chimaera to tamora???
Discussion
I moved from a Chim about a year ago and haven't regretted it for one minute. The Tam is leagues ahead in terms of handling and while the V8 noise is fantastic, the S6 is equally amazing in a different way (JP sports exhaust makes for a more 'rumbly' sound, plus loads of pops and bangs 
).
As for reliability, I can only comment on my own experience which has been very positive (better than the Chim so far). I think the condition of each car can vary massively, but my 2004 example is doing fine (I'm typing with fingers crossed and trying to grab hold of something wooden!). Mine was well looked after by the previous owner and Ian at TorqueRVT recently gave it a clean bill of health.
Overall I'd just say go for it - they really are amazing cars
).As for reliability, I can only comment on my own experience which has been very positive (better than the Chim so far). I think the condition of each car can vary massively, but my 2004 example is doing fine (I'm typing with fingers crossed and trying to grab hold of something wooden!). Mine was well looked after by the previous owner and Ian at TorqueRVT recently gave it a clean bill of health.
Overall I'd just say go for it - they really are amazing cars
macca666 said:
just changed from 5 litre griff and have to say the tam is gutless in comparison. Good top end but I do miss the torqe of the v8.
Suppose it depends what chim you have.
Try putting some of the exahaust internals back in the car - that may help. I recall it was very loud with decat and sports pipes - not good for optimising torque.Suppose it depends what chim you have.
Moved from a 4ltr Chim to a new Tam 21 mths ago. Yes it was pricey, depreciation is pants, but I absolutely love the car. Found that the build quality was better than my '96 chim, didnt have to replace the Vauxhall indicator stalks etc etc. Handling wise, completely different cars, much more glued to the road in the Tam. Do miss the V8 rumble, but thats the only negative, but considering easing that with a sports zorst of some sort.
reliability - throttle cable has snapped, thats the only problem I have had that's meant the car didnt work, couple of small little niggles though.
You wont regret it.
reliability - throttle cable has snapped, thats the only problem I have had that's meant the car didnt work, couple of small little niggles though.
You wont regret it.
Changed my 4ltr Chim 9 months ago for a Tamora. Picking up the keys for the Tam and I was still unsure whether I had done the right thing or not. Soon as I turned the key to fire the Tam up (I had a TVR Power exhaust fitted before a collected her) forgot all about the Chim!!
Performance is much better, handling soooo much better, build quality significantly better.
In terms of reliability; heater flap problem, thermostat issue, oil pressure sensor needs changing...although small issues, they represent more than I had in 4 years of the Chimaera. Having said that I wouldn't change a thing, she's flippin' ballistic!
Go on, you won't regret it.
Performance is much better, handling soooo much better, build quality significantly better.
In terms of reliability; heater flap problem, thermostat issue, oil pressure sensor needs changing...although small issues, they represent more than I had in 4 years of the Chimaera. Having said that I wouldn't change a thing, she's flippin' ballistic!
Go on, you won't regret it.
There is only one advantage that the Chim has against the Tamora and that is Torque, you can feel the lack of the extra 2 cylinders below 3500 revs but then the Tamora comes alive and you will not miss the 2 extra cylinders of the Chim. especially at 4000 and above.
Something you must also consider is that I remember when the Chims and griffs were new the owners were complaining about niggles and some serious faults too!!. Now these cars are relatively older these niggles have been sorted over the years and this is coming true with the new generation of speed 6 cars. I have had to sort a few things out myself but I expected to. In another 3 years or so all or most cars will have been sorted by then.
If you test drive one makes sure it's warmed up properly and then take the rev's as high as you dare.
If you like the Chim, you'll love a Tamora
Something you must also consider is that I remember when the Chims and griffs were new the owners were complaining about niggles and some serious faults too!!. Now these cars are relatively older these niggles have been sorted over the years and this is coming true with the new generation of speed 6 cars. I have had to sort a few things out myself but I expected to. In another 3 years or so all or most cars will have been sorted by then.
If you test drive one makes sure it's warmed up properly and then take the rev's as high as you dare.
If you like the Chim, you'll love a Tamora
macca666 said:
just changed from 5 litre griff and have to say the tam is gutless in comparison. Good top end but I do miss the torqe of the v8.
Suppose it depends what chim you have.
