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Hi Guys
I am new to piston heads, just thought I would say hi.
I am serously considering buying a Chimara, and am looking for advice on buying one. Just wondered if there are posts I can look at where this subject has been covered before? This will save you guys writing things again.
I look forward to showing pictures of my new purchase shortly.
Cheers JJ
Hi James!
I purchased my first chim 4 months ago it’s a dream car for me and luckily my chariot as I like to call her has lived up to all my hopes and dreams
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If I was you I would buy the Steve Heath tvr second edition from the TVRCC or on e-bay, it will cover nearly all the questions you will want to know about the car itself . Then just keep looking in the classifieds until one jumps out at you
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Pistonheads has been a god send to me , so look every day
for more info, you can never have enough info!
. TVR’s are a sound car if looked after so history is very important, the little problems you get with them are usually easy to fix, do-it-yourself or by a good garage who knows the cars well, parts seem very reasonable too.
Good luck with your search and buy the best condition one you can find.
It’s a buyers market.
You won’t regret it!
I purchased my first chim 4 months ago it’s a dream car for me and luckily my chariot as I like to call her has lived up to all my hopes and dreams
. If I was you I would buy the Steve Heath tvr second edition from the TVRCC or on e-bay, it will cover nearly all the questions you will want to know about the car itself . Then just keep looking in the classifieds until one jumps out at you
. Pistonheads has been a god send to me , so look every day
for more info, you can never have enough info! . TVR’s are a sound car if looked after so history is very important, the little problems you get with them are usually easy to fix, do-it-yourself or by a good garage who knows the cars well, parts seem very reasonable too.
Good luck with your search and buy the best condition one you can find.
It’s a buyers market.
You won’t regret it!
Cheers for the reply.
I have been looking around it appears a mine field what with rusty chasis etc. It doesn't even look as if you can trust a tvr dealer. Have seen one on ebay for about 9k going to see it at the weekend. I can't afford to get one which will burn a hole in my pocket though. My 900 carlsson is trying to do that already
Are there any friendly chaps on pistonheads that come out to help look at candidates for a few beers or a breakfast?
I have been looking around it appears a mine field what with rusty chasis etc. It doesn't even look as if you can trust a tvr dealer. Have seen one on ebay for about 9k going to see it at the weekend. I can't afford to get one which will burn a hole in my pocket though. My 900 carlsson is trying to do that already
Are there any friendly chaps on pistonheads that come out to help look at candidates for a few beers or a breakfast?
I've heard that Rob Ingleby will source you a good specimen, for a fee (£400 or £500 I think), which I've heard is worth it to avoid ending up with a lemon and all the associated costs. I'm sure someone on this forum will know how to contact him.
I hope to be in the market for a Chim early next year and may consider using Rob rather than trusting my own (limited) judgement.
I hope to be in the market for a Chim early next year and may consider using Rob rather than trusting my own (limited) judgement.
. Problem is knowing what is a bad one. Their expensive as it is without having to fix em straigt away.Just do it, bought mine about 6 months ago and used it nearly every day - a few niggles but as any 98 car may get - look around the forums on here the advice is second to none and invaluable, certainly steered me the right way. I took Rob Ingleby to look at my fist potential purchase and he had found the one I finally bought for the previous owner only 12 months before. He gives a thorough check and knows what to look for (as I didnt) as hes seen a few - 07799142860 - to get in touch. Happy Hunting
Hi Guy spent the weekend looking at various chimaras. They all have some elements which I don't like. I've found one I like R reg 58k from a tvr dealer it comes with a TVR Warranty. They are looking for just under £11k. Does this seem fair (i know it depends on the quality etc.) I just wondered what these should really be retailing at.
jj
jj
jubileejim said:
Hi Guy spent the weekend looking at various chimaras. They all have some elements which I don't like. I've found one I like R reg 58k from a tvr dealer it comes with a TVR Warranty. They are looking for just under £11k. Does this seem fair (i know it depends on the quality etc.) I just wondered what these should really be retailing at.
jj
jj
Good price from a dealer when you take into consideration warranty.
Private seller i would expect 9.5-10k
Animal
v8 animal said:
jubileejim said:
Cheers.
If I arranged an AA inspection would they know what they were looking for chasis wise?
If I arranged an AA inspection would they know what they were looking for chasis wise?
If it's a TVR dealer i reckon you can be pretty safe but it's your choise at the end of the day.
Very true.
If its at a dealer get them to put the car on the ramp & show you underneath & around the car.
I doubt the AA will be any help at all, they dont usually know their way around TVR's very well.
Theres a few specialists in the area who might be able to help, but if you need to know more drop me a line through my profile & I'll try to point you in the right direction.
Nick
SE London & NW Kent TVRCC
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