Differences in head room...

[OliverRR91]

So, today I sat in a couple of Tuscans..My objective was to see if I could fit in a T350C....and I don't. (or a Tamora)

I sat in MK2 Tuscan S convertible and just about got comfy enough..I assume I could remove the seat runners? (I've just got my existing Chimaera seat bolted straight onto the floor)

I also sat in a MK1 Tuscan Targa and had no chance...

So, my question is...Is it the convertible bit of it providing more head room or is it the MK2 just a little bit taller?

[anonymous-user]

I am 6'3'' I had a Mk1 for 6 years , roomy and most comfortable TVR I have owned.
I also had a Chim before the Tuscan.

It has much more room than a z4 I also own

[mach2]

The roofline of the the Tuscan convertible is higher due to the roll hoops fitted behind the seats. As a consequence the folding rear part of the convertible "pram" needs to be higher to clear the hoops when in the upright position.
If you study a couple of side on pics of both the convertible and the targa the difference is quite obvious.

[s6boy]

Did you take out the seat cushion in the Mk1? Specifically put there for the taller gentleman or those wearing a crash helmet.

[so called]

mach2 said:

The roofline of the the Tuscan convertible is higher due to the roll hoops fitted behind the seats. As a consequence the folding rear part of the convertible "pram" needs to be higher to clear the hoops when in the upright position.
If you study a couple of side on pics of both the convertible and the targa the difference is quite obvious.

I can post a couple of photo's later this evening.

[OliverRR91]

I didn't remove any cushions, equally I imagine it'll be rather uncomfortable with no cushion?

Photos would be great.

[so called]

so called said:

mach2 said:

The roofline of the the Tuscan convertible is higher due to the roll hoops fitted behind the seats. As a consequence the folding rear part of the convertible "pram" needs to be higher to clear the hoops when in the upright position.
If you study a couple of side on pics of both the convertible and the targa the difference is quite obvious.

I can post a couple of photo's later this evening.

Sorry, I forgot.
(Tax time).

[s6boy]

OliverRR91 said:

I didn't remove any cushions, equally I imagine it'll be rather uncomfortable with no cushion?

I didn't find it at all uncomfortable, with the added benefit it gives masses more lateral support. Basically changes the seat from touring to quasi bucket - could still do with more shoulder and bolster support to do a proper job though but that would make getting in and out more difficult.

I'm sure the T350 have the same seats so if it's one of those you're after have another look.

[Big GT]

OliverRR91 said:

So, today I sat in a couple of Tuscans..My objective was to see if I could fit in a T350C....and I don't. (or a Tamora)

I sat in MK2 Tuscan S convertible and just about got comfy enough..I assume I could remove the seat runners? (I've just got my existing Chimaera seat bolted straight onto the floor)

I also sat in a MK1 Tuscan Targa and had no chance...

So, my question is...Is it the convertible bit of it providing more head room or is it the MK2 just a little bit taller?

How tall are you OP? I'm 6'7" and fit within a MK1 in reasonable comfort - just. I didn't think the MK2 was different when I previously Sat in one.


But with a Chimaera, T350 I had no chance