Sad advice needed!

[morebeanz]

I thought I would never have to, but I find that I can no longer fund the Cerbera's habit and will have to pass it on to another.

However I cannot bring myself to go cold turkey and leave the TVR fold, so I am exploring whether I could afford to run one of the other models in a more fiscally prudent manner. Sooooo...

...what would be a sensible choice? Are the Rover engined beasties significantly cheaper to run? Would a wedge be a prudent choice? How can I stick with the gang without the sort of outlay that the Cerb requires?

I don't need the capital from the Cerb sale, although some dividend would be nice, but I HAVE to reduce my outgoings!

[ColG]

.....and now for something completely different.....

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/326298.htm

You never know, you might just like it.

[Gaffer]

Chimaera, after all its what the Cerb is based on.

Go for a 4.5/5.0 engine and then if you want even more power either get the uprated Plenum/AFM combo or TVR Powers Supercharger.

I wouldn't bother with the overpriced, older looking, less stylish Griffith.

Claire

[Steve_T]

Short answer yes. A chim or griff is probably the best choice re. running costs. The RV8 will cause few if any problems, pads and tyres are cheaper and so's servicing. You'll get more chim for your money, a griff will probably hold on to more money.

Steve.

[rev-erend]

Sounds like a sad day ..

Guess the down sides are there are only 2 seats but the upside is the Wedge/Chim/Griff cost about 1/2 of what a Cerb costs in maintenance.. just a ball park figure mind you.

They are all just as much fun too !

[LordGrover]

Gaffer said:

Chimaera, after all its what the Cerb is based on.

Go for a 4.5/5.0 engine and then if you want even more power either get the uprated Plenum/AFM combo or TVR Powers Supercharger.

I wouldn't bother with the overpriced, older looking, less stylish Griffith.

Claire

Where's my face-schlappin' smilie when I need it?

Less stylish your arse!

[rev-erend]

Gaffer said:

I wouldn't bother with the overpriced, older looking, less stylish Griffith.

Claire

He would need a medalion too..

[Longers]

Sorry to hear you've got to part with you P&J.

Depends what you want from the next car but one of the most cost effective way to own a TVR is an S series. Ok, maybe I'm biaSed.....

I've gone from S to Chim to S. If it's a weekend toy you're after the S will give you a big for small £'s and will be a bit more "exclusive" than the Chim or Griff (if that's important to you). If it's an everyday car you want then the Chim or Griff will be more refined.

S, Chim or Griff - either way you'll get the benefit of some roof off motoring
Longers

[PR350]

Oh go on then, I'll swap you my wedge for your Cerb

[coolcatmaz]

Parted with my tiv yesterday I'm absolutely gutted and still can't get used to the vacant spot on the drive.

[morebeanz]

coolcatmaz said:

Parted with my tiv yesterday I'm absolutely gutted and still can't get used to the vacant spot on the drive.

That's the bit I don't think I can handle - I just don't think grown men should cry!

I think a few test drives are in order, and I shall have to catch up with various of you Surrey folks to chat about real world costs.

[Zippee]

LordGrover said:

Gaffer said:

Chimaera, after all its what the Cerb is based on.

Go for a 4.5/5.0 engine and then if you want even more power either get the uprated Plenum/AFM combo or TVR Powers Supercharger.

I wouldn't bother with the overpriced, older looking, less stylish Griffith.

Claire

Where's my face-schlappin' smilie when I need it?

Less stylish your arse!

Disagree with you here as unlike the Griff Claire has quite a nice arse!

[derekg500]

Bloody hell Ian,

Bit of a shock mate, this could be your last run in the cerb then??

On the up side, I think a griff would suit you down to the ground. You're too young for a wedge, (sorry Rev) and not limp wristed enough for a chim.
We'll have a chat about it soon.

Derek

[Tuscan Tart]

Hi Ian,

Come on man pull yourself together,get a grip man

Not the best person to ask mate,I spent a fortune on my Wedge

A fortune on my Griff

And the kids inheritance on the Tuscan

Seriously though mate they all try our patience and the long sufferings but we couldn't be without a Tvr, the noise, the speed, the fun

Hope you find the answer Ian

oooooops wrong log in

Dean

Edited by Tuscan Tart on Thursday 7th February 18:08

[cloggy]

coolcatmaz said:

Parted with my tiv yesterday I'm absolutely gutted and still can't get used to the vacant spot on the drive.

[shudder] Are you going to get another one, please say yes [/shudder]

[morebeanz]

derekg500 said:

Bloody hell Ian,

Bit of a shock mate, this could be your last run in the cerb then??

On the up side, I think a griff would suit you down to the ground. You're too young for a wedge, (sorry Rev) and not limp wristed enough for a chim.
We'll have a chat about it soon.

Derek

I am hoping to get to the Sunday Service the following weekend, and I haven't actually sold it yet! So I wouldn't hold your breath on the speed of divestment! But unfortunately I AM serious.

Definitely interested in exploring the Griff option (I don't play golf ), so we will have to take some time to chat.

Thanks for all the input folks (and for the moral support ).

[coolcatmaz]

cloggy said:

coolcatmaz said:

Parted with my tiv yesterday I'm absolutely gutted and still can't get used to the vacant spot on the drive.

[shudder] Are you going to get another one, please say yes [/shudder]

At some stage yes, but I need to get my priorities in order first this year.

I'm not affraid to admit it, but I have shed more than a tear or two this week, I really didn't want to sell the tiv but had no other option.

[ironictwist]

coolcatmaz said:

cloggy said:

coolcatmaz said:

Parted with my tiv yesterday I'm absolutely gutted and still can't get used to the vacant spot on the drive.

[shudder] Are you going to get another one, please say yes [/shudder]

At some stage yes, but I need to get my priorities in order first this year.

I'm not affraid to admit it, but I have shed more than a tear or two this week, I really didn't want to sell the tiv but had no other option.

Good god, you finally sold it?!

I was under the impression it was one of those "Im selling! Honest i am!" then you're out hooning for the next 6 months in it

Heartbreaking though by the sounds of it

[SEN 18]

morebeanz said:

I thought I would never have to, but I find that I can no longer fund the Cerbera's habit and will have to pass it on to another.

However I cannot bring myself to go cold turkey and leave the TVR fold, so I am exploring whether I could afford to run one of the other models in a more fiscally prudent manner. Sooooo...

...what would be a sensible choice? Are the Rover engined beasties significantly cheaper to run? Would a wedge be a prudent choice? How can I stick with the gang without the sort of outlay that the Cerb requires?

I don't need the capital from the Cerb sale, although some dividend would be nice, but I HAVE to reduce my outgoings!

How about getting the wife to work some overtime

[coolcatmaz]

ironictwist said:

coolcatmaz said:

cloggy said:

coolcatmaz said:

Parted with my tiv yesterday I'm absolutely gutted and still can't get used to the vacant spot on the drive.

[shudder] Are you going to get another one, please say yes [/shudder]

At some stage yes, but I need to get my priorities in order first this year.

I'm not affraid to admit it, but I have shed more than a tear or two this week, I really didn't want to sell the tiv but had no other option.

Good god, you finally sold it?!

I was under the impression it was one of those "Im selling! Honest i am!" then you're out hooning for the next 6 months in it

Heartbreaking though by the sounds of it

I nearly backed out of it yesterday, I even called my other half to ask if I was doing the right thing by selling it.

It really is quite odd not having her sat there on the drive anymore.