Hi to you all, Im waiting to collect my "new" S3

[Brioss]

Thanks to you all for a great website. This messaage board has been a wealth of info for me (new to TVR)I have been off work for the last 10 days on holiday and have spent this time running up and down the counrty in search of a S series car. On friday I did find a great example (S3 in Bath) I cant pick the car up until I recieve a cheque with the remenants of my ISA which will take a week or so.(cant wait)
The TVR will be my second car as I have a Passat for work. Does any one have advise on insurance? I have had quotes from £450 to £3000 I will be happy with a 4000 mile policy. Im based in the NW London(Harrow)/ Middlesex area ,look forward to meeting other S owners.
Any general advise would be welcome.
Thanks again> Brian.

[HarryW]

Congrats on the 'new' car, as for insurance I use Classic Line as they seem to do a very reasonable deal on the S's as 'future classics' on a second car policy. Be advised though like Mannings the official TVRCC insurer they only cover official club track days, if thats your bent.

Harry

[Brioss]

I wish to join the tvrcc but have yet not had a response (email). Does anyone have the number for Mannings?

Thanks Harry

[John Mac]

Welcome to the "S" club.
Mannings no. is 01491 578759.
Getting a good quote depends mostly on your age and particularly with Mannings if you haven't driven a performance car before they wont be interested in giving you a quote.
My best quote was with Footman James but there are several others you can try.
There was an extensive thread on Insurance about 6/7 weeks ago.
When you join the TVR Car Club the Sprint mag. will list several companies.
Good luck and enjoy.

[tonystiny]

Welcome to the club. I have mine insured through AON tel:[phone]. I've got 5000 miles and cost £360ish.
I'm sure you'll enjoy TVRing.
The only downside for me is the other car a 1983 2CV I can't wait!

[dern]

quote:The only downside for me is the other car a 1983 2CV I can't wait!

I love 2cvs, if you get bored of it let me know...

Mark

[HarryW]

quote:

quote:The only downside for me is the other car a 1983 2CV I can't wait!

I love 2cvs, if you get bored of it let me know...

Mark

Are they still considered as CND staff cars now days or have the reductions in the nuclear arsenal caused a glut in the 2CV market .

Harry

[rubyV8S]

Hi Brian,

I'm also in Harrow and am insured with Classic Line. This is my first tiv as well and the premium is £304, fully comp limited to 3000 miles.

As mine is also a second car, the other being a Seat Leon (suprisingly well put together)it doesn't get out as much as it should do, being treated to dry days out only. That will change I'm sure as the weather gets worse and that 'new car' feeling wears off!

Where in Harrow are you? We could meet up to give the cars a blatt when you've taken delivery

Mark

[tonystiny]

Arghh! The 2CV It does serve a purpose. It's great for going to the footy in cos no one'll bother messing with it. I also appreciate the Tiv so much more after driving it. I forgot to mention it's also left hand drive, fantastic for overtaking

[JSG]

Hi Brian,

Welcome. I used to have a S3, great cars - you'll love it. For insurance Classicline as others have said seem to be good, Mannings also for club members, however as per comments made they like you to have previous performance car experience.

You can contact the club by phone and join, details on the website www.tvrcc.com

Cheers,
JSG.

[roy c]

Brian,

Congratulations on your excellent choice of TVR.
I'm yet another S owner from Harrow.

I'm insured through Nortons /Heritage with a 5K miles limit.

Sorry that you had problems contacting the club.
Call the Club Office direct on 01952 770635.

Meanwhile, the TVRCC Middlesex Region web site is at:
www.tvrcc-middx.co.uk/
The monthly meeting is on 1st Wed of each month (tonight) in Harefield:
www.tvrcc-middx.co.uk/X2016Y764S10W700H400.gif

[shnozz]

Hi Brian - welcome to the S Club. You will not regret it (even if I was struggling to see 5 feet in front of me last night in peeing rain with cack headlights )

On the insurance front - no idea as I am a youngun and get hammered at £1200 a year!

>> Edited by shnozz on Wednesday 2nd October 08:46

[dern]

quote:Arghh! The 2CV It does serve a purpose. It's great for going to the footy in cos no one'll bother messing with it. I also appreciate the Tiv so much more after driving it. I forgot to mention it's also left hand drive, fantastic for overtaking

My first car after uni was a 2cv, had it for 3 years. I break out in a cold sweat now when I recall the overtakes I used to perform in it. I'd love another one.

Mark

Edited to add: I'm with Mannings, it costs a bit less than 500 with unrestricted miles, parked on the drive in berkshire. I'm 33.

>> Edited by dern on Wednesday 2nd October 10:18

[Jonzo]

Welcome !
Classicline also for my insurance for an S2...5000miles limit,full comp for £310, also includes breakdown recovery. (I'm age 35 in north kent, as a guide for price). Found them very friendly and helpful.

[mel-S3]

Try Manning’s first for insurance. They just insured my S3 on a classic policy for £247 with a 5000 mileage limit - great stuff (I'm 35).

Melvin

[brioss]

Thanks to you all, My best quote so far is £454 fully comp with a 4000 mile policy (Carol Nash) I dont have any no claims as I have a company car. I have more companys to call tomorrow.

Cheers