Mobile TVR inspection service needed

[dg73]

I’m in the process of trying to source a mint Chimaera 500 or 450

I have owned a variety of performance cars but think I could benefit from someone who can discern an excellent car from a mediocre one, as I don’t really have the time or expertise to tinker with or restore a needy example.

I’ve heard there are various experts out there who offer a mobile inspection service for TVRs. Does anyone have any recommendations?

I noticed an advert on eBay from Phil Phedonos who seems to offer this service - has anyone on here experienced his work?

Thanks!

[phillpot]

dg73 said:

I noticed an advert on eBay from Phil Phedonos who seems to offer this service - has anyone on here experienced his work?

Thanks!

I believe he knows his stuff, never seen a complaint on here or heard of anyone not satisfied with his service.

[citizen smith]

Yes, I've used Philips Inspection Services - a very helpful man who knows his TVRs.

[TwinKam]

Another happy customer here.

[Milky No Sugar]

Phil is a decent chap and knows his stuff. I purchased my Chim 500 from him several years ago. Sales is not something he did a lot of, but he had, from memory, inspected the Chimaera for a client who purchased it and then a few months later upgraded to a supercar which Phil found for him, and I think took the Chim in as part of the deal.

Unless you are determined to buy privately, there are some decent dealers out there where you might not need a separate inspection carrying out. I recently purchased a Tamora from James Agger which they had pretty much fully rebuilt before selling it on and the car and aftersales service has been spot on. I would have no hesitation in recommending a car from James. The other big TVR Sales names like Str8Six and Amore have a good reputation for selling quality cars.

As ever with opinions regarding suppliers, there will be good and bad feedback about everyone.

[Skyedriver]

Someone who is interested in my Wedge would appreciate a professional view of the car. I'm in Scotland.