Looking for the right Sagaris

Looking for the right Sagaris

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alex_gray255

6,313 posts

206 months

Tuesday 17th May 2016
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rightfoot said:
My thanks to everyone who's posted advice - genuinely much appreciated. Lots of good stuff and I realise that the whole original vs. modified/upgraded debate can only be decided by personal preference. My own preference would be to find an original car that is in such good condition that it doesn't require an engine rebuild/ suspension upgrade. I don't intend to put many miles on it - highdays and holidays only - so hopefully a really good example will handle this easily. I don't doubt that some of the popular mods are pretty good, better even, but I'm pretty sure that ultimately I'd prefer something authentic.

I have to believe that 'original' is a safer investment too - now that prices are so high I feel I can't ignore that.

Thank you all again.
Get one with an engine rebuild or talk with Dom about his engine warranty/service plan. I know some people here will poo-poo me about say the SP6 engine is a time bomb, but I've seen too many examples of engines which have a history of being good & regularly serviced going pop.

At least with the rebuild/warranty if it does go - you aren't facing a costly add-on bill.

Or if you are getting it as an investment for the future - rebuild would be a key feature anyway.

umeerw

162 posts

196 months

Tuesday 17th May 2016
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Interesting reading all the advice. I'd suggest buy the car you like enjoy it and don't worry about something you really can't control ( residuals). Based in London there are 12 electric cars on my street alone , and the number of my colleagues buying electric / hybrid is rising. So who knows what petrol cars will be worth in the future. I recently bought the orange tuscaris (hybrid) I paid God money because it was a beautiful car and the few days I've had it have been a joy. I'm sure I won't recoup the money I spent if I ever sold, but it's irrelevant. Get the one that sings out to you and enjoy it!!!!!

Legacywr

12,153 posts

189 months

Wednesday 18th May 2016
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Blimey, if you're looking to spend 70k, you can have mine smile

Milky400

1,960 posts

179 months

Thursday 19th May 2016
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Fish said:
Mine was bought from Str8six and is in excellent condition now advertised through James Agger.. sensible interior as well. If you want to ask me anything feel free to message.

It's liquid silver with Carbon black, black and Portland highlights inside..
Saw this at burghley and agree it is in fine condition, far better than the one shmoo had on display.

Ropps

715 posts

148 months

Tuesday 31st May 2016
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I know one that will be up for sale very very soon if someone is looking for a very fine example smile

crimbo

1,308 posts

229 months

Saturday 4th June 2016
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This thread needed a picture of an original Sagaris just as it left the factory, with original big ear teddy bear seats, 4.0l engine, close ratio manual box and full tvr history.

They are really special cars and a complete joy to drive. There are other more capable cars but at legal speeds there is not much with a roof that's this fun to be in


PuffsBack

2,430 posts

226 months

Saturday 4th June 2016
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Thought that was mine for a second!! smilesmile - never heard the seats being called 'big teddy bear ears' before but I know exactly what you mean now I think about it. Mine are in Butterscotch so even a teddy bear colour!

Rocco1

3,081 posts

184 months

Saturday 4th June 2016
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crimbo said:


This thread needed a picture of an original Sagaris just as it left the factory, with original big ear teddy bear seats, 4.0l engine, close ratio manual box and full tvr history.

They are really special cars and a complete joy to drive. There are other more capable cars but at legal speeds there is not much with a roof that's this fun to be in
Snap

crimbo

1,308 posts

229 months

Sunday 5th June 2016
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Yes I think yours is. Formally hollowpockets. Identical to MR ORANGE


Rocco1

3,081 posts

184 months

Sunday 5th June 2016
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crimbo said:
Yes I think yours is. Formally hollowpockets. Identical to MR ORANGE
Correct :-)

NoPaddleShiftForMe

166 posts

98 months

Monday 6th June 2016
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crimbo said:


This thread needed a picture of an original Sagaris just as it left the factory, with original big ear teddy bear seats, 4.0l engine, close ratio manual box and full tvr history.

They are really special cars and a complete joy to drive. There are other more capable cars but at legal speeds there is not much with a roof that's this fun to be in
Actually it needs two.


crimbo

1,308 posts

229 months

Tuesday 7th June 2016
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Much better with a few photos

Little Mac

186 posts

232 months

Friday 10th June 2016
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Definitely better with a few pics. Here's mine....not Mr Blue, but a good original example. Not for sale though....😀

TVR Cambs

188 posts

120 months

Saturday 11th June 2016
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Great photos. Is the red one Formula Red? Looks great

Englishman

2,220 posts

211 months

Saturday 11th June 2016
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Not sure about the other one, but this one is formula red:


LivingItNow

64 posts

227 months

Friday 17th June 2016
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Purple one...


BrightYellowTVR

1,257 posts

268 months

Friday 17th June 2016
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A couple here..

HA9A4627v2_edited-1 by Ukjonnyboy, on Flickr

BrightYellowTVR

1,257 posts

268 months

Friday 17th June 2016
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Stunning

HA9A4794 by Ukjonnyboy, on Flickr

Legacywr

12,153 posts

189 months

Saturday 18th June 2016
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You still looking OP?

PuffsBack

2,430 posts

226 months

Saturday 18th June 2016
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This thread needs more orange!

2016-06-18_09-56-46 by puffsorted, on Flickr