Introduction
Jacob Boodrie
A lightweight fibreglass shell combined with the tried and tested Rover V8 makes for a very quick and accessible performance focused car.
TVR is notorious for doing things a little differently. The Blackpool-born company started around '47 and has produced some of the most iconic lightweight sports cars the UK has ever seen.
The Chimaera hits the sweet spot between a highly focused performance car and a useable weekend toy. Under the lightweight fiberglass bonnet you'll find the Rover V8 - simple and strong mechanics. And underneath the body, the Chimaera was based on the same tubular chassis as the Griffith, but with softer suspension and more luggage space.
As the car matured it quickly became TVRs best-selling model, surpassing the Griffith and despite its laid-back setting, many actually preferred the handling balance of the Chimaera.
Darren has owned this stunning Chimaera twice and he's owned many fast sports cars over the years, but the Chimaera is by far and away his favourite. However, unfortunately due to down sizing Darren is looking for a new owner and has asked us to handle the sale.
This auction listing was written from information supplied by Jacob after meeting Darren the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.
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Ns outriggers replaced last year ,chassis was serviced & waxoyled at same time bill for over £2000 ,all paperwork in docs as advertised
Regards
Hi,
Interested in the TVR but need to know what is the condition of the chassis & out riggers.
Thanks
Yes all repaired
Hi Darren did you sort out the nail in the tyre? Kind regards Steve
Radio was removed as preferred the sound of the car ,replaced with blank ing plate
Hello
I notice there is a hole where the radio was, is this a detachable radio or is there no radio please?
Many thanks
Peter
Hi
I know you say that the auction has copies of all invoices and MOTs, but nobody saves or passes on the advisory sheets.
On the Govt MOT Check site they display all the full MOT and advisories going back to 2006. So this is something that the Auction cant show us.
With the reg number we can check.
Please can you supply?
Many thanks
TP
Stenhousemuir
Hi
Reg no R920LWO
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Hi Charles, Please do take the time to review the full listing, you’ll see paperwork for this work having been actioned for ~£2,000 last year. Thanks, Kulraj – Trade Classics
What is current state of outriggers and chassis
Hi Charles, Please do take the time to review the full listing, you’ll see paperwork for this work having been actioned for ~£2,000 last year. Thanks, Kulraj – Trade Classics. https://www.tradeclassics.com/auctions/tvr/1998-tvr-chimera-2/#gallery4-30
Hi
Yes 2 sets keys & fobs ,both working
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Hi Darren
Can you tell me what is meant by the wording on the invoice as Sold as
Spare or Repair please? Was there an issue with the car when you bought it?
No issue bought the car from a dealer with no mot as needed to take it home that day ,as I previously owned it so knew a its history
Regards
Thanks for the prompt reply. Also do you have two sets of keys and alarm fobs as only one is shown in the photo.
many thanks
Hi Darren,
Does the car have power assisted steering.
Thanks
Paul
Yes it does,all factory extras are on original bill of sale,hope this helps
I have owned a Chimaera 400 before and am looking to acquire another one. Please could you provide as many details of the history as possible; service data / dealership and details of major works undertaken? Please could you also advise the reg number so that I can check out the the background details..? Is the car available for viewing / a pre-bid inspection and if so what is the location please..? I look forward to hearing from you.
Thanks,
Simon Russell (private buyer)
The car has fully documented history from day 1,all in the write up,all viewings gave to go through trade classics ,if u contact them ,they will arrange
Regards
Hi Have the chassis and the outriggers beeninspected i know they are famous for rusting and its a body off repair,thanks
Yes outriggers have been inspected & ns were replaced in 2019 ,have full invoices for work
Regards
Vehicle Location
Warminster
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