To service or not to service?

[S1X OK]

What would a prospective buyer think if 'a friend' was looking at letting go of her Tuscan - would it be advisable to have the car serviced beforehand or save herself a few hundred quid and let it go as is? Would paying the best part of a grand be recouped in the sale of the car?

[Zippee]

What service is it due? 6k or 12k? Either way even the 12k can be done for half the cost you mention.
How far away from service is the car? Personally, as a buyer I'd be wary of what else your 'friend' would be trying to cover up, ie/ what about other 'service' items such as valve clearances, engine mounts etc.

[phillpot]

If service is due or nearly due get it done. If not but service record is up to date I don't see it as a problem.

[Yex 450]

I'd get the service done and a "once over" from bumper to bumper by the garage (hopefully a recognized TVR specialist) that could make the sale go smoother providing nothing glaring was noted.

[S1X OK]

There's certainly nothing to hide, nor any glaring issues. It's done less than 27K, which is tragic and works out at an average of less than 2000 miles per year. It's just penny pinching not to have it serviced. It should be done, if only to provide reassurance to a prospective second owner.
Thanks for your responses.

[S1X OK]

Here's a thing. I had the 12K service with my regular man and while it was there, he had a call. Someone was looking for a T350 or a Tuscan.
Well, it just so happens... etc.

Yesterday I accepted a very agreeable offer on the car and I'm so relieved not to have to go through that whole nonsense of advertising and showing/demonstrating the car.

Happy days.