Buying a Tamora Advice
Discussion
I've been contemplating buying a TVR for over a year to replace my Elise S1 which is getting difficult to get in and out of due to my advancing years and lack of flexibility. Covid has derailed plans somewhat but I've still been weighing up the options.
Thought about a V8S and Chim but now find myself being drawn to the Speed Six models. The Tuscan I just can't get away with the front end and they are probably a bit too expensive. I do however really like the Tamora and have been looking a all the adverts I can find.
My concern is about the engine, it appears that many have had to have major work including new blocks and or heads.
If I can get one that has had work done already does that mean it'll probably not need major work again and if I go for one that hasn't had any problems I should expect a rebuild at some stage?
Any other advice would be gratefully accepted.
Thought about a V8S and Chim but now find myself being drawn to the Speed Six models. The Tuscan I just can't get away with the front end and they are probably a bit too expensive. I do however really like the Tamora and have been looking a all the adverts I can find.
My concern is about the engine, it appears that many have had to have major work including new blocks and or heads.
If I can get one that has had work done already does that mean it'll probably not need major work again and if I go for one that hasn't had any problems I should expect a rebuild at some stage?
Any other advice would be gratefully accepted.
Mutley00 said:
Dont do it Nigel - stay with the Elise! My wife asked me to name the favourite of my cars, expecting me to say the Tuscan S and was surprised when I chose my Elise. Age should not be a factor - if you are younger than me (61) you should be ashamed of yourself and get some stretching exercises done
I'm older than you (65) and a lot of my problems stem from a medical condition. During the 1st lockdown I cycled more than 1100 miles without much improvement.I love the Elise and may find an S2 easier to get in and out of but I'm also exploring more options.
mark-tda4s said:
https://www.pistonheads.com/buy/listing/10764399
Please see my Tamora listing. Believe me, I had the same worries about the engine when I bought it. I took it to RTRacing for a Gold service which includes tappets. When I picked it up, i was told to go enjoy the car and stop worrying about it as the engine was in perfect condition and as new. They went on to say that 99%of speed 6 engines that were going to fail would have failed by now and that was due to inferior components that TVR had to buy due to cash flow issues from time to time, however, there were some very good engines made, some of which achieve 60k or more miles without work.
Another point mentioned was the 3.6 never suffered as much as the 4.0 for some unexplained reason.
I guess a good service record, regular good oil changes and careful warm up are crucial when looking at these cars.
I owned a Chimaera for 5 years and always wanted a Tuscan but after test driving 3 I was disappointed! I stumbled across a Tamora at a show and fell in love. I soon purchased one and never looked back. They are awesomely fast if required, handle like a go kart and drive sedately around town like a modern car returning relatively good mpg.
Don't be put off by the engine, just choose a well cared for car!
By the way, I'm only selling mine due to purchasing a rather expensive money pit of a boat and can't afford both.
Good luck with your search and feel free to ask questions.Mark
I've looked at your car numerous times and it does look ideal but I will have to sell the Elise first and start earning money again (due to the lockdowns) so it'll probably be gone by then. Please see my Tamora listing. Believe me, I had the same worries about the engine when I bought it. I took it to RTRacing for a Gold service which includes tappets. When I picked it up, i was told to go enjoy the car and stop worrying about it as the engine was in perfect condition and as new. They went on to say that 99%of speed 6 engines that were going to fail would have failed by now and that was due to inferior components that TVR had to buy due to cash flow issues from time to time, however, there were some very good engines made, some of which achieve 60k or more miles without work.
Another point mentioned was the 3.6 never suffered as much as the 4.0 for some unexplained reason.
I guess a good service record, regular good oil changes and careful warm up are crucial when looking at these cars.
I owned a Chimaera for 5 years and always wanted a Tuscan but after test driving 3 I was disappointed! I stumbled across a Tamora at a show and fell in love. I soon purchased one and never looked back. They are awesomely fast if required, handle like a go kart and drive sedately around town like a modern car returning relatively good mpg.
Don't be put off by the engine, just choose a well cared for car!
By the way, I'm only selling mine due to purchasing a rather expensive money pit of a boat and can't afford both.
Good luck with your search and feel free to ask questions.Mark
Thanks for your advice however, very useful.
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