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- The CCA Summer Sale 2022
- 1996 TVR Chimaera 4.0
1996 TVR Chimaera 4.0
Lot Number: 578
1996 TVR Chimaera 4.0
The Chimaera is without doubt one of the best ways to access the joys of TVR ownership.
- Sold for: £10,250
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 18th June, 2022 at 11.00am BST at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN
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BODY COLOUR
Metallic Blue -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
P811 TFH -
ODOMETER READING
67000 Miles
SUMMARY
The Chimaera is without doubt one of the best ways to access the joys of TVR ownership.
DESCRIPTION
- Less intimidating and more thoroughly sorted than the Cerbera and Griffith models, the Chimera offers 95% of the thrills with a tiny dash of practicality
- Finished in Avus Blue Pearl with navy blue carpets and cream leather
- 3.9-litre V8 offering 237bhp, 0-60 in 4.7 seconds and 149mph
- MS2 upgrade including updated ECU/big-bore induction system set up by Bailey Performance
- Recent clutch, master and slave cylinders, new alarm and immobiliser and Uniroyal tyres
- 67,000 miles believed to be correct. Service book and invoices. MOT until April 2023
Viewing is highly recommended and vehicles will be available for viewing at the venue on Thursday 16th and Friday 17th June between 10am and 5pm, and then from 9am on Saturday 18th ahead of the auction which begins at 10.30am.
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 578
- Make
- TVR
- Model
- CHIMAERA 4.0
- Registration Number
- P811 TFH
- MOT Expiry
- 20/04/2023
- Chassis Number
- SDLDCC4P5TH011827
- Engine Number
- 37A40P4266
- Transmission
- manual
- Body Colour
- Metallic Blue
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Rick Foster
- rick@classiccarauctions.co.uk
SCORE:
100 / 135
Exterior
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Engine
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Appearance:
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Remarks
MS2 upgrade. 67k miles. Pre-cats removed. Lightened flywheel. New clutch. New master and slave cylinder. New alarm and immobiliser. Boot release on alarm fob. Push button start. Smooth bore induction system.
Transmission
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Electrics
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Remarks
MS2 upgrade
Vehicle History
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Vehicles can be collected from The Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN, on Sunday 19th June between 10am and 3pm and Monday 20th June between 9am and 1pm.
Our transport partners, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.
Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of The WEC by 1pm on Monday 20th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £150 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
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