Still happy after 13 years

[ochten]

Bought spring 2007 a 2001 Red Rose. The Tuscan had during that time a
avarage reputation. Now after 13 year intensive use it runs greater then ever! Thank you TVR!

[8Speed]

The more they're used, the better they go.

[ollyh1988]

Great to own a car for so long. Agree with the other comment - these cars really do need using!

[so called]

I bought my current Tuscan in 2009.
I've done 56k miles in the first 8 years and she's been great.
The last 3 years Ive only done about 8 k miles and I have several small issue which I think are down to damp/corrosion on electrics.
So yes, keep driving and keep them moving.

[SparkBert]

I've had mine now since 2002 and can't believe it's now 18 years of ups and downs but most definately more ups... Used to use her to regularly drive from London to Newcastle on weekends and around central London to work (oh those hot traffic jam days!) then went unused for maybe 10 years but now back on the road and being gently massaged around..D

[QBee]

SparkBert said:

I've had mine now since 2002 and can't believe it's now 18 years of ups and downs but most definitely more ups... Used to use her to regularly drive from London to Newcastle on weekends and around central London to work (oh those hot traffic jam days!) then went unused for maybe 10 years but now back on the road and being gently massaged around..D

I can't believe anyone could have owned a TVR for 18 years and not found the need/pleasure to be on PH until now.
Only downside of PH membership in my experience is it creates a need to spend money.

[Gordon Johns]

I've had mine since 2001, built to my spec. Over 160k miles, huge applications of wallet. It's been from Lands End to John O Groats, and all over Belgium and France only as far down as Paris. Fantastic fun.

[so called]

Gordon Johns said:

I've had mine since 2001, built to my spec. Over 160k miles, huge applications of wallet. It's been from Lands End to John O Groats, and all over Belgium and France only as far down as Paris. Fantastic fun.

160,000 miles - great.
Can I ask about rebuilds?
My year 2000 Mk1 had 2 at 35k and 70k. Unfortunately I wrote her off at around 90k.
My Mk 2 convertible is on 86k no rebuild.
Many trips to Germany, Spain, Portugal.

[Gordon Johns]

Good question - 2 partial engine rebuilds, 1 in year 1 and 1 in yr 3, full engine rebuild at 70k in 2009, perfect ever since. Multiple clutch rebuilds, and new chassis about 5 yrs ago. Ho hum.

[SparkBert]

QBee said:

SparkBert said:

I've had mine now since 2002 and can't believe it's now 18 years of ups and downs but most definitely more ups... Used to use her to regularly drive from London to Newcastle on weekends and around central London to work (oh those hot traffic jam days!) then went unused for maybe 10 years but now back on the road and being gently massaged around..D

I can't believe anyone could have owned a TVR for 18 years and not found the need/pleasure to be on PH until now.
Only downside of PH membership in my experience is it creates a need to spend money.

[SparkBert]

I've been watching PH all these years but never really posted as kept forgetting passwords and resetting emails never arrived so would always just give up

Things on the forums have slowed down since the early 2000's....

[nawarne]

My Tuscan is coming up to 102,000 miles.
I've driven the last 72K miles. Been to a few of the national TVRCC events, Germany, Belgium, France and (touching wood), only had a recovery from the side of the road once (clutch slave popped its seals).

The car has had a rebuilt steering rack and engine rebuild to 4.3 at Str8Six. December 2019 it made 412.9 bhp at Surrey Rolling Road....about 8 years/50K miles after rebuild. I've had 2 clutches (complete) during my ownership...guess I'm not hard on them!

Yes, I'm always sorting out minor electrical issues - but with a clear road, sun out and the prospect of a beer and meal in a nice part of France, you can't get anything close. Drive 'em, they're cars, that's their raison s'etre.

Nick