Three 3000m restoration projects on eBay

Three 3000m restoration projects on eBay

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chris52

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1,560 posts

182 months

Tuesday 14th April 2015
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There seems to be a few Tvr M series coming out of the woodwork over the past few months which is great to see. Lets hope the new owners get them back on the road again as it would be nice to see a few more around. Wonder how many are left in garages and barns etc.
Chris

hoppo4.2

1,531 posts

185 months

Wednesday 15th April 2015
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Ive just got one. Back in the fold again tvr number 4. Ill pick it up next week some time its not turned a wheel in 7 years. Im just about done with my elan project so tvr next. Ill keep you guys updated

chris52

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182 months

Wednesday 15th April 2015
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Is it the ebay blue one? Looked a good project.
would love to see some pictures when you have collected it.
chris

hoppo4.2

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185 months

Wednesday 15th April 2015
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Yeah thats the one. The pics do it a few favours but its quite good considering its not moved in 7 years. On the good side the chassis looks solid everywhere i can see.

The gamble is with the engine i dont even no if it turns over?

Wish me luck.

chris52

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182 months

Wednesday 15th April 2015
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The engine is not a big issue as they are readily available and if you need any parts I have loads of essex engine parts cranks heads pistons blocks manifolds etc etc which Im happy to donate to a Tvr project. I you need any help or advice on your restoration here is a good place to ask.
Good luck with your project.
Chris

smulli555

54 posts

124 months

Thursday 16th April 2015
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There was a nice taimar last week as well

Monsun

48 posts

134 months

Thursday 16th April 2015
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Chris

I'm probably way off with this but I'm wondering if your 3000M project might be my old car. Mine was chassis number 2555FM and was last heard of in Ireland.

Peter

Spanna

3,732 posts

175 months

Thursday 16th April 2015
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I know of a 3000M that's been in a garage for 20 years. Result of a divorce and ownership struggle. It was immaculate in the early 90's having had loads of work done by a father and son. I have an image of it from way back when:



The father passed away last year, the son has no intention of getting back on the road and it sits in his mother's garage. I think eventually he'll sell it as it stands.

hoppo4.2

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185 months

Thursday 16th April 2015
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Monsun said:
Chris

I'm probably way off with this but I'm wondering if your 3000M project might be my old car. Mine was chassis number 2555FM and was last heard of in Ireland.

Peter
im picking it up tomorrow evening ill let you no.

when did you have it I no my car has been in brum for at least 7 years.

Monsun

48 posts

134 months

Thursday 16th April 2015
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Thanks. I sold the car in 2003 but have no idea what happened to it after it went.

chris52

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Friday 17th April 2015
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Well the red one did £4001 which I think is a very fair price from the description. I believe there is a long way to go with these cars values as they are still very under valued for such a rare and unique car. Good luck to the new owner and hopefully they will be a member here and post up some pictures and updates if their progress.
Chris

pjac67

2,040 posts

251 months

Saturday 18th April 2015
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chris52 said:
Well the red one did £4001 which I think is a very fair price from the description. I believe there is a long way to go with these cars values as they are still very under valued for such a rare and unique car. Good luck to the new owner and hopefully they will be a member here and post up some pictures and updates if their progress.
Chris
Thanks Chris. Might need some luck with this one...

hoppo4.2

1,531 posts

185 months

Saturday 18th April 2015
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Monsun said:
Chris

I'm probably way off with this but I'm wondering if your 3000M project might be my old car. Mine was chassis number 2555FM and was last heard of in Ireland.

Peter
Not your old one its3429fm

hoppo4.2

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185 months

Saturday 18th April 2015
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So quick update on the blue one had a quick poke about after work.

Put a battery on and the engine spins freely and the oil pressure comes up nicely.

But no spark at all. New coil and contactless ignition ordered. And well go from there.

I think the car was originally yellow. Can anyone tell from the chassis number?
The blue respray is quite poor.

The chassis its self looks remarkably good not even surface rust on the outriggers near the fron wheels

Inside its a bit damp and smelly but a new dash and carpets it will be fine. The seats are almost perfect much better nick than my last chim.

More to follow.

Keep.us up to date with tbe red one please

Monsun

48 posts

134 months

Saturday 18th April 2015
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Thanks for the ident, thought it was a long shot! Still hopeful it might turn up one day.

plasticpig72

1,647 posts

148 months

Sunday 19th April 2015
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imho it's a pity the green one KNV 709P went to xx classics to be resold and not to a classic fan§§§§§§
Alan

hoppo4.2

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185 months

Monday 20th April 2015
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chris52

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Monday 20th April 2015
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That one did well but it is in the best colour😎 and an early model. Will make a nice car for someone. Any other projects kicking about at the moment I know of a couple of people who would like a restoration project.
Chris

hoppo4.2

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185 months

Tuesday 21st April 2015
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As im still waiting for my new electronic ignition kit to turn up i decided to fix a few other bits today.

We now have a horn, wipers, washers,indicators,and all the other lights apart from the brake lights working.

Also fixed the heater blower cooling fan and heated rear screen.

Fingers crossed the parts will arrive tomorrow and i can get it going.