Highlights

Full respray carried out in 2023 in rare Iris Nebula chameleon paint
Recently inspected by a TVR Heritage garage and described as a "very nice example"
In current ownership since October 2021
MOT valid until 22 April 2027
Spares included in the sale, including new carpets and spare tyres

The Appeal

The Chimaera is a fast car - a very fast car. It's one of the most single-minded, characterful roadsters built in Britain, with blistering straight-line performance and a sonorous roar that can stir the soul of even the most jaded motorist. It's raw, unfiltered, and yet styled with a pleasing, curvy line that's very amicable. Is it any wonder we're continuing the love affair more than thirty years later.

This 1998 example has been in its current keeper's hands since October 2021, during which time it has been maintained by a TVR Heritage garage. The car received a full respray in 2023 finished in striking Iris Nebula chameleon paint, which only adds layers of character to an already iconic machine.

Having been used daily for the first year of current ownership, it has since been garage stored. The vendor reports that it sounds glorious and has proven itself a reliable companion. Included in the sale are useful spares such as a set of new carpets and spare tyres. It's a great prospect, and thanks to that attractive livery, guaranteed to stand out from the crowd.

Key Information

Mileage: 30,919 miles (indicated)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
MOT status: valid until 22 April 2027
Technical specs: 3,952cc V8 petrol, five-speed manual, right-hand drive
Paperwork: Selection of invoices, service book and V5C

The Detail

Maintained by a TVR Heritage garage during current ownership
Recently underwent brake repairs, new outriggers and suspension work
Iris Nebula chameleon paint offers a bright pearlescent finish
Bodywork is straight and well-kept
Glasswork and lenses in good order
Interior is clean and well-presented
Upholstery still looks full and comfortable
Instruments are clean and legible
Garage stored for the majority of current ownership, used daily for the first 12 months
Private plate has been removed; the car is now on its original "R" registration
Four former registered keepers

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Comments

V8J••••

3 days ago

Is this the original colour? How come you decided to have it resprayed in 2023?

russell••••

Seller

Hi, it’s not the original colour. The car was damaged by a child with a crayon whilst it was outside my workplace. Luckily caught on camera and so was resprayed under their insurance. I paid the difference to have the colour changed as I wasn’t 100% set on the old colour, which was Porsche Iris Blue.