i need a griff!

[funbobby]

right, im looking to get a griff and apart from the obvious such as chassis condition and the likes of, what else are problem areas and faults? also hoping to get a 500 but im wondering if these have reliability issues over the smaller engine models? any advice much appreciated.

[Chimjunkie]

Just do a search on this forum and a wealth of advice and info will be found!

[The Griffalo]

Any advice? Just do it

[roy e6]

funbobby said:

right, im looking to get a griff and apart from the obvious such as chassis condition and the likes of, what else are problem areas and faults? also hoping to get a 500 but im wondering if these have reliability issues over the smaller engine models? any advice much appreciated.

you want to get hold of topsparks he is selling his pretty well sorted griff.

[BJWoods]

funbobby said:

right, im looking to get a griff and apart from the obvious such as chassis condition and the likes of, what else are problem areas and faults? also hoping to get a 500 but im wondering if these have reliability issues over the smaller engine models? any advice much appreciated.

as the 'smaller' engine models are all over FIFTEEN years old, just find a car you like and buy on condition.

B

[funbobby]

so no issues between different engines then which is good. been stung on a bad tvr before so dont want to make same mistake again. think i would have a pre check by an expert this time or off a reputable dealer.offord tvr,s always seem to be going for a fair price.

[The AJP Griff]

As has already been said,buy on condition,not engine type.They are all very reliable,as long as looked after.You are very wise to get an expert inspection-try Rob Ingleby.
Get a good one and you'll be in heaven

[marks3drtaz]

Have a look at as many as poss, Chassis is vital so check very carefully. engine is cheap to work on, body and trim not so but are easy an easy fix compared to a body off. Chassis chassis chassis.

Just done a full resto body off and enjoyed it immensely but others may not and would cost about 6k for a garage to do.

Don't be put off and good luck

[marks3drtaz]

I just inspected a TVR that had a inspection 4 wks ago and needed welding and other parts so don't trust just any indie or stealer to inspect, the guys on here will point you in the right direction of someone who is up to the job.

[funbobby]

ok thanks everyone, would prob try and get inspection by tower view thats who i used to use. anyone know what rob charges and what area he is?

[dwgriffith]

Contact info for Rob see http://www.findasportscar.co.uk/