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Need some advice. I currently have a 996 C2 which is all very nice bust just isn't doing it for me.
Had a ride in a mates Chim the other day and I just have to have that V8 growl under my right foot, only problem is which one? Definately needs to be a five litre but would like to know any problems or good reasons to buy either.
Have considered a Tuscan but the V8 just does it for me.
Thanks for your help.
Had a ride in a mates Chim the other day and I just have to have that V8 growl under my right foot, only problem is which one? Definately needs to be a five litre but would like to know any problems or good reasons to buy either.
Have considered a Tuscan but the V8 just does it for me.
Thanks for your help.
It's very simple (IMHO):
Bigger boot required - Chim
Relative exclusivity / better residuals - Griff
Best looking - beauty is in the eye of the beholder and all that.
Other than that, for later versions of either model there isn't much in it. You will pay more for a same year Griff, but I reckon you would be more likely to get it back.
My choice? See profile...
Bigger boot required - Chim
Relative exclusivity / better residuals - Griff
Best looking - beauty is in the eye of the beholder and all that.
Other than that, for later versions of either model there isn't much in it. You will pay more for a same year Griff, but I reckon you would be more likely to get it back.
My choice? See profile...
NB36 said:
Are there any specific problems on either I should be worried about, I am coming from German efficiency you know?
Not really. Drive a Chim and you'll be marked down as a grinning, golf playing arse burglar. Drive a Griff and you'll be marked down as a grinning, knuckle dragging medallion man.
Either way you'll be grinning
JR said:
It's very simple (IMHO):
Even simpler IMHO. Anyone who has to ask can't be that bothered and so should buy the Chim because it's cheaper.
Your statemant is'nt rather helpfull.
So what are you trying to say.
Had both cars,both the same except
Chims= Calvin Klien
Gwiff= Jockey Y fronts
Chicks love the Chim,(no offence to the tiv lady owners)
Underneath they are the same car - it's all down to aesthetics in terms of which you prefer. I think the front end of the Griff looks the better of the two, but the Chimaera's rump flows far better - all IMO.
I have a 4.5 Chimaera, and the missus has a 5.0 Griffith. They both sound great, we love driving them, but the biggest piece of advice I'd give is buy on condition. Mine is a daily driver and the bigger boot is a bonus, but it really is horses for courses.
It'll be a big change from the Porsche, so I'd make sure you know what you're getting yourself into first...
I have a 4.5 Chimaera, and the missus has a 5.0 Griffith. They both sound great, we love driving them, but the biggest piece of advice I'd give is buy on condition. Mine is a daily driver and the bigger boot is a bonus, but it really is horses for courses.
It'll be a big change from the Porsche, so I'd make sure you know what you're getting yourself into first...
NB36 said:
Thanks for the advice.
Are there any specific problems on either I should be worried about, I am coming from German efficiency you know?
If you mean specific problems of Griff/Chim over each-other, then no, not really - they are the same car under the skin. It's more difficult to change the headlight bulb in the Griff. If you get a Griff, don't be tempted to lean on the 'smiley' bit at the front to work on the engine - some can crack on the shut-lines.
Each has it's own tell-tale signs of past prangs, so get a specialist TVR mechanic to inspect it. And make sure it goes in the air - anyone can find a shiny car, but almost all the potential misery, and the money sink, is underneath.
If you're coming from German efficiency, then some of the routine fettling you have to do will shock you at first, but you soon get used to it. Expect bits of trim to come loose, and always have some bostik in to glue carpets/seals back in place. Good practice is to wire brush,hammerite and waxoyl the chassis every year, and to waterproof the hood. Unless you buy very new/very low mileage, always carry a few fuses, a couple of relays, a screwdriver and a couple of spanners (in case you have to take the battery out). Some paint colours fade (watch for that when buying) and some are very prone to chipping because of the lower cure temperatures required for glass fibre, so a steady hand with a paintbrush is useful.
I could go on for hours for things that 'might happen', but mostly they are things you should look out for when you buy. Most of all, if your tummy goes over when you sit in it, then any tinkering won't matter to you - it's just an opportunity to spend more time playing with your car
Edited because I appear to be unable to write in sentences
>> Edited by rude girl on Tuesday 20th September 10:23
unrepentant said:
Mine is a daily driver and the bigger boot is great for my golf clubs, but it really is horses for courses.
none of that.... stooopid sodding game... no way are golf clubs getting in my boot. Dead bodies from Tuscan owners are, however, a different manner...
Podie said:
Podie said:
Mine is a daily driver and the bigger boot is great for my golf clubs, but it really is horses for courses.
Dead bodies from Tuscan owners are, however, a different manner...
I think you protesteth too much Pod.
Podie said:I've seen his boot - no way golf clubs or dead bodies are getting in there with the 5 spare wheels, 2 wardrobes, and 3 bin liners of girls knickers found under the windscreen wipers every time he returns to the car
Dead bodies from Tuscan owners are, however, a different manner...
unrepentant said:
unrepentant said:
Podie said:
Mine is a daily driver and the bigger boot is great for my golf clubs, but it really is horses for courses.
Dead bodies from Tuscan owners are, however, a different manner...
I think you protesteth too much Pod.
Anymore of that and you'll be in the boot sunshine...
V8 Kieran said:
Dead bodies from Tuscan owners are, however, a different manner...
I've seen his boot - no way golf clubs or dead bodies are getting in there with the 5 spare wheels, 2 wardrobes, and 3 bin liners of girls knickers found under the windscreen wipers every time he returns to the car
Ooooh... you bastid.
pics..? V8 Kieran said:
.....and the odd leather posing pouch, chest wig and medallion from a Griff owner too!
Dear Aunty Kieran
I have a Griff. I took the advice and bought the posing pouch (I didn't need the chest wig
) but it appears a little flaccid when I wear it. Can you offer any advice? Is this an affliction that affects all Griff drivers? Do Leven offer an upgrade? 
Podie, can you check under all the ladies' knickers to see if my wheel brace is in your boot please? NB36 - good luck with the search. Most of us are happy to be mailed offline if you want some more pointers.
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