The different engine characteristics couldn't be further apart. You certainly learn what a gearbox is for with an S6. Gone are the days of driving all day in 4th gear. Suppose it depends what chim you have.
My old Griff had a very different cam and general engine spec which meant that the power came in much higher up than on the normal Rover engines so it wasn't too much a leap to an S6, but I imagine it will be from a more normal one.
Getsis said:
There is only one advantage that the Chim has against the Tamora and that is Torque.
And the boot size, and the cost, and the fact that the roof fits in the boot without a problem, and the cost of servicing, and the cost of insuring, and the ground clearance.But.......given these few omissions, I agree, if you enjoy a Chim, your almost certain to love the Tamora
Daftlad said:
Getsis said:
There is only one advantage that the Chim has against the Tamora and that is Torque.
And the boot size, and the cost, and the fact that the roof fits in the boot without a problem, and the cost of servicing, and the cost of insuring, and the ground clearance.But.......given these few omissions, I agree, if you enjoy a Chim, your almost certain to love the Tamora
I forgot Servicing....... Try TorqueRVT. if you think that's expensive buy a push-iron. Insurance is the same as my Golf.
Nice TVR S by the way
Edited by Getsis on Tuesday 26th June 11:49
Edited by Getsis on Tuesday 26th June 11:50
Edited by Getsis on Tuesday 26th June 11:55
Getsis said:
Daftlad said:
Getsis said:
There is only one advantage that the Chim has against the Tamora and that is Torque.
And the boot size, and the cost, and the fact that the roof fits in the boot without a problem, and the cost of servicing, and the cost of insuring, and the ground clearance.But.......given these few omissions, I agree, if you enjoy a Chim, your almost certain to love the Tamora
I forgot Servicing....... Try TorqueRVT. if you think that's expensive buy a push-iron. Insurance is the same as my Golf.
Nice TVR S by the way
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Thanks for the comment on the S - it's a member of the family!!
EKIM.How do then, a few years back now I part exed my Griff 500 for a Tamora never thought i'd say it and yes i've never regretted it
when we picked our Tamora up from Dream Machines we parked the Griff next to our Tam which was waiting there for us and I have to say our Griff looked dated again I thought I'd never say that!!
We are now on our 2nd TAMORA which is FACTORY RR car and is even better.
Look round and find a good one with air/con TAMS R US.
when we picked our Tamora up from Dream Machines we parked the Griff next to our Tam which was waiting there for us and I have to say our Griff looked dated again I thought I'd never say that!!
We are now on our 2nd TAMORA which is FACTORY RR car and is even better.
Look round and find a good one with air/con TAMS R US.
Mine has the 18" alloys, and does not have a spare wheel, just a couple of cans of tyre weld (and RAC cover!!). Yes the boot is smaller than the Chim, I used to be able to get in a set of golf clubs and a trolley (with the wheels removed), with the roof in the boot. In the Tamora, not tried to get the clubs in yet, (because I have sort of retired from the most frustrating game on the planet) but suspect I couldn't fit them in with the roof in the boot. With the roof on the car, yes think they would fit, but not the trolley!!
For weekends away, as long as you pack things in smaller soft bags, you can fit quite a bit in there, just no suit cases, even the small ones.
For weekends away, as long as you pack things in smaller soft bags, you can fit quite a bit in there, just no suit cases, even the small ones.
can't comment on the main thread ie chimaera to Tamora, but on the boot size i have been on touring holidays for 3 years with her, and with the correct bags, ie squashable you can get tons in the boot. Also clever loading reveals space behind the seats etc.
cheers
Simon
Touring norway, sweden, denmark right now.....
cheers
Simon
Touring norway, sweden, denmark right now.....
b11jes said:
Hi
I am also looking for move from '99 4.5 Chim to a 4.0 Tamora (not 3.6) with air con and main concern is boot space compared, is there a spare tyre that can be removed and does anyone know of a conversion with roll over loops.
Just like to say I'm really pleased that my Tam went to Jes, he is clearly a real enthusiast who is using the car regularly, and will lavish much care and attention on her - all the best I am also looking for move from '99 4.5 Chim to a 4.0 Tamora (not 3.6) with air con and main concern is boot space compared, is there a spare tyre that can be removed and does anyone know of a conversion with roll over loops.
..... right, guess I'd better clear off to some German forums
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