What's owning a Tuscan like?
Discussion
MY opinion only so far, not gospel by any means. 
I've only had mine for a couple of months. Was looking for one for about a year and finally found A black MK1 Tuscan with a recent engine rebuild from straight six for a very good price. It was a private sale and the seller was honest and open. It is one of those things where there is an element of trust and risk involved but if you do your research and the seller is open and honest and there is proof of work done, it dramatically reduces the chances of buying a pup.
Saying that mine does have a few niggles like passenger window doesn't work properly, electric mirrors don't work, and fuel gauge is iffy. but it is a TVR and you have to expect some issues, its a part of the experience all TVR owners like to fix bits and they need to I was much more concerned about the rebuild and engine rather than little bits that I can sort myself.
I also have a skyline and an X3 as a daily, both of which have far superior build quality and that is just a plain fact. Its no surprise though as Nissan and BMW have huge infrastructure and financial and technical ability to design, evolve and hone a car through massive research and development processes. Needless to say TVR didn't. Limited funds and R and D meant some parts will fail prematurely and the lack of automated assembly lines and extensive testing on a mass produced level meant that all hand built TVR's are different and subject to build quality issues. as I am sure you are already aware.
This needs to be accepted and as soon as you are at peace with that its game on!
I was initially sceptical as a new owner and perhaps had cold feet for a week or two as the TVR Tuscan is SO different to anything else, but you soon realise that igorning the niggles the basic underlying principles and DNA of the car is brilliant, raw and visceral, great handling (much better than my R32 and Ive done a lot of work on that!) The low centre of gravity, high NA power to weight ratio and beautiful looks and sound are intoxicating. I wanted a car that was mad, not practical but fun. and the TVR ticks all those boxes, like nothing else I have ever driven. M3's and fast audi's, Mercs etc are great and are built for speed and comfort and relative reliability and do their jobs exceedingly well, but they do not have the presence, feeling or driving experience of a TVR or similar. Every time I get in the TVR I am smiling whilst tying to keep my foot of the loud pedal as not to wake any neighbours or alert the police
Not to mention the looks and admiration you get.
although saying that it is fine around town, a low non offensive addictive burble (after I sleeved the carbon cans) but when I open up the throttle OMG heaven.
Plus you get an older "supercar" if i can call it that? which you can fettle with. not alike a 355 or R8 that will cost you mega for every service or repair. Most things are able to be tackled if you are half way handy with the spanners and have some experience with cars.
This is just my view of ownership so far. Have you found one you like yet??
I've only had mine for a couple of months. Was looking for one for about a year and finally found A black MK1 Tuscan with a recent engine rebuild from straight six for a very good price. It was a private sale and the seller was honest and open. It is one of those things where there is an element of trust and risk involved but if you do your research and the seller is open and honest and there is proof of work done, it dramatically reduces the chances of buying a pup.
Saying that mine does have a few niggles like passenger window doesn't work properly, electric mirrors don't work, and fuel gauge is iffy. but it is a TVR and you have to expect some issues, its a part of the experience all TVR owners like to fix bits and they need to
I was much more concerned about the rebuild and engine rather than little bits that I can sort myself. I also have a skyline and an X3 as a daily, both of which have far superior build quality and that is just a plain fact. Its no surprise though as Nissan and BMW have huge infrastructure and financial and technical ability to design, evolve and hone a car through massive research and development processes. Needless to say TVR didn't. Limited funds and R and D meant some parts will fail prematurely and the lack of automated assembly lines and extensive testing on a mass produced level meant that all hand built TVR's are different and subject to build quality issues. as I am sure you are already aware.
This needs to be accepted and as soon as you are at peace with that its game on!
