Newbie Question

[n1ckm]

A friend of mine is considering buying a Tamora but is a bit in the dark when it comes to TVR's - in laymans terms, what are the main differences between the Tamora, T350 and Tuscan ?

Is there anything he should be looking for when looking at a Tamora ?

[coach]

God, there is quite a bit really - others may come along with a hooooooge list.....

I would recommend, that if your friend is not familiar with TVR's then use an experienced finder or Semi indy

I used Rob Ingleby www.findasportscar.co.uk Rob will either inspect and give you a large report for a one off fee or actually find the car to your budget and spec

James Agger also is reputable www.jamesagger.com

Both are TVRCC members as well

Regards

Coach

Edited by coach on Wednesday 7th March 13:18

[AlexRWD]

Tuscan came out first, then Tamora, which by all accounts has a more "user friendly chassis" than the Tuscan. Both use the TVR straight 6 engine, 4 litre in Tuscan, 3.6 in Tam but only 10bhp difference according to TVR, the 3.6 a more revvy engine. And there are different versions of the engine in both cars.

T350 is coupe version of the Tamora, it is exactly the same car mechanically, engine, suspension, interior - seats, dash, controls etc - but with a roll cage and roof, so a bit heavier than the Tam.

If your friend wants a full convertible then should go for the Tam, unless can afford a newer Tuscan II convertible then could try that as well. Standard Tuscans have removeable roof and rear window. And there is a version of T350 with 2 removeable targa panels.

Edited by AlexRWD on Wednesday 7th March 20:18

[neilboyd]

coach said:

I would recommend, that if your friend is not familiar with TVR's then use an experienced finder or Semi indy

I used Rob Ingleby www.findasportscar.co.uk Rob will either inspect and give you a large report for a one off fee or actually find the car to your budget and spec

Coach

Couldn't agree more.
Rob Ingleby inspected two cars for me. I now own the second one. Let's just say that I'm VERY glad he inspected the first one for me (which I see is still for sale - not on Pistonheads, I hasten to add!)

He will either inspect a car of your choosing, or will find you a car to suit your specification.
Just phone the man - Rob will effectively pay for himself by saving your friend from making a costly mistake.

Neil

[marcpardoe]

Where are Rob and James located???
Do they charge on a distance basis to inspect cars for you??

What kind of cost are wee lokking at??

Thanks!

[neilboyd]

marcpardoe said:

Where are Rob and James located???
Do they charge on a distance basis to inspect cars for you??
What kind of cost are wee lokking at??

Thanks!

I haven't used James Agger, so can't comment on his service.
Rob is based in Lincoln, but covers the UK as far as I am aware. Certainly he inspected a couple of cars for me in the London area and I know of at least 2 other owners from Scotland for whom he has inspected cars around the country.

IIRC, he charges around £500 to find you a car, or around £250 to inspect a car that you've found. This will vary slightly depending on how far he has to travel to carry out the inspection. I went for the latter option - twice! Both garages that he visited on my behalf were VERY complimentary about his thoroughness.

I bought my Tamora on the strength of Rob's opinion alone. I hadn't seen it until I collected it, banker's draft in hand. His reputation in the local TVR-CC was good enough for me.

In response to the other part of your request re the differences between cars:
Tuscan - dramatic, drop-dead styling. Removable hard top with permanent "roll bar" from which the glass can be removed.
Tamora - proper convertible. To me its the natural evolution of the Griff (MY OPINION - no flaming please)
T350 - a coupe version of the Tamora (same interior etc)
All of them are faster than any sane person needs day-to-day and are leagues ahead of the likes of Elises in terms of practicality, comfort, and the sheer drama of being in one (in a good way). I believe the Tamora is an "easier" drive than the Tuscan. I consider myself to be a fairly competent driver, with lots of track hours, but there's no point in risking ending up in a field 'cos I have a momentary lapse of concentration!

I prefer the Tamora as its a "proper" convertible. I almost went for one of the last Griffiths, but realised that I really liked the more modern styling of the Tamora. I suspect that Griffs will have a cheaper lifetime cost of ownership, if that's an issue for you. And the V8s do make a magic noise.....


Neil