more fun in an S ...

[mowog]

Have just returned to TVR motoring with an S3. Had a 4.3 Griff a few years ago. I have to say that in the first 48 hrs of ownership I seem to be having more fun than I ever did in the Griff. Twice the fun at half the cost.

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[PetrolTed]

Absolutely! The S may be a little cruder in terms of refinement but it gives a whole lot more feedback to all your senses!

[Podie]

re-fine-what?!?!

S is my first TVR, although I've driven many others... love it to bits, even if it is a bit agricultural!

Also tends to get noticed a bit more than Chim's and Griff's, since there don't seem to be quite as many about!

[chin up]

Hmmmmmm. Definately food for thought for a chap who is thinking of upgrading to a griff after 2 years with an S3C. More room in the s footwells for my clod hopping feet though....it's just that I'm used to 170 bhp now and it doesn't quite feel fast enough anymore. Maybe I'll get a V8s..oh- I don't know!!! Pass the lager

[simon67]

Have to agree

My current TVR is a tatty S2 with no history & it drives better than all of my previous TVRs put together. Sometimes there's just something that you can't put your finger on - lighter, sweeter and, well, just right! The Chim cost big money to buy, the V8S big money to mainain and get running right & the tatty S2 cost next to nothing to buy & even less to maintain. I think that when you find the right one it's worth keeping it for the duration - just like a good woman!

All the best

Simon

[tvrgaas]

Hey guys, don't get too carried away with the S is better. Yep the S is a lot of fun, esp at more road legal speeds. I think James Hunt used to have an A35 for the same reason ...
(Dad has an 850cc A35 van - lots of character - I borrowed it as my first car in the mid 1980's)

However the Griffith is ALOT more of everything, but may be a bit boring when driven on the speedo. Hence I'm keeping the S (as well) for a while.

[Qualia]

tvrgaas said:
However the Griffith is ALOT more of everything, but may be a bit boring when driven on the speedo. Hence I'm keeping the S (as well) for a while.

Lucky you, an S AND a Griff, now that's greedy
I always fancied a Cerbie as a second TVR. I wouldn't do it though, even if I could afford it. Really don't need another car to be cleaned, having just spent the best part of the weekend to get the S all nice and shiny for the trip to Le Mans.

[Goz]

Ive been there too 4.3 grif then 4.3 big valve - cash probems ! - S3c then an other 4.3 grif. #
SC3 better made and more solid in my experience but slow and bloody uncomfortable couldn't wait to get a V8 again shame I can't find another big value though.

And grifs are so cheap now why not get one or 2 and you can get classic insurance as well

[lordb]

engine? driving experience? sound? feedback? alive?
.....wots all that about!
I only bought an S cuz it looks better!?!?!?
Wot a Larf!

Peace
LB

[Midge]

I must admit, and Podie will verify this, I literally had tears in my eyes when I let my S3c go. Biggest mistake I ever made 'cause I've had nothing but hassle with my 430 Chimaera (that is until I turn the key of course!)

[The Gozzer]

My S3c was the most uncomfortable car ever - the Grif is far better in every way.
No contest

[Podie]

Midge said: I must admit, and Podie will verify this, I literally had tears in my eyes when I let my S3c go. Biggest mistake I ever made 'cause I've had nothing but hassle with my 430 Chimaera (that is until I turn the key of course!)

tis true... he disappeared into the house before I had a chance to say bye! Still, the offer still stands Midge - if I see you around, you're more than welcome to come for a blast!

[S2 Giles]

So as an S2 owner always on the look out for the right Griff, what are the opinions of the 4.3 or 5.0 ?

Strange forum to ask that in i guess, but the guys contributing above seem to of had 4.3's in particular.

Cheers