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A wonderfully insane TVR Sagaris with just 6,300 miles from new.

MODEL HISTORY
Designed by Graham Browne, the name Sagaris comes from the Greek name of a lightweight battle-axe used by the Scythians and known for its ability to penetrate the armour of its enemies.  TVR Chief Engineer for the Sagaris, Daniel Boardman, was frustrated with well-known TVR build quality issues and sought to meticulously engineer the car to overcome such, as well as designing the car specifically with endurance racing in mind.  This necessitated the ability to drive unencumbered for extended periods of time on a racetrack and involved the use of a multitude of air vents and intake openings and was a requirement of a car in standard form with no modification to the cooling system.  Built in very limited numbers of around 200 cars, (211 according to popular opinion), the Sagaris is widely regarded and quoted in the motoring press as the best TVR ever made and indeed the last before closure of the TVR assembly line in Blackpool, England.  Further model information and statistics can be read about the Sagaris on the TVR Car Club website here.

EQUIPMENT
Hand laid glass reinforced polyester resin body, power-coated tubular EN36 backbone chassis, integrated FIA roll cage, integrated steel impact bars in doors, curved transparent rear spoiler with machined aluminium brackets, tinted glass, Hydratrak limited slip differential, frameless door windows, programmable digital instrumentation, machined aluminium trim finishing, leather trimmed dashboard, electric door and boot release, electric mirrors, electric windows, alarm and engine immobiliser, Sagaris tread plates, remote locking.  Factory options; Close ratio gearbox, air conditioning.  Dealer options; Armourfend body protection film, T350 leather seats.

EXTERIOR
Finished in original TVR Highland Grey Spectraflair, (Code P160), the awesome pearlescent paint finish reacts to changing light trajectories to create a ‘Chameleon’ effect against the curvaceous body lines.  The finish is near perfect and commensurate with the 6,300 miles covered by this outstanding showpiece.  The aggressive styling is arguably the wildest amongst its TVR brethren and the sculptured bodywork, huge air intakes and curved transparent rear spoiler are a less than subtle hint towards the extremities of this cars capabilities.  All trim sections, glass and badges are as new and the Armourfend body protection film applied to the front, sides and door mirrors have protected against stone chips.  The underside including the power-coated tubular chassis are in amazing order.  A stunning unmolested example resonant of its low mileage credentials.

INTERIOR
The quilted hide upholstery with contrasting white stitching looks incredible and the style is continued into the padded and curvaceous fascia and door trim.  This request cost the owner £2,195 and was carried out by Hexham Horseless Carriages.  Beautiful internal switchgear and controls are machined from solid aluminium and the programmable digital instrumentation is clear and perfect in function.  A typically mad and ostentatious interior with all the TVR wizardry and sporting prowess exactly as the manufacturer intended.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
At the heart of this ferocious TVR Sagaris is the all-aluminium Speed Six straight six engine of 3996cc displacement.  Developing a thunderous 400bhp and 310 ft lbs of torque in a vehicle weighing just 1078kg, performance is truly a white-knuckle experience to set the pulse racing with 0-60 mph in 3.7 seconds and a top speed of 195mph!  The split-stage engine covers lift to reveal the Sagaris’ throbbing heart and the pristine engine bay displays all build plates and TVR body number.  The intoxicating TVR thunderous rumble through the huge standard side swept exhaust pipes in immensely satisfying.  The factory upgraded five speed close ratio manual transmission offers direct short throw changes and the spherical aluminium gear knob is a superb finishing touch.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The TVR Spider wheels with TVR inscription and centre caps incorporate 18in rims all round and are beautifully preserved in perfect original condition.  Matching Goodyear Eagle F1 255/35 ZR18 tyres have masses of tread remaining.  The huge 322mm front and 298mm rear disc brakes are visible through the large spoke openings and the ornate black callipers with yellow TVR inscription are perfect.  Following the philosophy set down by TVR owner, Peter Wheeler, who believed that driver aids promoted over-confidence and complacency and against European Union guideline, there are no electronic safety aids to tame this beast.  You have been warned!

HISTORY FILE
Registered new on 22nd July 2005 by TVR Main Agents, Hexham Horseless Carriages, this example, Body Code 121, has covered a mere 6,300 miles from new and remains entirely original and factory standard.  Placed into temperature controlled storage and elevated when not in use, the vehicle went back to Hexham Horseless Carriages to be recommissioned in 2012 with 1,927 miles.  Annual MOT history exists throughout and since this point a further three services have been carried out by TVR Specialists, the last by the supplying dealer again at 4,869 miles.

The original TVR black leatherette wallet houses the owner handbook as well as the service booklet with all stamped entries.  TVR Sagaris launch literature and sales brochures remain with the car along with the security code card and two sets of keys.  A unique opportunity to buy what is considered the ultimate TVR with collector condition and credentials.

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The ultimate TVR Cerbera 4.5 AJP 420bhp version with only 18,574 miles.

