Thinking of Buying My First TVR!
Discussion
I'm thinking of taking the plunge and getting myself a TVR. I have up to 12k to spend, so am after a Chimaera. I only do about 4k a year, dont need it to commute, so will be just for weekend driving. I havent driven one yet, so am after some advice on what to look for etc.
Oh yeah, and jusy how unreliable are they..it seems all What Car et al mention is their constant maintenance.....can this be true?
Also how practical are they for long distance driving in terms of comfort and cabin noise. I know part of the thrill of a TVR is the V8 growl, but from a passenger's perspective can this be wearing on long motorway cruises?
This will be my 1st venture into performace motoring too, but before any kids come on the scene etc, my wife has agreed that we should get a sports car that is "not boring"...weh hey! Am I doing the right thing?
>>> Edited by Gavstar on Thursday 15th April 19:09
Oh yeah, and jusy how unreliable are they..it seems all What Car et al mention is their constant maintenance.....can this be true?
Also how practical are they for long distance driving in terms of comfort and cabin noise. I know part of the thrill of a TVR is the V8 growl, but from a passenger's perspective can this be wearing on long motorway cruises?
This will be my 1st venture into performace motoring too, but before any kids come on the scene etc, my wife has agreed that we should get a sports car that is "not boring"...weh hey! Am I doing the right thing?
>>> Edited by Gavstar on Thursday 15th April 19:09
Nice one, thanks for all the tips! Rob Ingleby is the guy who runs www.findmeasprtscar.com or something isn't he? I guess the best thing for me to do is 1. Measure the length of my garage to check it will fit (!), and 2. Test drive some from a local dealer.
Can anyone recommend a sound specialist garage in the SE London/ North Kent area for repairs and servicing?
Also, a mate of mine just told me "don't get a TVR, they're crap, get a Boxster"....weirdo!
Can anyone recommend a sound specialist garage in the SE London/ North Kent area for repairs and servicing?
Also, a mate of mine just told me "don't get a TVR, they're crap, get a Boxster"....weirdo!
My thoughts exactly! Since deciding on a TVR I have been hoping to see a few driving around so that I can check them out, and I've only seen one, parked, in the last month! As for Porsches.....seen 'em every 5 minutes! Porsches smorches.
>> Edited by Gavstar on Friday 16th April 09:05
>> Edited by Gavstar on Friday 16th April 09:05
Right, have started looking seriously now! Saw one on Sunday which was not great - lots of stone chips, cut in back window, fraying on roof and most importantly, no PAS!
Am off to check out another one on Sunday...any thoughts on this...
www.pistonheads.com/sales/detail.asp?i=24444&sc=6HO3
I will of course be asking Rob Ingleby to inspect it if I am happy with what I can see.
BTW - still keep switching between sh!tting myself about what I might be letting myself in for cost-wise, and pure excitement at what lies ahead! I guess that's what it's all about.....
>> Edited by Gavstar on Thursday 24th June 16:46
Am off to check out another one on Sunday...any thoughts on this...
www.pistonheads.com/sales/detail.asp?i=24444&sc=6HO3
I will of course be asking Rob Ingleby to inspect it if I am happy with what I can see.
BTW - still keep switching between sh!tting myself about what I might be letting myself in for cost-wise, and pure excitement at what lies ahead! I guess that's what it's all about.....
>> Edited by Gavstar on Thursday 24th June 16:46
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