daily driver for 6k ?

[srdtvr]

This has been asked before I'm sure, is it possible to get a Chim for around 6k that will do a daily 15mile run to work each day and not need to be put back together every weekend?
Been without a TVR for 2 years and feel the need again.
There seems to be a few for sale with with the important jobs done i.e. out riggers wish bones etc.
What are my chances ??
cheers
steve

[griffhnter]

I am looking for something a little rougher. Before the outriggers and wishbones were fitted the car you are looking for, it would probably have been worth £3,000 - less if it has no MoT or has been classified Cat C or Cat D.

I have looked at a few cars with the jobs done in the price range up to £6,000 and conclude that you should find what you are looking for, but if the car has not been a regular runner expect earth faults, 100 amp fuse breakages and hot start problems etc. Don't go out without a toolkit and multimeter and enjoy resolving this little niggles and you will end up with a satisfying daily runner.

If I see anything which might suit you I will let you know. If you see anything that fits my criteria, I would be greatful for an email - I would prefer a Griffith, but it looks as though I will have to settle for a Chimeara

[srdtvr]

thanks for the reply, I realise there will be the usual niggles to deal with but thats part of the fun - I just dont want to tackle rusty chassis work (again) so thats my main concern any other work done already would be a bonus. Good luck with your quest also.
cheers
steve

[Chris71]

I reckon with a cheeky offer on an early car you should be in with a shout - certainly if it's an ex-cat D or something. Did you commute with your previous TVRs? I have to confess it's been a while since I've commuted in anything interesting, but my personal thought is you need to have quite a fun route to work to make it worthwhile. If so, go for it.

[srdtvr]

My last TVR was used for the run to work and its a nice A road / lanes early run in the mornings. The run home is less fun - more traffic etc.
Cat D worries me - not the necessarily the repairs if its been done correctly, my worry is what view the insurance companies might take? Something I need to look into.
Cheers for the replies
Steve

[Chris71]

srdtvr said:

My last TVR was used for the run to work and its a nice A road / lanes early run in the mornings. The run home is less fun - more traffic etc.
Cat D worries me - not the necessarily the repairs if its been done correctly, my worry is what view the insurance companies might take? Something I need to look into.
Cheers for the replies
Steve

My S3 was a cat D and it was one of the best cars I've owned. It meant I got a mint example for an average budget and the insurance company didn't even flinch.

The key is to make sure the damage and subsequent repair is openly and extensively documented. The better repair jobs can be rebuilt to a higher standard than they left the factory. As for resale woes, well I sold mine for virtually as much as I bought it for and it went to the first guy who phoned up (a matter of hours after it appeared on the PH classifieds). So all-in-all it was a very painless ownership experience.

[dbv8]

I bought my 450 off ebay for that price.
I abused it for nearly 3 years, doing 5k per annum and lots of drag strip action before it fell to bits

[cerberaman]

I have a really nice one, 1994 4.0 in fantastic condition, would take £6500 at a push.
[e-mail] get in touch & I'll send pics.

[a1butch]

HI, PM me, I have a blue 95HC up for sale. Recent chasis work and front wishbones replaced last year. I use mine daily (10 miles round trip) with no problems whatsoever.
Just under 40k miles. Closer to 7k mark but well worth a visit :-)

[ewan221]

a1butch said:

HI, PM me, I have a blue 95HC up for sale. Recent chasis work and front wishbones replaced last year. I use mine daily (10 miles round trip) with no problems whatsoever.
Just under 40k miles. Closer to 7k mark but well worth a visit :-)

Pm sent :-)