Welcome to my site dedicated to my TVR Chimaera, the most successful of all TVR models. You'll find details of my experiences running one of these incredible cars, including a regularly updated blog and all my expenses. I hope you enjoy exploring the site.

Chassis outriggers replaced

13/05/2009

Two years ago while treating my chassis to some anti-rust paint, i discovered that the passenger side front outrigger was badly corroded. Dirt had previously obscured my view of the area. About 4 inches on the top of the chassis tube that runs under the doorsill had disappeared as well as 3 inches... more

Better shots of the wheels

05/02/2009






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New wheels

24/01/2009

After several years of searching, i've finaly found a set of wheels. With my front tyres almost down to the wear indicator, and with suitable tyres in the right size and speed rating very difficult to find now, it was the perfect opportunity to change to some larger rims. This not only gives me acc... more

Costs

Purchase price :
£12,995
Parts :
£3,273
Tyres :
£1,324
Petrol :
£3,332
Accessories :
£576
Servicing and MoT :
£8,238
Insurance :
£5,410
Total:
£35,148
MPG from last tank:
12.2
Mileage for 18mpg:
60,159
Average mpg:
16.2