scooby_doo_do Posted November 22, 2007 Share Posted November 22, 2007 http://www.tripkings.co.uk/tvr hasn't broken down yet - And yes - before you say it, i know the number plate is an anagram for PINK. However, be assured the colour is actually Raspberry. Not sure how long i'll keep this one for.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackie Posted November 22, 2007 Share Posted November 22, 2007 omg!! how cool is that? i love tvrs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr lover Posted November 22, 2007 Share Posted November 22, 2007 looks like a red supra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael Posted November 22, 2007 Share Posted November 22, 2007 Can you buy matching lipstick? Looks nice though, something I'll get one day (in a different colour) - I'd be interested to hear weekly reports on how you get on with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scooby_doo_do Posted November 22, 2007 Author Share Posted November 22, 2007 Full TVR service history, 2 owners from new - First owner Aston villa chairman/director (Hence colour) Air con and heated windows/side mirrors :-) 15,500 miles - covering only 2000 since 2000 - been in a barn for 7 years with the exception of going to the MOT station and TVR for a service. No traction control, No ABS - so perfect for the winter season. Took it out on Sat and if you rev it over 2k in first or second from a standing start, the wheels spin up (Thats on a brand new set of SO2's) - Scary as hell to drive. If i'm still here on Monday i'll let you know ;-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guigsy Posted November 22, 2007 Share Posted November 22, 2007 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Posted November 22, 2007 Share Posted November 22, 2007 Very nice indeed Always wanted one of those! Is that the 4.2 or 4.5? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted November 22, 2007 Share Posted November 22, 2007 I honestly couldn't drive a car in that colour even though I'm very comfortable with my sexuality. Horses for courses and all that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scooby_doo_do Posted November 22, 2007 Author Share Posted November 22, 2007 In all fairness, it sounds crap inside. Sounds very tappity and not loud in any way.. From the outside however, it sounds like a spitfire on steroids. I would say it doesn't feel as fast as the supra as you don't get thumped into the seat, with this you put your foot down and its just all grunt, and a hell of a lot more concentration is needed. I went for a 2 hour drive and i felt like i had been for a 20minute jog (20 minutes is a long time for a fat person to run ;-) ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scooby_doo_do Posted November 22, 2007 Author Share Posted November 22, 2007 it's the 4.2 AJP engine - which i'm sure will blow at at some point in time. The colour's not that bad, you do get use to it as it changes colour from a pink with silver flick, to a dark purple with a shine. Right, i'm off to get my stilletto's and go for a drive....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jevansio Posted November 22, 2007 Share Posted November 22, 2007 Very nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted November 22, 2007 Share Posted November 22, 2007 I quite like the colour, not sure what that tells you.... It'll be easy for the breakdown services to spot, anyway. Just kidding, I hope it gives sterling service. But I'd carry an RAC card nevertheless..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scooby_doo_do Posted November 22, 2007 Author Share Posted November 22, 2007 I like that one /\ :-) I've got a personal AA card with homestart, i've also got AA with my bank, and break down through work.. So i should be ok :-) The keyless entry/start is the one that does me, you can open the car from inside the house, drive off, then realise you left the keys inside.... Not done it yet, but been close! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnyknox Posted November 22, 2007 Share Posted November 22, 2007 Cool car! Those things sound great too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest sunnyG83 Posted November 22, 2007 Share Posted November 22, 2007 I honestly couldn't drive a car in that colour even though I'm very comfortable with my sexuality. Horses for courses and all that. But you drive a pink Supra mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Whiffin Posted November 22, 2007 Share Posted November 22, 2007 Nice motor mate, should look nice parked outside your beauty salon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R Black Posted November 22, 2007 Share Posted November 22, 2007 Love the car, hows the ride compare with a supra? I won't comment on the colour:p Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scooby_doo_do Posted November 22, 2007 Author Share Posted November 22, 2007 Well the supra had Tein suspension that was rock solid, and the cerbera feels very similar, not quite as hard but there is no play in the car whatsoever. Only dowside is that its lower than the supra, so i've grounded out on pretty much every single bump i've been over... Thanks Paul - I'll whizz it down and take you for a spin, i can do your hair at the same time? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Whiffin Posted November 22, 2007 Share Posted November 22, 2007 Yeah cheers, I need a haircut actually, you can have a work out while your here in our gym! Nice car, always wanted one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daston Posted November 23, 2007 Share Posted November 23, 2007 the ajp8 is miles better and much more reliable than the speed 6. As long as its serviced regualy by someone who knows what to look for it can be just as reliable as the supe. 6 Cerbies are in the somerset club all with quite high milage (for a TVR) not one has broken down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz Walker Posted November 23, 2007 Share Posted November 23, 2007 Nice motor mate, should look nice parked outside your beauty salon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra dan Posted November 23, 2007 Share Posted November 23, 2007 did you ever get the humber finished? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainchaos Posted November 23, 2007 Share Posted November 23, 2007 someone must love visiting mechanics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scooby_doo_do Posted November 23, 2007 Author Share Posted November 23, 2007 The humber... Well...er...Steering rack was fitted last week, now we have to weld on a clip off steering wheel as the thread on the old one was buggered and we don't know what car its from... Hopefully and MOT early next week.. But we will see... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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