2002 TVR Tamora

KEY FACTS

• This TVR Tamora is an exciting and rare British open-top sports car, lauded by some as the best-handling TVR ever made.
• Powered by a naturally aspirated 3.6-litre straight-six engine, sending around 350bhp to the rear wheels via a five-speed manual transmission.
• Performance statistics from TVR include 0-60 mph in 4.2 seconds, and a top speed of approximately 175mph.
• First registered in October 2002, this example has been with the seller for over nine and a half years.
• The odometer shows a modest 35,558 miles from new.
• This Tamora is understood to be one of only 356 examples ever produced.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• Finished in the vibrant shade of Red Bull Blue with a black soft-top roof, over a blue faux-leather and grey Alcantara-trimmed interior.
• It rides on a set of 18-inch seven-spoke alloy wheels finished in gunmetal, fitted with Toyo Proxes tyres.
• Equipment includes an easily removable targa top that can be stored in the boot, and a rear screen that folds down flat for a full convertible experience, as well as a Personal steering wheel, an aluminium gear knob and handbrake handle, a Pioneer stereo, a multi-CD changer, electric mirrors, and electric windows.
• The car is also fitted with the original TVR Meta alarm system as well as a Thatcham-approved Clifford Concept 650 alarm-immobiliser.
• Accompanied by the original TVR handbook, which includes a stamped service record, the original TVR toolkit, the Clifford alarm system handbook, key code cards, fusebox diagram, a spare wheel of the same pattern but slightly darker colour (no tyre), and various small spare parts, along with two keys.

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• Specific notes from the seller include: the external passenger door switch and boot switch can be temperamental, there is some fading of the interior trim due to UV light, wear around the handbrake lever on the centre console trim, a thin line of wear on the lower exterior edge of the driver's seat back, minor trim damage on the glove box lid and the top of the removable targa top, and the rubber seals on the targa top can detach when removing the top from the boot.
• There are also several small paint scuffs and chips around the car, with the worst chip located on the top of the cooling air intake box visible through the bonnet vent and the tyres were fitted at approximately 30,000 miles.
• MOT test history is shown via the button in the listing overview.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The car was most recently serviced in June 2024 at 31,823 miles by Track V Road, which consisted of an engine oil and filter change, a new alternator belt, new air and fuel filters, all new spark plugs, the gearbox oil being changed, the differential oil being renewed, and an upgraded 100-amp fuse.
• A previous service was completed in June 2021 at 28,684 miles by Roy Christopher & Sons Ltd
• A service was performed in November 2017 at 26,449 miles by Track V Road.

Dates and mileage:

Jan 2003 - 1,441 miles - The TVR Centre

Sep 2003 - 3,626 miles - The TVR Centre

Aug 2004 - 6,802 miles - The TVR Centre

Aug 2005 - 9,405 miles - David Gerald TVR Sportscars

May 2006 - 10,520 miles - David Gerald TVR Sportscars

Jun 2007 - 14,936 miles - Silverstone TVR

May 2008 - 17,170 miles - Silverstone Performance

Jun 2009 - 18,929 miles - Silverstone Performance

Jul 2010 - 20,629 miles - Silverstone Performance

Jul 2011 - 21,368 miles - Allon White Sports Cars

Nov 2012 - 22,296 miles - STR8 Six TVR Specialist

Jun 2014 - 23,137 miles - Tony Gilbert Cars Ltd

Dec 2016 - 23,781 miles - Tony Gilbert Cars Ltd

Nov 2017 - 26,449 miles - Track V Road

Jun 2021 - 28,684 miles - Roy Christopher & Sons Ltd

Jun 2024 - 31,823 miles - Track V Road

SUMMARY

The TVR Tamora is an exciting British open-top sports car, celebrated for its raw driving experience and exceptional handling. This particular example, understood to be one of only 356 ever built, combines a potent straight-six engine with a lightweight chassis, offering impressive performance and the versatility of a removable targa top. Accompanied by its original handbook and service record, it represents a rare opportunity to acquire a distinctive and engaging modern classic that promises to deliver an unadulterated driving experience for its next enthusiast owner.

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