V6 engine rebuilt to a 3.1 specification with a performance cam
Chassis recently scrubbed, treated for surface corrosion and resealed
Extensive work carried out over the years, including respray and retrim
In current ownership since 2022, garaged with very little use
The Appeal
Produced between 1976 and 1979, the TVR Taimar is the hatchback evolution of the 3000M. It married TVR's trademark fibreglass-bodied, tubular-chassis sports car formula with added practicality courtesy of its opening rear glass. With fewer than 400 built during its short production run, any well-sorted example is a noteworthy find for fans of these Blackpool-built sports cars.
This 1979 example presents in Royal Blue over a Grey and Black retrimmed leather interior. Its engine was rebuilt in 1995 to a 3.1 specification with a performance cam, and the vendor reports it remains strong and drives well. The chassis has recently been cleaned back, treated for surface corrosion and resealed, and is reported as solid. Sitting on Minator T Slot MiniLite-style wheels with Toyo Proxes tyres, and with a black vinyl hood described as still like new, this Taimar has clearly benefited from considerable care and investment over the years. Garaged and lightly used during the current ownership, it's time for this TVR to meet a new custodian.image.png1.85 MB
Key Information
Mileage: 88,312 miles (indicated)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT/road tax exempt
Technical specs: 3.1-litre Ford Essex V6 (rebuilt specification),
Paperwork: collection of older specialist invoices with most recent dated 2018 and 2021 (see gallery)
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