Which is better car?

[deerhound]

I am looking to buy a TVR convertable, prefer the bigger engine car, I cant seem to find any info on types of TVRs and years they were made, any help including types to avoid would be great, many thanks JBD

[Del 203]

Happy to help


& these aren't the ones to be avoided

Edited by Del 203 on Thursday 28th August 20:10

[RichB]

deerhound said:

I cant seem to find any info on types of TVRs and years they were made...

Are you serious, just Google TVR / Griffith / Chimaera / Tamora / S Series - there must be 1,000's of pages of stuff

p.s. get a Griff 500 unless you play golf in which case a Chimaera 4.5 will suit you better

Edited by RichB on Thursday 28th August 20:47

[deerhound]

Thanks Guys the Griff I will look at, had a 3000m at one time. JBD

[V8 GRF]

deerhound said:

I am looking to buy a TVR convertable, prefer the bigger engine car, I cant seem to find any info on types of TVRs and years they were made, any help including types to avoid would be great, many thanks JBD

Look at threads on here, join the TVRCC, go to some meetings and talk to owners, best way of getting all the info you need.

[deerhound]

Thanks again for reply and info, yes I was member of TVR car club as well and will re-join.JBD

[bigdods]

best bet is to buy the steve heath chim/griff guide , its called the bible and has everything you need to know including a big section on teh history of the cars and the various model types. I believe you can pick one up at the tvrcc web site

[RichB]

deerhound said:

Thanks Guys the Griff I will look at, had a 3000m at one time. JBD

Don't discount the V8S if you like the more old-school stuff.

[TeGriffic]

deerhound said:

I am looking to buy a TVR convertable,

Get a Griff, it's easier to spell than Chimeara.

[Del 203]

TeGriffic said:

deerhound said:

I am looking to buy a TVR convertable,

Get a Griff, it's easier to spell than Chimeara.

Easy...

Chimp

HTH

[Dave_M]

I had 2 'M's, an S2 and now have a V8S - that would be a good choice, the others would too though

(I just like them all)

[Jasandjules]

deerhound said:

I am looking to buy a TVR convertable, prefer the bigger engine car, I cant seem to find any info on types of TVRs and years they were made, any help including types to avoid would be great, many thanks JBD

Going to a few club meets will help you decide which car you like the most.

I've had an S, a Wedge, and a couple of Chimaeras too.. All lovely cars, but for different reasons.

[LordGrover]

Get a Griffith. A precat if you want to stand out from the crowd.

Do not buy something like this: clicky - It's just wrong!

[That Daddy]

If it was my choice,it would have to be the cleanest Griff serp 500 i could find

Edited by That Daddy on Friday 29th August 22:41

[glow worm]

http://www.pistonheads.co.uk/gassing/topic.asp?h=0...

[deerhound]

Many thanks, Is the precat Griff quicker? I am looking for a car to drive and enjoy everyday, good power, good looks and good sound? I dont suppose these cars can be fitted with towbar? my other hobby is clsssic speedboats but will tow with my other car, not to bothered about cost of TVR as long as it is correct car? JBD

[deerhound]

Here was my original list, E-Type, BMW Z4, TVR, Westfield,MG V8, now its TVR for power looks, can I expect maybe the correct Griff to hold it's price? Thanks again, JBD

[Dave_M]

TBH, I think prices are unpredictable at the moment.

The Griff is a classic version of a well loved marque and I would not expect prices to crash. Having said that, I'm off to collect my 3rd tiv tomorrow as it's at an irresistable price.

[FUBAR]

Del 203 said:

TeGriffic said:

deerhound said:

I am looking to buy a TVR convertable,

Get a Griff, it's easier to spell than Chimeara.

Easy...

Chump

HTH

EFA

[RichB]

deerhound said:

...can I expect maybe the correct Griff to hold it's price? Thanks again, JBD

Because there were something like 9:1 Chimps to Griffs they will always be slightly more desirable. I think a well looked after example will always hold it's value these days. I doubt TVRs will ever see the remarkable appreciation in values that Ferraris have and now Astons but you shouldn't lose money on it.

p.s. Quite an eclectic mix you've got there BMW Z4 is basically a new car get in, start it and drive but after a few weeks uninvolved as opposed to an E-Type which these days is an old motor car which will require fettling and nurturing to own. I guess the TVRs sit in between because you will certainly need to be interested in cars to own one.