The ultimate question! - probably not!??
The ultimate question! - probably not!??
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doddze

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1,302 posts

262 months

Sunday 23rd May 2004
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Hi

The ultimate question?? well maybe it is or maybe it isn't.........but all answers will be greatly appreciated. Should I buy an S1, S2 or S3??? I realise that a lot of the "models" merged... but as a new purchaser I am trying to get my head round the pros and cons of all the models.. All advice appreciated..... am now sure it is not a matter of if I buy one,......... but which one!!

V8Smith

3,510 posts

276 months

Sunday 23rd May 2004
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If you are really tall you should go for the S3 as it has longer doors, but if not just get the best you can afford. I would tend to look at all three and just pick a car that feels right for you, whichever you choose you will not be disapointed! The most important thing is the condition of the car, the actual model is not so imprtant, although the S3 also has the better mirrors and the later style dash, all IMHO

Mike

doddze

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1,302 posts

262 months

Sunday 23rd May 2004
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Mike

I'm not tall so it is not an issue. I will probably be looking to take her out in the wet every now and then but not high mleage. I am worried that if iI get an S1 in the wet that she could suffer because of no inner arches.... Don't mind paying more for an S2 or S3 if it makes a difference!! To be honest just don't want to buy a shagger!....


Paul

pies

13,116 posts

279 months

Sunday 23rd May 2004
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Condition first, then IMHO anything with the 2.9 engine purely because some bits are getting hard to source for the 2.8

doddze

Original Poster:

1,302 posts

262 months

Sunday 23rd May 2004
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Sory to be a nerd but what does IMHO mean??

pies

13,116 posts

279 months

Sunday 23rd May 2004
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In My Honest Opinion

doddze

Original Poster:

1,302 posts

262 months

Sunday 23rd May 2004
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cheers

alexkp

16,484 posts

267 months

Sunday 23rd May 2004
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I always though it meant In My Humble Opinion.

Always humble me...lol

walsingham

190 posts

270 months

Sunday 23rd May 2004
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I'd go for an S3, cobalt blue and magnolia hide myself.

Hoover33

5,993 posts

265 months

Sunday 23rd May 2004
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When I bought mine... did all the research on what to look for then drew up a short list:-

Bonnet air vent bulge a must
2.9 engine
Not a fan of the S3 dash
S3 longer doors good idea...

Ended up looking at just S2's... mind you have seen a few S3's with air vent bulge since..

At the end of the day its what you like

doddze

Original Poster:

1,302 posts

262 months

Sunday 23rd May 2004
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With regards to the bonnet bulge ........ don't they all have an intake (excuse my ignorance)?

mycroft

1,545 posts

270 months

Sunday 23rd May 2004
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IMHO TVR only made the car better through its few years of development. Therefore you should buy an S4 if you can find one.If you look at a few ,[as you should ]you will spot the dogs out there. Most things are sortable even the dreaded chassis, but this should be reflected in the price. How deep are you pockets , how long do you intend to keep the car? The answer to these questions are just as important in making your choice.
No slight intended to owners of earlyer cars
they are all special and will put a smile on your face and keep it there.
If your not far from Offord your not far from me ,come and have a look at a very average S if you want.
Dale
Spot the dog ..... A TV classic

WildfireS3

9,917 posts

275 months

Monday 24th May 2004
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doddze said:
With regards to the bonnet bulge ........ don't they all have an intake (excuse my ignorance)?



No, some of the later cars have Chimera style slits down the side of the bonnet instead.

As said above, the cars get better with development. That said I do prefer the S1/S2 style dash and I'm small so I can get in with the shorter doors. But I went for a good S3 in the end.

Podie

46,647 posts

298 months

Monday 24th May 2004
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WildfireS3 said:


doddze said:
With regards to the bonnet bulge ........ don't they all have an intake (excuse my ignorance)?





No, some of the later cars have Chimera style slits down the side of the bonnet instead.



Aye.. look at mine in my profile..

>> Edited by Podie on Monday 24th May 10:42

keirangrogan

486 posts

287 months

Monday 24th May 2004
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There is an S4 on autotrader for around 9K which is alot (3K) cheaper than I paid for mine albeit 6 years ago.

Mind you there is also a V8 for 9K so this could cause you some serious heart ache.

Mind you her is also a very optimistic garage advetising an S3 for 10K

Happy hunting.

doddze

Original Poster:

1,302 posts

262 months

Monday 24th May 2004
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Put a deposit on an s3 today. 23000 miles absolutely immaculate. From a dealer though so it wasn't cheap but I get 12 months warranty and all the bits..... roll on weekend after next when I pick her up!!!

WildfireS3

9,917 posts

275 months

Monday 24th May 2004
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23000 miles!! That's great! Can I ask where from?

Podie

46,647 posts

298 months

Monday 24th May 2004
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WildfireS3 said:
23000 miles!! That's great! Can I ask where from?


I'll ask him tonight.. he's coming to the SEL Kent meet with me..