1998 TVR Cerbera 4.5

KEY FACTS

• This TVR Cerbera is a thrilling and characterful British performance coupe, presented in an attractive colour scheme and with low mileage from new.
• It is powered by a naturally aspirated 4.5-litre V8 engine, driving the rear wheels via a five-speed manual transmission.
• First registered in March 1998, this example was only recently acquired by the seller, having remained with its previous owner for over 25 years.
• The odometer shows just 24,856 miles from new.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This Cerbera is finished in an attractive shade of blue, over a two-tone cream and dark blue leather-trimmed interior, featuring blue carpets with cream piping, beige cloth door card inlays, and satin-silver, brushed aluminium, and wood veneer trim.
• It rides on a set of 17-inch seven-spoke alloy wheels fitted with Hankook Ventus V12 Evo 2 tyres.
• Equipment includes a heated rear screen, a two-spoke steering wheel, an analogue clock, a Pioneer cassette stereo, air conditioning, and electrically operated windows and door mirrors.
• Accompanied by the original owner's manual, the stamped service booklet, the V5C, keycode cards, a selection of maintenance invoices, and two keys.
• Please note: the V5C shows an engine capacity of 4.2 litres, but the seller has confirmed that this is a 4.5-litre variant based on the VIN.

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• Specific notes from the seller include: a small tear in the driver's seat leather.
• MOT test history is shown via the button in the listing overview.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The last maintenance was in June 2026 at 24,630 miles by Powers Performance, which consisted of the differential being reconditioned, a new hydra track fitted, new differential bearings and seals, the differential oil changed, and the gearbox oil and seals changed.
• Both outer door buttons were replaced in September 2024 at 24,471 miles by Powers Performance.
• The air conditioning was recharged in August 2024.
• The seller notes that £22,907.93 of invoiced maintenance work has been performed.

Dates and mileage:

Dec 2000 - 8,702 miles - Yarnolds TVR

Dec 2001 - 11,246 miles - Kings (Warwick)

Apr 2004 - 13,823 miles - TVR Power

Nov 2004 - 13,972 miles - TVR Power

Apr 2006 - 14,739 miles - TVR Power

Aug 2014 - 17,640 miles - TVR Power

Sep 2016 - 23,295 miles - TVR Power

Oct 2018 - 24,207 miles - TVR Power

Oct 2023 - 24,272 miles - Powers Performance

Invoiced maintenance history:

Dec 2000 - 8,702miles Yarnolds TVR

Dec 2001 - 11,246miles Kinds Warwick £1,007.84

Dec 2002 - Powers Performance Invoice £75.85

Apr 2003 - Powers Performance Invoice £402.44

Apr 2004 - 13,823 miles TVR Power performance Invoice £1,175.48

Nov 2004 - 13,972 miles TVR Power Performance Invoice £465.78

Apr 2006 - 14,739 miles TVR Power Performance Invoice £430.62

Sep 2010 - TVR Powers Performance Invoice £945.92

Aug 2013 - TVR Powers Performance Invoice £66

Aug 2014 - 17,640 miles TVR power Performance £577.69

Oct 2014 - TVR Powers Performance Invoice £96

Sep 2016 - 23,295miles TVR Powers Performance Invoice £1,211.09

Oct 2018 - 24,207 miles TVR Power Performance Invoice £1,302.60

Dec 2018 - TVR Powers Performance Invoice £182.38

Oct 2023 - 24,272 miles TVR Powers Performance Invoice £8,430.48

Apr 2024 - 24,338 miles TVR Powers Performance Invoice £1,475.98

Jun 2024 - Powers Performance Invoice- £687

Aug 2024 - Powers Performance Invoice £282

Sep 2024 - 24,471 miles Powers Performance invoice £421.62

Jun 2026 - 24.630 miles Powers Performance invoice £3,671.16

SUMMARY

The TVR Cerbera is a truly distinctive and visceral British sports car, celebrated for its bold styling, powerful V8 engine, and engaging driving experience. This particular example benefits from long-term previous ownership, low mileage and an appealing colour scheme. It would make a thrilling addition to any collection of British performance cars, and promises to deliver a rewarding and characterful driving experience for its next enthusiast owner.

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