I was initially sceptical as a new owner and perhaps had cold feet for a week or two as the TVR Tuscan is SO different to anything else, but you soon realise that igorning the niggles the basic underlying principles and DNA of the car is brilliant, raw and visceral, great handling (much better than my R32 and Ive done a lot of work on that!) The low centre of gravity, high NA power to weight ratio and beautiful looks and sound are intoxicating. I wanted a car that was mad, not practical but fun. and the TVR ticks all those boxes, like nothing else I have ever driven. M3's and fast audi's, Mercs etc are great and are built for speed and comfort and relative reliability and do their jobs exceedingly well, but they do not have the presence, feeling or driving experience of a TVR or similar. Every time I get in the TVR I am smiling whilst tying to keep my foot of the loud pedal as not to wake any neighbours or alert the police
Not to mention the looks and admiration you get. although saying that it is fine around town, a low non offensive addictive burble (after I sleeved the carbon cans) but when I open up the throttle OMG heaven.
Plus you get an older "supercar" if i can call it that? which you can fettle with. not alike a 355 or R8 that will cost you mega for every service or repair. Most things are able to be tackled if you are half way handy with the spanners and have some experience with cars.
This is just my view of ownership so far. Have you found one you like yet??
Has to be this one doesn't it? Well done
http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/t...
Or perhaps this one
http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/t...
Spill the beans 😄
http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/t...
Or perhaps this one
http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/t...
Spill the beans 😄
Edited by Cats on Saturday 9th April 06:46
Yes I have sold it too cheaply in my opinion too. Very very nice driving Tuscan or so i got told by a test driver (I've only ever driven this one) I paid 20k for it 2 years ago, I'm not here to make a profit. I just did'nt want to make a loss on a part exchange. I believe I have given another like minded enthusiast a great opportunity to drive a fantastic reliable car. Although not cosmetically perfect, it's a brilliant car none the less!
Edited by SAGGG93 on Sunday 10th April 02:20
SAGGG93 said:
Yes I have sold it too cheaply in my opinion too. Very very nice driving Tuscan or so i got told by a test driver (I've only ever driven this one) I paid 20k for it 2 years ago, I'm not here to make a profit. I just did'nt want to make a loss on a part exchange. I believe I have given another like minded enthusiast a great opportunity to drive a fantastic reliable car. Although not cosmetically perfect, it's a brilliant car none the less!
It looks a good solid car your old tuscan, when do you pick up the sagarisEdited by SAGGG93 on Sunday 10th April 02:20
Let me give it a good detail on the weekend and ill get some pics up
Going for a full respray. I had my heart set on reflex purple until I heard the price!
Really looking forward to clearning this car up cosmetically, increase some volume/theatre and into the alps for 10 days in august. Probably a shakedown trackday and wales trip in there somewhere too.
If anyone wants to see my previous road trips let me know and ill post a couple of links.
Suggestions on colour anyone?
Going for a full respray. I had my heart set on reflex purple until I heard the price!
Really looking forward to clearning this car up cosmetically, increase some volume/theatre and into the alps for 10 days in august. Probably a shakedown trackday and wales trip in there somewhere too.
If anyone wants to see my previous road trips let me know and ill post a couple of links.
Suggestions on colour anyone?
Just took it for its first spin. The throttle pedal is hilariously long. I hope there is a way to shorten that.
Its certainly lots of drama and pretty fast
Took the roof off and of course it started to rain. This is Britain i suppose. Put roof back on and 5 min later it stopped.
Either way, not a bad way to spend a lunch break
Its certainly lots of drama and pretty fast
Took the roof off and of course it started to rain. This is Britain i suppose. Put roof back on and 5 min later it stopped.
Either way, not a bad way to spend a lunch break
e46m3c said:
Just took it for its first spin. The throttle pedal is hilariously long. I hope there is a way to shorten that.
Its very useful in the wet and you soon get used to it. I would personally advise against playing with the travel. Its also a b
h to do having just refitted a snapped throttle cable. Ooh. Tips.
* Check your andersen connection - risk of fire etc.
* 100 amp fuse plus a few others
* Learn the secret way in ( Ask the previous owner not on here pelase! )
* Buy a spare throttle cable or at least the fixing kit that is out there
Enjoy. Mine is back tonight from MOT and throttle cable fettling. Going to be posting up for sale when I have a chance to clean and take photos.
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