TVR Headlamp reflectors

[N7GTX]

Having trawled through lots of threads, it seems that the headlamp reflectors for my Cerbera, Bosch part number 1 305 314 930, are no longer available.

The alternative Bosch part number, 1 305 314 929, is available and is still produced. From reading other threads the only difference is the location of the sidelight bulb. However, the part number given on here was shown as 1 305 324 929 so not sure if this is a typo error or not.

I have emailed Bosch in Germany where they make parts for classic cars and this is the reply with the contact details:

The 1 305 314 930 is out of stock.

The 1 305 314 929 is on stock here in Germany – and is still produced. You should be able to purchase this reflector at your local Bosch Service. See http://www.bosch-service.com for Bosch Services next to you. Sadly we’re not able to sell you this part directly.


Mit freundlichen Grüßen / Best regards

Matthias Klumpp

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Tomorrow I am hoping that Andrew Page motor factors (Bosch dealers) will be able to supply the reflectors but as they have never stocked it, may be a problem. I will let you all know, especially the price, but if anyone has any other info on these parts, this would help a lot.

[N7GTX]

Thanks, but not at £72.50 each! Plus p&p. Wow that is dear.

If I can get them through Bosch at a sensible price will let you know.

[N7GTX]

Thanks.

There are 92 available in Germany but when the Bosch supplier in the UK tries to get them they are blocked as they have been for some 2 years.
Waiting for Bosch Germany to get back to me.

During the MoT the tester said the lights appeared a bit dim and looking into the glass we saw what we thought was rust and corrosion on the reflectors.
After taking them out I found it isn't rust, its overspray from when the car was repainted some years ago by a well known dealer.
So, if I can get a solvent that will take the burgundy paint off then I will have cracked it. I hope.

[N7GTX]

This is the latest reply from Bosch Germany:

"Seems that Bosch in GB does not have this part in their assortment. Have you tried to purchase it via Scania already?

Scania part numbers are:
· 258758 (for the ..930)
· 258757 (for the ..929)"

So, I will try Scania next and see.

Got a price of £180+p&p+vat from a re-chroming place in Kent so that is a non starter.

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touching cloth said:

Magini appear to have some, got mine from them.

http://www.maginilighting.co.uk/product.php?produc...

They had 2 left with a little bit of discount. After spending hours trying to locate them cheaper I just gave in and bought them. Should be here in the morning so thank you for that link, a LOT cheaper than some dealers.

[N7GTX]

jamienshelly said:

There are 2 for sale on the bay.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tvr-chimaera-headlamp-re...


http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Tvr-chimaera-headlamp-re...

Thanks but too late! Got mine this morning. Cheers!