True Beauty CLM99H
Discussion
Looks like CLM99H is for sale.
http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/t...
To me, by today's standards, this seems to be a bargain. A similar champion, from any other stable, from Alfa, Ford, or Lotus, would surely expect to bring more, and would probably be auctioned, along much fanfare.
Even to my jaundiced eye, 'lovely bit of kit' doesn't begin to describe it. Let's hope the newest custodian will find as much pleasure in ownership, as did the first.
Best regards,
Bernard.
http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/t...
To me, by today's standards, this seems to be a bargain. A similar champion, from any other stable, from Alfa, Ford, or Lotus, would surely expect to bring more, and would probably be auctioned, along much fanfare.
Even to my jaundiced eye, 'lovely bit of kit' doesn't begin to describe it. Let's hope the newest custodian will find as much pleasure in ownership, as did the first.
Best regards,
Bernard.
From 1948 to 2006, TVR built a continuous, uninterrupted string of wonderful sports cars. No sedans, no hot hatches, no plumped up GTs, only objects with a purity of purpose. Many of these were even elevated, subsequent to purchase, in specification and performance, by their owners. Nonetheless, during all of that time, they built only a couple of handfuls of genuine legends. Cars that even non-aficionados of the marque could find true joy in.
The Griffiths are part of that legacy, albeit not entirely, as the concept, as well as the initial production came from not only an outsider, but also from another country. To wit, they were even badged differently.
Those cars, that spring immediately to mind as having achieved legendary status, include the Sebring Granturas, the example being debated, here, Brian Hough's Tuscan, Martin's Mild Mooover, the Turbo S, and the 7/12s.
Photo Credit: I pilfered this from STR8 SIX's facebook feed.
Of all of these, The only one to have one a significant championship, and still be in existence, is this Tuscan. What's more, the series it won, is arguably one of the greatest of all time. It was the wildest, for lovers of sports cars, not only in Britain, but the world over. So, in the context of what this car means to TVR history, I hope we can all agree, that it is an extremely important piece.
Then, there is the other perspective, the one that looks at a significant car not only from a marque devotee's eyes, but in the broader context of other cars (surprisingly, they do exist). In relation to, for instance, an unimportant, overrated Ferrari 308 changing hands for the same amount, or a Porsche 911, with remotely similar history, fetching around three times as much, this car is an absolute bargain.
While there are surely organizers that will not allow it to run, others will, and I have a sneaking suspicion, that developing this car could be as much fun as one can have, without fear of being arrested.
Best regards,
Bernard.
The Griffiths are part of that legacy, albeit not entirely, as the concept, as well as the initial production came from not only an outsider, but also from another country. To wit, they were even badged differently.
Those cars, that spring immediately to mind as having achieved legendary status, include the Sebring Granturas, the example being debated, here, Brian Hough's Tuscan, Martin's Mild Mooover, the Turbo S, and the 7/12s.
Photo Credit: I pilfered this from STR8 SIX's facebook feed.
Of all of these, The only one to have one a significant championship, and still be in existence, is this Tuscan. What's more, the series it won, is arguably one of the greatest of all time. It was the wildest, for lovers of sports cars, not only in Britain, but the world over. So, in the context of what this car means to TVR history, I hope we can all agree, that it is an extremely important piece.
Then, there is the other perspective, the one that looks at a significant car not only from a marque devotee's eyes, but in the broader context of other cars (surprisingly, they do exist). In relation to, for instance, an unimportant, overrated Ferrari 308 changing hands for the same amount, or a Porsche 911, with remotely similar history, fetching around three times as much, this car is an absolute bargain.
While there are surely organizers that will not allow it to run, others will, and I have a sneaking suspicion, that developing this car could be as much fun as one can have, without fear of being arrested.
Best regards,
Bernard.
Voodoo13 said:
Congrats on the purchase. I noticed that you said that you might be looking for some wheels, if thats the case I might be in a position to help.
I also have a set of the original J A Pearce Alloys I'm looking to sell on. They were originally on my car Tuscan UPY777J when it was first raced. In fact I'm looking to get rid of all sets of wheels that I have.
Nice Revos, too! I also have a set of the original J A Pearce Alloys I'm looking to sell on. They were originally on my car Tuscan UPY777J when it was first raced. In fact I'm looking to get rid of all sets of wheels that I have.
Edited by Voodoo13 on Monday 22 August 16:09
Best regards,
Bernard.
Dunc6001 said:
Quite a selection there? Issue with the older JAP wheels is that they are magnesium and due to the age possibility of cracking/hairline cracks, so your JAP wheels will be the same as mine, OK for the odd track day but I've been advised not to race on them?
What else do you have and what sizes?
Contact me directly if you wish?
Best and thanks
D
You should be able to find a machinist's shop, who are able to do crack detection on magnesium wheels. What else do you have and what sizes?
Contact me directly if you wish?
Best and thanks
D
Best regards,
Bernard.
P.S. Edited to add: Even cracks aren't so bad. A friend of mine has a weld repaired mag Halibrand rear, from a 427 Cobra.
Edited by Slow M on Friday 26th August 00:23
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