How many of you would buy a new TVR?
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te you have come out withBJWoods said:
and the market is very tough. his is assuming that any new TVR will be at the very least £50-60k.
(ie used v8 vantage roadster, used gallardo, new F type, etc..)
I probably wouldn't mainly due to the above reason, a new TVR will likely be 60k minimum. That opens up a LOT of options, Gallardos, V10 R8s, Ferraris - a 'new' TVR IMHO won't be the same as the old ones and there'd be so much unknown in terms of quality, reliability, drive and more importantly - longevity. Just my opinion so I don't expect too many to agree with me but hey ho! I wish the new owner a lot of luck but to me TVR died in 2006 - anything new is just another car but with the TVR name.(ie used v8 vantage roadster, used gallardo, new F type, etc..)
Fully agree. I wouldn't want to buy a new TVR unless it is really unique. I suspect any new one is going to be 70+ and for that money, I'd just get something like a Jag.
Wish the new owner luck though. If he does pull it off with something really special, then I'll add one to my collection.
Wish the new owner luck though. If he does pull it off with something really special, then I'll add one to my collection.
If they can produce something with the same key ingredients I was after of a great bespoke feeling interior, great exterior styling as well as superb performance and handling, then I'd defintiely be interested. They will need to keep the weight down and get it more refined than the old offerings with regards to rattles and build feel etc
There is no other modern car that appeals enough for me to part with that kind of money as they are all too heavy and too dull.
There is no other modern car that appeals enough for me to part with that kind of money as they are all too heavy and too dull.
It would depend on certain key things, The price tag and what you could buy for the same money, and if they stick to the TVR staple then it will be Fast, with bonkers interior and smooth yet aggressive lines, Engine choice may come into it. Do they go the LS route for simplicity and availability, or do they re-develop the Speed 6 and AJP V8 and keep everything in house so to speak.
I hope that the new owner will listen to fans and take heed of their suggestions and criticisms.
TVR isn't dead it is just dormant, and ready to bloom into life back in British hands.
If they launched with something similar to the Sagaris with a tested engine, ie from one of the leading TVR specialists, whether it be a V8 or straight 6 or both, and I had enough disposable cash, then I will most definitely have one.
I hope that the new owner will listen to fans and take heed of their suggestions and criticisms.
TVR isn't dead it is just dormant, and ready to bloom into life back in British hands.
If they launched with something similar to the Sagaris with a tested engine, ie from one of the leading TVR specialists, whether it be a V8 or straight 6 or both, and I had enough disposable cash, then I will most definitely have one.
The price is going to be the overwhelming determinant of success. The F-Type is so good and so desirable that any new TVR has to be irresistible or a lot cheaper. If you don't like the Jag then the used market is full of nearly new exotica that a £60k TVR has to contend with.
For me they need to keep the unlimited choice of paint and leather. Individuality is key to a TVR. After that keep it simple and keep the price as low as possible
For me they need to keep the unlimited choice of paint and leather. Individuality is key to a TVR. After that keep it simple and keep the price as low as possible
SonicHedgeHog said:
The price is going to be the overwhelming determinant of success. The F-Type is so good and so desirable that any new TVR has to be irresistible or a lot cheaper. If you don't like the Jag then the used market is full of nearly new exotica that a £60k TVR has to contend with.
For me they need to keep the unlimited choice of paint and leather. Individuality is key to a TVR. After that keep it simple and keep the price as low as possible
True re price but back in 2003 when the Sag was launched what sort of price was a new XKR, Porsche or similar?For me they need to keep the unlimited choice of paint and leather. Individuality is key to a TVR. After that keep it simple and keep the price as low as possible
50k back then got you a lot of other cars but people still paid for a Tiv.
£50k in today's money is about £80k. Most modern cars I would contrast a late Tiv against are at the £100k level and selling so if the formula is right I don't think price is that big an issue.
I think they can come in under the comparable everyday brands and find people like me who want the Tiv experience in a second car and no interest in the mass produced stuff.
As mentioned above the brand is more about the visual (inside and out) and driving experience. It's a brand that delivers something no mainstream builder can ever get to as they have to compromise for bigger overseas markets.
mr shifty said:
If what the new co. produces is good enough, TVR is probably the only make of car I'd consider buying new - a sentiment lead by heart rather than head. There's just something about the brand which I'm fixated on but which I can't put my finger on...
It is an intangible facet I can only describe as the functionality and thrill of your first ever car, which was always crap but the best car you will ever own, wrapped in a modern package that delivers as well as any exotica. DonkeyApple said:
It is an intangible facet I can only describe as the functionality and thrill of your first ever car, which was always crap but the best car you will ever own, wrapped in a modern package that delivers as well as any exotica.
Nicely put. My first car was a 1.0 3cyl Corsa. As for the best car I will ever own... it was pretty good at the time but the Tuscan is probably better on balance.Edited by mr shifty on Friday 21st June 13:29
If they are based on the same approach of outragious design, inside and out, and performance and noise, it will be down to price for me.
Maybe I will need to wait a couple of years but its great to know that they are on their way back.
A question that comes to mind is 'would I sell my Tuscan to buy a new TVR' ?
I dont know if any of the TVR Car Club North America lads are watching this but I know a few of them that would love to get there hands on newer models.
Maybe I will need to wait a couple of years but its great to know that they are on their way back.
A question that comes to mind is 'would I sell my Tuscan to buy a new TVR' ?
I dont know if any of the TVR Car Club North America lads are watching this but I know a few of them that would love to get there hands on newer models.
Edited by so called on Friday 21st June 15:55
I consider myself out of the race to more and better in material terms, but a brand new TVR that is totally deserving of the name is the one new car that I'd aspire to own and save up for as a car to keep 'forever'. OTOH I'm not interested in the least in owning the usual Ferrari, Porsche, Gallardo et al.
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