreck. Its a sound runner, but really its a full resto. the paint up front is more than to be desired. smile
I agree with what you say about desirability and the weekend toy aspect. After all, that's what I'm doing with the one I have myself. This car though is very rare and cheap to buy. The seller claims the chassis and mechanics are sound, so the basics are there. It would of course need a lot of work to bring it to a very good standard but may well be worth the money. It is a part of TVR history never the less and I do like the shape and looks of the early models. It could be a good investment too and I'm surprised greedy classic investors aren't in there already.

Tony. TCB.

LLantrisant

995 posts

158 months

Friday 6th May 2016
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Rare does not mean valueable

rare might mean collectable

but collectable does not mean valuable.



reflecting the body and interior condition, plus the fact it "only" has a 4-cylinder pinto fitted the price is not cheap, nor too expensive...positive: new roof

but why no MOT, as it would be much more attractive for a potential buyer.





Edited by LLantrisant on Friday 6th May 12:31

DavidY

4,458 posts

283 months

Friday 6th May 2016
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In most people's eyes a 200 is like being the bast**d son of an ugly child. It will never be a valuable commodity, just like a 1600M will never be more coveted than a Turbo M or a 1300 more valuable than Tuscan V6

The TR7 V8 competed in international motosport with a proper factory backed programme. There are also thousands more Triumph enthusiasts than TVR ones, so thats why a TR7 V8 will have a certain value. You want to compete in international historic rallying, you'll need a homologated car, just like why a Griffith 200/400 is worth far more than a SEAC, one can compete in international motorsport and one can't.

Wedge shapes on the whole aren't as coveted as roundy shapes. Elan (original) v Esprit, Vixen/Tusacn v BBW, DB5 v Towns Lagonda, Dino246 v Dino308, only the Countach really bucks the trend.

Just accept your BBW for what it is, a loveable old rogue, that is an enormous amount of fun, and stop looking at ££££

But a 200 is not a BBW, yes it might be fun, but for a small amount extra you could have a 350i....I rest my case.....


darylg

63 posts

162 months

Friday 6th May 2016
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please please please could you all stop talking the value of this , my previous wedge , up. I have just this morning emailed the seller....will let y'all know if the 4pot wedge is coming home to se London.