3000m

[garfys v8s]

i like the look of the blue 3000m in the classifieds. i have previously owned an s3 and v8s,what differences can i expect ie performance, sound and reliability.thanks in advance,gary

[ColG]

Hi Gary,

I used to have an S2 and now have a Taimar. Performance wise they are very similar, I prefer the Taimar from the point that it is a little more rough around the edges and it's more seat of your pants driving. The shape of the M series certainly sems to be "fashionable" at the moment and I think an M is a better investment.

Downside compared to an S is you will miss the soft top and the performance will not match your old V8S (but you know that already).

Reliability is a difficult one, I think the same rules apply as to all older TVR's and that is don't buy on age, buy on condition. I could have bought a newer Taimar than mine for less money, but the one I bought had been owned by the same guy for 20 years and had been his cherished posession (even over his wife I think).

Cheers,

Colin

[garfys v8s]

thanks for the reply colin i really like the shape of the 3000m but i have to say i miss the performance of my old v8s. 0f course a griffith 200 would be nice but one can dream.maybe i will have to look at the chim or griff to get the same buzz.gary

[ColG]

Griff 200, mmmmmmm nice.

You probably know you will enjoy owning a Griff or a Chimmy. If it was me I'd go and have a drive in an M and see what you think.

I'm sure if you put up a post on your area's forum someone will come back with on and let you have ago.

[garfys v8s]

the car in question is less than five miles from me so i may contact the owner and give it a go after the weekend.

[ColG]

garfys v8s said:

the car in question is less than five miles from me so i may contact the owner and give it a go after the weekend.

Let me know what you think