Chimaera - great car after some simple changes

[twobone]

I've only owned my 400 Chim for about 2 years. When I first got it, the aftermarket shocks were in bad shape, the tires were old and the brake master was shot. Also the engine was running poorly.

I replaced the shocks with new Bilsteins, put on new Yokoham tires and addressed the brakes. With lots of fresh gas run thru her, the poor running has passed.

I kicked off the Canadian season with a sunny but cool drive on some windy roads. Its all finally making sense. In comparison to some of my other classic sports car ownership experiences, I'm still getting used to the feel of the car. The long bonnet and low seating position are taking some getting used to. Also, the power brakes have a different feel versus my prior experience.

I'm loving that I can now trust it to carry more speed. I was on a huge uphill and gave it a boot full of throttle. It was great to feel all that torque.

I love its dual character....burbly cruiser and angry beast when asked.

Also...its a real curiosity around here. As rare as hens-teeth. The only people who know what it is are brits who moved to Canada, like the old chap who grew up in Blackpool who tried to offer to buy it this weekend.

No thanks - I think she's a keeper

[Brithunter]

Yes I find that especially when turning tight corners that the front is difficult to see and if the road drops away when turning it's even worse. Although have owned mine since September last years only got to meet her in person this month when collected her. She is settling down now after having a rude awakening after years of doing little mileage we covered over 3,000 miles in two weeks. The shock has caused the alternator to pack up so hopefully will be rebuilding that tomorrow se we can continue adding more miles.

The Chimaera is extremely rare here in fact she may be the only one in country. We know of a Cerbera and a Tuscan but no other Chimaera as yet. Most here have never heard of TVR!