Anybody know this car?

[skoff]

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/196659.htm

Considering going to take a look, but it's a 400 mile round trip, so any heads-up will be very much appreciated!

I hear good things about Offords..

Thanks!

[touching cloth]

Don't know the car but that trim is interesting, not sure if it is in a good way or not, prolly need to see it in the flesh. Offords do indeed come fairly well recommended though so am sure it won't be a real dog.

Edited by touching cloth on Friday 20th July 11:17

[skoff]

Yes that's what I thought, plus there might be a chance of a reasonable warranty. It does seem cheap though...

[FUBAR]

touching cloth said:

that trim is interesting, not sure if it is in a good way or not,

Cripes

[Gazzab]

Cheap cerbs are cheap cerbs for a reason.

[hugepiece]

havn't seen the car but I really don't like the look of the seats either, don't forget it may be hard to shift on as it doesn't have leather! Infact I didn't even know you could order the car without leather, i've certainly never seen another one like it.........maybe there is a reason for that.

[ShirkyCerbie]

If you were to make the round trip, you could also view this beauty too:

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/180676.htm 

Not that I'm biased or anything :-)

[skoff]

Hmm starting to sound suspicious... Probably not worth the journey then...

[skoff]

ShirkyCerbie said:

If you were to make the round trip, you could also view this beauty too:

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/180676.htm 

Not that I'm biased or anything :-)

Biased? - Perish the thought...

Nice looking cerb btw Shirky... Trouble is that 15k would be eating into my contingency fund. Would have to save up a little more. Don't want to be labelled a 'tyre-kicker'

[stevo96]

How's about this one...
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/165156.htm

[QuiteQuietCerb]

If u ll base your decision 2 c the car.or not on the interior opinions then goodluck 2 u. have u considered that the price of it may b low just because of the interior and chassis &engine may b spot on? If not then go by one with nice leather that maybe a dog underneath. What I'm trying 2 say is don't judge tvrs by their cover but the more imporant stuff. U can buy leather seats from a breaker for a few quid but not a new engine

Edited by QuiteQuietCerb on Friday 20th July 20:02

[FarmyardPants]

stevo96 said:

How's about this one...
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/165156.htm

Whoa, my eyes! Reminds me of Pulp Fiction when they shot that guy in the car.

[RayVonn]

skoff said:

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/196659.htm

Considering going to take a look, but it's a 400 mile round trip, so any heads-up will be very much appreciated!

I hear good things about Offords..

Thanks!

I think this actual car was featured in one of the classic/sportscar mags either this month or last month - I'll have a look. Either way, if it is the same car, the mag was very complimentary about it

[skoff]

QuiteQuietCerb said:

If u ll base your decision 2 c the car.or not on the interior opinions then goodluck 2 u. have u considered that the price of it may b low just because of the interior and chassis &engine may b spot on? If not then go by one with nice leather that maybe a dog underneath. What I'm trying 2 say is don't judge tvrs by their cover but the more imporant stuff. U can buy leather seats from a breaker for a few quid but not a new engine

Edited by QuiteQuietCerb on Friday 20th July 20:02

To be honest, the interior didn't even cross my mind, but since it was brought up as a possibly suspicious aspect of the car I'm not sure I'd like to trek across the country to find out that it was actually a kia nexia with a body kit and a TVR badge

the good news is that the wife seems to like the look of it, and opinion seems split on here which is enough to make me want to see the car for myself...

RV - I would definitely be interested to know if you dig out that article..!

[RayVonn]

I found the article, its actually in August 2007 issue of classic cars, but as it happens its a different car. Sorry. Similar colour and also for sale at Offords, but the one in the mag has cream leather interior and is up for £13995.

[Tanguero]

I test drove this car last weekend and it certainly is not a dog. I was told it was one owner from new, had a relatively recent engine rebuild due to a snaped distributor jack shaft, and would be fully serviced before a sale was completed including replacing one diff bush that was worn. It drove beautifully and seemed (in my very limited experience!) to be well setup and responsive. Unfortunately neither I nor mor importantly my wife could live with that interior, otherwise you wouldnt have had the option of looking at it because I would have had it!!

HTH
Peter

[skoff]

Tanguero said:

I test drove this car last weekend and it certainly is not a dog. I was told it was one owner from new, had a relatively recent engine rebuild due to a snaped distributor jack shaft, and would be fully serviced before a sale was completed including replacing one diff bush that was worn. It drove beautifully and seemed (in my very limited experience!) to be well setup and responsive. Unfortunately neither I nor mor importantly my wife could live with that interior, otherwise you wouldnt have had the option of looking at it because I would have had it!!

HTH
Peter

Well weather permitting, and assuming it's not sold, I think I will go take a look. So how 'bad' is the interior?

[skoff]

RayVonn said:

I found the article, its actually in August 2007 issue of classic cars, but as it happens its a different car. Sorry. Similar colour and also for sale at Offords, but the one in the mag has cream leather interior and is up for £13995.

Thanks RV. might be worth a look too, but it would mean a chunk of money from the contingency budget..

[Tanguero]

skoff said:

Well weather permitting, and assuming it's not sold, I think I will go take a look. So how 'bad' is the interior?

It isnt bad as such - it is in good nick and the suede type finish certainly grips you better than leather, but personaly I dont like the look or more importantly, the feel of it. YMMV, it is a very personal choice.

Peter

[ridds]

Tanguero said:

I test drove this car last weekend and it certainly is not a dog. I was told it was one owner from new, had a relatively recent engine rebuild due to a snaped distributor jack shaft, and would be fully serviced before a sale was completed including replacing one diff bush that was worn. It drove beautifully and seemed (in my very limited experience!) to be well setup and responsive. Unfortunately neither I nor mor importantly my wife could live with that interior, otherwise you wouldnt have had the option of looking at it because I would have had it!!

HTH
Peter

Say what? Distributor jackshaft??? eh? Ask to see the rebuild invoice and see if there is any mention of a distributor jackshaft. Guys do your research, please.....