Highlights
- Freshly repainted in red
- Stored in a dry, closed garage
- Valid Contrôle Technique until August 2027
The Appeal
There's nothing else quite like a TVR. Britain's most raw and striking sports cars, TVRs have a reputation for pulse-raising driving characteristics, and the Chimaera 400 is no exception.
This 400 variant features the desirable 4.0-litre Rover V8 engine, offering an excellent balance of performance and usability within the TVR range. Our 1996 example is presented in freshly painted red with a contrasting beige leather interior and has been maintained with care by its enthusiast owner.
With just 94,000 kilometres on the clock, a valid Contrôle Technique, and a history of proper storage and maintenance, this Chimaera offers an appealing entry into TVR ownership.
This 400 variant features the desirable 4.0-litre Rover V8 engine, offering an excellent balance of performance and usability within the TVR range. Our 1996 example is presented in freshly painted red with a contrasting beige leather interior and has been maintained with care by its enthusiast owner.
With just 94,000 kilometres on the clock, a valid Contrôle Technique, and a history of proper storage and maintenance, this Chimaera offers an appealing entry into TVR ownership.
History and Paperwork
- First registered in 1996
- Three former registered keepers to the current owner's knowledge
- Purchased by the current owner on 27th May 2025
- The serial numbers are reported to match
- Valid Contrôle Technique until August 2027
- Regular maintenance (oil changes, filters) with invoices available
- Maintenance file with invoices available
- Purchased out of passion for the brand's uniqueness, a relatively rare vehicle
- Stored in a dry, closed garage, we are told
- No modifications from original specifications
The Condition
- Very well-kept example
- The chassis looks clean and solid
- Smart bodywork with minimal signs of wear
- Freshly repainted in red
- OEM alloy wheels in good order
- Mixed tyres
- Leather in good condition, not torn or heavily worn, we are told
- Removable roof that stores in the boot; reportedly functioning corrrectly
The Mechanics
- 4.0-litre Rover V8
- Five-speed manual transmission
- 240 bhp
- "No leaks, no smoke", the vendor says
- We're informed that the TVR runs and drives really well
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