tuscan purchase?
Discussion
after selling my beloved impreza Im seriously considering a 2002 tusc. Im looking to use ther car all year round (although not in wintery conditions!!!!!) and do around 10k. My servicing budget is 2.5k per annum. Does this sound acceptable to you tuscan owners or am i being foolish???
Hi Stewart,
Have you had a good read of the forums, specifically the Tuscan and S6 forums?
£2.5k seems pretty fair, but I would caution that with the fact that you could always land yourself with a bigger bill now and then if the all too common S6 issues catch you out.
IMHO I have been very lucky with my Tuscan - take a look at my profile for running costs.
But, take my costs, then add on:
- £1000 for front end respray and general cosmetic tidy up (mine needs it if I were to sell, which I'm not!)
- £5000 for engine issues
- £700(?) for tyres (not replaced them yet, but due soon)
- £1000 for clutch
- etc
And you do get an idea of the costs you could be looking at, but evidently you shouldn't have to do that lot every year.
I do about 10k in my Tuscan, all year round, all weathers, although it isn't my only car.
If you are prepared to look at your purchase as something more than just a car, and treat it more as a hobby (or obsession) and lavish love (and money) as required then you'll be fine!
Have you had a good read of the forums, specifically the Tuscan and S6 forums?
£2.5k seems pretty fair, but I would caution that with the fact that you could always land yourself with a bigger bill now and then if the all too common S6 issues catch you out.
IMHO I have been very lucky with my Tuscan - take a look at my profile for running costs.
But, take my costs, then add on:
- £1000 for front end respray and general cosmetic tidy up (mine needs it if I were to sell, which I'm not!)
- £5000 for engine issues
- £700(?) for tyres (not replaced them yet, but due soon)
- £1000 for clutch
- etc
And you do get an idea of the costs you could be looking at, but evidently you shouldn't have to do that lot every year.
I do about 10k in my Tuscan, all year round, all weathers, although it isn't my only car.
If you are prepared to look at your purchase as something more than just a car, and treat it more as a hobby (or obsession) and lavish love (and money) as required then you'll be fine!
I would add that ensure you buy a car that has a full and in depth service history. Check the front end for excessive stone chipping which could suggest track use, and get a solid dealer warranty. A good dealer should put you in touch with the previous owner. When I sold my previous car, I had a lot of dialogue with the next potential owner.
I was able to reassure him on a number of issues, and from what I have seen of his posts on here he is still very pleased with the car.
Di
I was able to reassure him on a number of issues, and from what I have seen of his posts on here he is still very pleased with the car.
Di
Stewart,
My home County in the distant past was Ayrshire, one of the pleasing aspects of going home is the increased amount of Tiv's in Scotland.
Talk to some people via the net from the official regions of the TVRCC, they will be a good source of info.
Glengavirill are now situated on the outskirts of Edinburgh, easy and central for most peeps.
I test drove and bought what seemed like a dog in the test, but after the salesman "promised and confirmed in writing" it would be like new and they would rectify all faults as I listed, I signed the dotted line,
Haven't looked back, wonderful car, and I would certainly continue with the future purchase of another TVR.
Best Regards,
James Sim.
My home County in the distant past was Ayrshire, one of the pleasing aspects of going home is the increased amount of Tiv's in Scotland.
Talk to some people via the net from the official regions of the TVRCC, they will be a good source of info.
Glengavirill are now situated on the outskirts of Edinburgh, easy and central for most peeps.
I test drove and bought what seemed like a dog in the test, but after the salesman "promised and confirmed in writing" it would be like new and they would rectify all faults as I listed, I signed the dotted line,
Haven't looked back, wonderful car, and I would certainly continue with the future purchase of another TVR.
Best Regards,
James Sim.
Hi Stewart,
Im in central Scotland also, Glenvarigill have some TVRs In Perth as part of there Honda dealership.Im pretty sure they no longer do TVR in Edinburgh.
I bought my Tuscan 2001 private after looking at about a dozen Tuscan and Cerberas and eventually bought after looking for about six months. I would recommend buying one that has had a rebuild although this is no gaurentee that you wont need to get it rebuilt in the future, also a recent clutch replacement would be good as this can cost around £1k.
As for servicing and repairs I would highly reccomend Dreadnaught in Callender they really understand the cars and are reasonablly priced.
Tuscans are wonderfull cars real head turners with awsome performance.
Hope you find a good one you wont regret it.
George
Im in central Scotland also, Glenvarigill have some TVRs In Perth as part of there Honda dealership.Im pretty sure they no longer do TVR in Edinburgh.
I bought my Tuscan 2001 private after looking at about a dozen Tuscan and Cerberas and eventually bought after looking for about six months. I would recommend buying one that has had a rebuild although this is no gaurentee that you wont need to get it rebuilt in the future, also a recent clutch replacement would be good as this can cost around £1k.
As for servicing and repairs I would highly reccomend Dreadnaught in Callender they really understand the cars and are reasonablly priced.
Tuscans are wonderfull cars real head turners with awsome performance.
Hope you find a good one you wont regret it.
George
Hi Stewart
Alan MacDonald in Dalkeith usually has one or two Tuscans in stock. Glenvarigill leave their cars lying outside in a compound so make sure that there are no water leaks if you look at any. I've also heard that they wont be a TVR dealer for much longer so there might be a bargain or two when they clear out the stock. Most of the folk in the local TVRCC seem to go down south for their cars. My T350c came from Gorners in Wigan. Hexam have a good reputation too. If you are buying private I would get someone like Noel at V8 Sports to check it over.
Good Luck
Alan
Alan MacDonald in Dalkeith usually has one or two Tuscans in stock. Glenvarigill leave their cars lying outside in a compound so make sure that there are no water leaks if you look at any. I've also heard that they wont be a TVR dealer for much longer so there might be a bargain or two when they clear out the stock. Most of the folk in the local TVRCC seem to go down south for their cars. My T350c came from Gorners in Wigan. Hexam have a good reputation too. If you are buying private I would get someone like Noel at V8 Sports to check it over.
Good Luck
Alan
Not sure if this has been mentioned already - TVR approved dealers are now offering comprehensive warranties on car up to 5 years old (following an inspection). This includes wear and tear for engine problems etc. and comes in at around £1300ish a year I think, which would cover you for bills and leave you the remainder for servicing which should see you in budget!! 2002 from a dealer might be just the trick then!
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