What are the real stats on failed Tuscans

What are the real stats on failed Tuscans

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mojorider

Original Poster:

235 posts

260 months

Tuesday 2nd September 2003
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If you read this forum it paints a horrid pic. for Tuscan/SP6 ownership. I love the tuscan and would like to upgrade but am so put off by the stories of engine failures. I can put up with a bit of loose trim, glue and niggles but dead engines is too much.

My question is, are there any objective stats. that show the % of failures vs. other tvr's or other cars.

Are the problems isolated to early cars 2000/2001?

I for one would love to see a true study published on this forum to gain an objective understanding of the problems.

PetrolTed

34,428 posts

304 months

Tuesday 2nd September 2003
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I can run a simple poll if you like.

mojorider

Original Poster:

235 posts

260 months

Tuesday 2nd September 2003
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A poll would be great but I was wondering if there was a bit more broad and objective study that has been done over a larger body than just piston heads.

I am sure TVR has all the stat but will never tell.

PetrolTed

34,428 posts

304 months

Tuesday 2nd September 2003
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A survey was done on the Tuscan Owners Group (Yahoogroups) a year or so back. Probably worth trawling those archives.

aaandy

726 posts

253 months

Tuesday 2nd September 2003
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Would it be possible to include the 3.6 Speed six engine as used in the Tamora's and T350's in this survey.

The feeling I get from looking through this forum is that these are not experiencing the same issues but would love to know the facts before buying a Tamora. Would be good for all concerned if we could show to everyone that this variant of Speed Six engine is not suffering from the same issues and maybe quosh some of the negative feelings.

mojorider

Original Poster:

235 posts

260 months

Tuesday 2nd September 2003
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Ted,

may I sugest that someone on this form spend a bit of time and pull together the results of that study and any more that individual may know of in addition to your poll.

It would be good if the poll ran for more than just a day or two to ensure that you get the most responses possible.

RichB

51,597 posts

285 months

Tuesday 2nd September 2003
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PetrolTed said:
A survey was done on the Tuscan Owners Group (Yahoogroups) a year or so back. Probably worth trawling those archives.
Ted, is that still a "Closed shop" if so not much use to non Tuscan owners possibly loking to move to a newer TVR. Just a thought? Rich...

unrepentant

21,270 posts

257 months

Tuesday 2nd September 2003
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RichB said:

PetrolTed said:
A survey was done on the Tuscan Owners Group (Yahoogroups) a year or so back. Probably worth trawling those archives.

Ted, is that still a "Closed shop" if so not much use to non Tuscan owners possibly loking to move to a newer TVR. Just a thought? Rich...


Prospective owners can join.

PetrolTed

34,428 posts

304 months

Tuesday 2nd September 2003
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Potential owners are admitted these days I think.

I'll look into some of the options regarding gleaning the facts.

RichB

51,597 posts

285 months

Tuesday 2nd September 2003
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unrepentant said:

RichB said:


PetrolTed said:
A survey was done on the Tuscan Owners Group (Yahoogroups) a year or so back. Probably worth trawling those archives.


Ted, is that still a "Closed shop" if so not much use to non Tuscan owners possibly loking to move to a newer TVR. Just a thought? Rich...



Prospective owners can join.
Cheers, not for a tuscan but interested in the T350. Rich...

mr.t

385 posts

254 months

Tuesday 2nd September 2003
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Tuscan 4.0
Reg 03/01
I'm 2nd owner
7,000 miles on clock
4,900 with me
History:
Blown ECU fuse changed from 15 - 20 amp !!.
Engine management sys checked & re-set due to ECU fault reading.
No engine problems during my ownership.
Other major issues: none

swilly

9,699 posts

275 months

Tuesday 2nd September 2003
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Tuscan 4.0
Reg 12/00
2nd owner
20,300 miles on clock


First owner had misfire problem sorted and 'engine mods'

Constant throttle/high speed hesitation sorted by upgrading leads at 18k service.

No other issues

S1NRR

144 posts

254 months

Tuesday 2nd September 2003
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Tuscan S
March 2003
3300 miles
No Engine Problems
Aircon failed (Warranty)
few trim issues nothing major.

ehasler

8,566 posts

284 months

Tuesday 2nd September 2003
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Tuscan S
May 2003
4500 miles
Couple of very minor things fixed by dealer (low idling speed, couple of leaks, dodgy oil pressure sender), and throttle cable came undone (fixed in 30 minutes). No other problems.

Will OT

125 posts

250 months

Tuesday 2nd September 2003
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Tuscan 4ltr
reg Sep02
9000 Miles
No problems worth a mention.

Mr Freefall

2,323 posts

259 months

Tuesday 2nd September 2003
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4L 2000 Tuscan Red Rose. Bought 5700 miles, Full engine rebuild at 8700 miles. Always burnt oil since I bought it which led to engine failure. Since rebuild no oil used.

Now 10,500 and gone back to Power as engine has problems again and might need a rebuild depending on problems (only 800 miles after 1000 mile run-in and service) Not happy right now

Changed HT leads due to missing under load which cured problem.

Most fun car I have ever had and love it...

Nick Elliott

2,387 posts

282 months

Tuesday 2nd September 2003
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Tuscan 4 Litre
Mine from new in September 2000
16500 Miles
All original under the bonnet
Minor trim/paint issues
Gets better with more miles

Nick

unrepentant

21,270 posts

257 months

Tuesday 2nd September 2003
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Tuscan 4 litre.
New Jan 2003.
5500 miles.
Very very minor probs either sorted by dealer or
on my list for 6k service.
Build quality seems excellent compared to previous new
Jags, Range Rovers etc....
Goes like stink and looks the DB's.
Makes me

basil brush

5,085 posts

264 months

Tuesday 2nd September 2003
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July 2000 4.0l
19k miles (3k mine as 3rd owner)
New cams and followers at about 8k
New head, bearings etc at about 12k July 2002
Nothing so far this year.

Marcus

lee02

367 posts

252 months

Tuesday 2nd September 2003
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Jan 02
Tuscan 4 ltr
2500K when brought in april only work prior to this date pod upgrade(FOC)
6500K now never missed a beat never topped up the oil still glue on trim.must get round to removing that.Fingers crossed all looks well.Amazing car.