At 16:03 05-05-99 -0400, you wrote:
>Hi all!!
>
>Well, the Sprite should be back on the road in about 2 weeks. Tranny and
>engine are almost done, new Sprite sneakers next week, and a few body
>cleanups is all that's left.
>
>But in the meantime, I've found something else.....
>Is anyone familiar with TVR?? I found a '73 or '74 TVR at a local shop.
>It's either a Vixen IV or 2500M, but looks like a Taimar coupe. The
>original TR6 engine has been replaced by a GM even fire 2.8 V6 with headers
>and so on. Body and everything seems to be in good shape. Needs a little
>TLC, but is not a project car(nor do I need another one). They are asking
>$9500 for it.
Price is high, by my estimate more that $3000. Most cars for NA were TR6
engined though in UK I believe you could also get the Essex or Cologne V6
(Ford). Quality is that of a speciality car maker and everything you hear
is probably true. There is a good book on TVRs from the group that surveys
marques and also a great book on TVR history - sadly it is out of print and
my copy is not for sale.
Bon Chance
Martyn>
>1) This price seems high especially since the engine has been changed.
>Does this seem to be about the right price??
>2) Can this be used as a good weather car?? I'd be replacing the Z/28
>with the TVR and I have a Jeep for bad weather(or Holly's Disco!).
>Probably would drive the TVR 2 or 3 times a week to work.
>3) What would insurance be like if it's registered normally in PA??
>
>I'm hoping someone can offer suggestions. Can't find a whole lot of info
>and can't get on the TVR list for some reason. The serial number is at
>home and that might be of some use in determining the model.
>
>TIA!!
>Jason.
>
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