Most Tuscans have an instrument binnacle that is fixed to the steering column so it moves as the column is adjusted. Late production Tuscans have a binnacle that is fixed in place. The Mk2 also came with a shroud around the binnacle that some owners disliked as it covered the original's brass and alloy pod. A new shift light was added to the Mk2 to warn drivers not to over-rev the engine when it wasn't fully up to temperature, though the rev lights can fail. They are simple to replace.
Beautiful to look at, quirky in operation - pure TVR!
More tricky to fix is the LCD dash display when it begins to lose lines from its display in Mk1 models. No original replacements are available now, but specialists can offer a more modern alternative.
Radios are a source of annoyance for some Tuscan owners, with many reporting poor or no reception, while others say their cars' stereo is superb. Best to check this work properly before buying. Also, check all of the electrics function and the heater controls work smoothly and properly as it's not unusual for the heater controls to take a couple of attempts to do as they're asked. Early Mk1 Tuscans did not have air conditioning as standard, but it's very desirable due to the heat build-up inside the cabin with the roof fixed in place.
There's a lot of leather in the Tuscan's cabin, but most of it wears well. Only the bolster on the driver's seat takes a pounding in most cars and can become loose, so look out for this and budget for a repair if it's worn. Otherwise, the only thing to look for is the colour combination as some original owners' choices have not stood the test of time as well as others.
Owner's view:
"The air vents are all placed just below the windscreen, so directing air towards the driver or passenger is almost impossible (although air con and heater are effective). The controls for window winding and heater settings are a bit vague, so sometimes need to be twizzled a couple of times before they do what you are intending."
Eric Greveson