Lovely Tuscan in the classifieds
Discussion
lovely car, indeed not original and could mentioned it in the ad, say as a
Tuscan V8 "clone" or "replica" or based on a Tuscan V6.
outside that I like it
(not thinking about that price that is ;-))
For me a car don't need to be original, almost none is...most are rebuilds anyway I guess.
I really do like the older models most from TVR, like the say Griffith 200 and Griffith 400 en Tuscan V8 models.
maybe one day I gonna own one too, a big V8 in front and with modern suspension, maybe a cage to make it more rigid, and wide tires and good shocks etc,
to get all the power on the ground without scaring yourself to much
Tuscan V8 "clone" or "replica" or based on a Tuscan V6.
outside that I like it
(not thinking about that price that is ;-))For me a car don't need to be original, almost none is...most are rebuilds anyway I guess.
I really do like the older models most from TVR, like the say Griffith 200 and Griffith 400 en Tuscan V8 models.
maybe one day I gonna own one too, a big V8 in front and with modern suspension, maybe a cage to make it more rigid, and wide tires and good shocks etc,
to get all the power on the ground without scaring yourself to much
heightswitch said:
Pat H said:
Yep, but there are people out there who will pay absolutely stupid money to buy a Tuscan....
Have you started it yet??
Going to begin with a new chassis, so need to decide now exactly what it is going to be.
V6 or V8? Roll hoop or full cage? etc etc.
Need to keep it in one lump whilst I get the original registration back on a V5, but that should be a formality.
Pat H said:
Well, I've just sold my Esprit, so I can afford to make a start.
Going to begin with a new chassis, so need to decide now exactly what it is going to be.
V6 or V8? Roll hoop or full cage? etc etc.
Need to keep it in one lump whilst I get the original registration back on a V5, but that should be a formality.
The offer of a ride in mine is still open if you’re undecided.
Going to begin with a new chassis, so need to decide now exactly what it is going to be.
V6 or V8? Roll hoop or full cage? etc etc.
Need to keep it in one lump whilst I get the original registration back on a V5, but that should be a formality.
The offer of a ride in mine is still open if you’re undecided.
Now I am the last person to be classed as a purist..But my view with your car is that There are far too few Original Tuscans left. Build it as a totally original car and tune the engine a little. The old Boat anchor is a lovely little engine and in perfect balance with the rest of the car..
A v8 car is a totally different proposition to a V6 car and will eat your money to do properly..Believe me when I say this..i've done it
I will post some pics of a proper v6 Tuscan when I find them. They are a lovely thing.
N.
A v8 car is a totally different proposition to a V6 car and will eat your money to do properly..Believe me when I say this..i've done it
I will post some pics of a proper v6 Tuscan when I find them. They are a lovely thing.
N.
heightswitch said:
I will post some pics of a proper v6 Tuscan when I find them. They are a lovely thing.
I'll look forward to seeing them.I am pretty much settled on keeping the Essex, but now is definitely the time to make the decision, so I am giving it much thought.
But if ever there was a car that should be kept reasonably original, then this is the one.
Looking forward to getting stuck into it.
heightswitch said:
Now I am the last person to be classed as a purist..But my view with your car is that There are far too few Original Tuscans left. Build it as a totally original car and tune the engine a little. The old Boat anchor is a lovely little engine and in perfect balance with the rest of the car..
A v8 car is a totally different proposition to a V6 car and will eat your money to do properly..Believe me when I say this..i've done it
I will post some pics of a proper v6 Tuscan when I find them. They are a lovely ks athing.
N.
Neil, A v8 car is a totally different proposition to a V6 car and will eat your money to do properly..Believe me when I say this..i've done it
I will post some pics of a proper v6 Tuscan when I find them. They are a lovely ks athing.
N.
In this case, though, his dad built the kit, so originality, and preservation don't relate to a "factory built" car.
Best,
B.
heightswitch said:
Right Pat.
IMHO. This is what you are aiming for.....
Yep, it is rather lovely. IMHO. This is what you are aiming for.....
I was speaking to Mike.....
Hi, Mike.
....only a couple of weeks ago, but I haven't yet seen his Tuscan in the flesh.
John Haggas, who only lives over the hill, also has a freshly rebuilt Tuscan, which I was looking at only this afternoon.
Both Mike and John have already been really helpful.
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