*** Interested parties should note, this vehicle was subject to a CAT D insurance loss in 10/2000 ***
*** Interested parties should note, this vehicle was subject to a CAT C insurance loss in 06/1998 ***
*** Interested parties should note, this vehicle was subject to a CAT C insurance loss in 06/1998 ***
*** Interested parties should note, this vehicle was subject to a CAT C insurance loss in 03/1997 ***
Highlights
- Very tidy enthusiast-owned Griffith 500
- One of only 600 500s built by the factory
- Well maintained by TVR and specialist X Works from new
- Outriggers replaced and new Bilsten shocks in 2022 by X Works
- Current keeper for 15 years
- Detailed servicing and maintenance history
- Recently resprayed in black with original interior retained
- Documented mileage of less than 50,000
- MOT valid to end of August 2026 with no advisories
The Appeal
There have been many hairy-chested British sports cars over the last century, but the TVR Griffith is surely one of the most intractable and intoxicating. Remaining in production for an unusually lengthy twelve-year period, just 600 of these cars were fitted with the big TVR-tuned 5L 340bhp V8, which is deliciously fast - 60 arrived from standstill in 4seconds.
This 1993 Griffith 500 retains the traditional fibreglass body, described by the current owner as being in “good condition but not concours." The paint is complemented by the factory seven-spoke wheels, which have been recently fitted with new rubber at the rear. A folding canvas soft-top provides some shelter from the elements, but this is very much a car to drive with the top folded down, so you can revel in its soundtrack.
The current keeper acquired the car in 2011 and has kept the mileage down to just 50,000 miles. The service book shows regular attention by TVR main dealer TVR Centre in the car's early years and then by specialists in more recent years, primarily X Works. Recent attention includes replacing the outriggers and Bilstein shocks in 2022 at a cost of £4,500. Other work has included overhauling the suspension, replacing the steppa motor and gearbox mounts. The car carries advisory-free MOT to the end of August 2026.
Any Griffith is a raw treat, but the 500 is a peach. This enthusiast-owned and properly maintained car has the investment and sparing use buyers surely hope to find.
The vendor says:
"A very useable car in quite good condition that is ready to be driven and enjoyed."
The current keeper acquired the car in 2011 and has kept the mileage down to just 50,000 miles. The service book shows regular attention by TVR main dealer TVR Centre in the car's early years and then by specialists in more recent years, primarily X Works. Recent attention includes replacing the outriggers and Bilstein shocks in 2022 at a cost of £4,500. Other work has included overhauling the suspension, replacing the steppa motor and gearbox mounts. The car carries advisory-free MOT to the end of August 2026.
Any Griffith is a raw treat, but the 500 is a peach. This enthusiast-owned and properly maintained car has the investment and sparing use buyers surely hope to find.
The vendor says:
"A very useable car in quite good condition that is ready to be driven and enjoyed."
The History and Paperwork
- MOT until the 31st of August 2026
- Purchased by the current owner in 2011
- Comes with the original owner’s handbook
- Regularly serviced by a TVR specialist as shown in photos and below
- Numerous invoices and MOT certificates
- Original PDI and stamped service book
- 46,697 indicated
- Private registration included worth £250 according to seller
Service history (further details in photos):
01/22 - 37,815 miles - X Works TVR
05/20 - 35,601 miles - X Works TVR
03/18 - 33,203 miles - X Works TVR
07/16 - 31,497 miles - X Works TVR
10/14 - 30,692 miles - X Works TVR
02/13 - 29,270 miles - X Works TVR
03/02 - 21,712 miles - Offord TVR
03/01 - 19,423 miles - Gornalls Garage
06/95 - 12,034 miles - TVR Centre
09/94 - 5,615 miles - TVR Centre
11/93 - 1,009 miles - TVR Centre
10/93- PDI - TVR Centre
Notable recent maintenance by X Works TVR:
01/22 - 37,815 miles - X Works TVR
05/20 - 35,601 miles - X Works TVR
03/18 - 33,203 miles - X Works TVR
07/16 - 31,497 miles - X Works TVR
10/14 - 30,692 miles - X Works TVR
02/13 - 29,270 miles - X Works TVR
03/02 - 21,712 miles - Offord TVR
03/01 - 19,423 miles - Gornalls Garage
06/95 - 12,034 miles - TVR Centre
09/94 - 5,615 miles - TVR Centre
11/93 - 1,009 miles - TVR Centre
10/93- PDI - TVR Centre
Notable recent maintenance by X Works TVR:
- 05/23 - £425 - steppa motor etc
- 10/22 - £1,280 - suspension overhaul and gearbox mounts
- 06/22 - £4,500 - outriggers and new Bilstein shocks at 39,000 miles
The Condition
- Rides on seven-spoke TVR alloy wheels
- Photo documentation of full repaint
- Pioneer stereo fitted in the new walnut dash
- Outriggers replaced in 2022 by X Works
- No structural advisories on MOT
- Black leather interior with walnut veneer said to be original
- Bodywork scratches and mark on the bonnet
- “TVR Great British Sportscars” reg plates
- Under-bonnet plaques present and correct
The Mechanics
- 4,988cc V8 engine and five-speed manual box
- Engine rumbles with that classic V8 thrum
- Owner reports no known mechanical faults
- Well maintained by specialists and main dealers as above
- New alternator and rear tyres recently fitted
- Clutch and suspension work carried out in 2022
- New outriggers, clutch and suspension varied out X Works TVR in 2022
- New windscreen and hood fitted
- The electric mirrors not currently connected up
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Comments
Q13••••
Hello, There is a ticking sound from the engine. Does that go away when revved up?
Warren••••
SellerYes
Warren••••
SellerNo issues It passed it last MOT without any advisories
Q13••••
Are there any issues with the car from the accidents? Alignment issues etc?
Ge••••
Are there current exhaust gas readings (CO value, HC value)? It’s spewing a lot from the two exhausts.
Translated from: Deutsch
Warren••••
SellerSorry I don’t have any readings but it passed the last MOT without any advisories When the video was taken the engine was cold and on a cold day
Andrew5••••
Hello Warren, is there any way I can contact you to ask a few questions about the car regarding servicing etc. Many thanks
Warren••••
SellerThanks for the messages. I am sorry but I can’t find any information on this as it occurred long before my purchase
Vandiem••••
Also previous damage on the 2 cat c’s information on damage
Vandiem••••
What was the damage for being g registered as a cat d thanks