EQUIPMENT
Fixed roof coupe with integral roll cage, laminated sundym windscreen, frameless electronically operated doors, jig formed multi tubular steel frame chassis, oil pressure and water temperature gauge, ice detector, gear shift light, engine start and stop buttons, clock, electric windows, electric mirrors, lumber support, alarm engine immobiliser with remote locking, electronic key control.  Factory options:  TVR tread plates, full hide trim including rear parcel shelf and doors, wool carpets, TVR carpet mats, air conditioning.

EXTERIOR
Truly spectacular finished in cost optional Starmist Green, the paint sparkles and has an incredible deep gloss finish thanks to a minimum of five coats of topcoat applied at the Blackpool factory. The patented electronically operated doors open by pressing a button under the door mirror which eliminates the need for exterior door handles enhancing the sleek and sculpted body and reducing aerodynamic drag.  A few tiny stone chips to the front bumper and bonnet have been neatly touched in and the very lower tips to the sundym windscreen have discoloured, but barely noticeable.  Two TVR gel badges, one to each door, have been attached to protect the edges and a TVR Car Club sticker is visible to the front screen.  The phosphated and power coated tubular steel fame chassis is in excellent condition having always been garaged from new and covering just 18,574 miles.  Dramatically styled and individualistic in the extreme, this car is stunning.

INTERIOR
This highly specified example has the full hide trim including the rear parcel shelf and door inserts finished in Doeskin, a cost option of £3,450 when new and are in fabulous condition with just a few marks to the drivers seat bolster.  The optional Brooklands Green wool carpets are spotlessly clean and all the unique conceptual instrumentation is fully operational.  The two-spar steering wheel allows easy viewing of the minor gauges below and like the rest of the interior trim, is in excellent condition thanks to the low mileage covered.  The sense of occasion as soon as the start button is pressed with all the TVR wizardry and sporting prowess will guarantee exhilaration time after time.  Very special.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The TVR Cerbera is the first model to be driven by TVR’s own engine, a 75-degree V8 with a flat-plane crank. Peter Wheeler informed all that “from the bottom-half of the engine to the heads is exactly as you would see in current Formula One engines.”  The result was dubbed the “Speed Eight” (official designation ‘AJP8’) after Al Melling, John Ravenscroft and Peter Wheeler.  Specified in the most desirable guise, the 4.5 litre 420bhp version in a car weighing just 1140kg was enough to propel it from 0-60mph in 3.9 seconds and on to a top speed exceeding 190mph.  Regular maintenance and expert owned ensures optimal performance.  The five speed manual transmission offers direct short throw changes and the spherical aluminium gear knob is a superb finishing touch.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Unique to the Cerbera 4.5 are the 8x17inch front and 8.5x17inch light alloy wheels sporting Toyo Proxes 235/40 ZR17 and 255/40 ZR17 tyres respectively with ample tread.  Powerful aluminium four-piston AP Racing calipers operate on huge ventilated discs on all four corners capable of taming the explosive performance on offer and bringing the car to halt in 2.8 seconds from 60mph.

HISTORY FILE
This cherished and enthusiast owned TVR Cerbera 4.5 was supplied new on the on the 24th February 1998 by main dealers, TMS Performance Vehicles of Melton Mowbray.  The first owner, Mr Fraser, specified the car at a cost of £53,522 as revealed by the New Vehicle Invoice.  With just three former keepers since, the last Mr Andrew James Hutcheson purchased the car in April 2007 with just 9,000 miles.  Mr Hutcheson is highly regarded in the TVR Car Club and indeed was the Editor of the TVR Clubs Sprint Magazine Wedge Expert.  Mr Hutcheson would proudly buy a new TVR every year at the Motor Show and part exchange his current TVR and pay just £3000.  He was the first private individual to own a Speed Six and at one point had 14 TVR’s in his collection!  This car was often on display on the TVR Car Club stand at shows and exhibitions.  His knowledge, dedication and experience in all things TVR will help ensure that this Cerbera, being one of his favourites is a prime, pampered and well sorted example.  Mr Hutcheson would be only too pleased to assist the new owner both prior and during ownership should they wish.  Supplied with a folder full of invoices, all handbooks in the black leather wallet, spare keys and brochures.  The vehicle also has a private TVR registration number and indoor car cover.

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An adrenaline-charged very late TVR Chimaera 450 with just 24,447 miles.

EQUIPMENT
Hand laid glass reinforced polyester resin body, jig formed tubular backbone chassis, laminated front windscreen, semi-frameless door windows, single piece carbon fibre roof panel, hand trimmed mohair fold down rea r header, electric boot release, electric mirrors, electric windows, alarm and engine immobiliser, Chimaera tread plates, remote locking. Factory options; Cerbera seats, Monza steering wheel, Leven TVR Products polished aluminium interior fittings, 16in front wheel upgrade (to match rear). Dealer accessories; Gold badges, ACT sports exhaust upgrade, AccuMate battery conditioner.

EXTERIOR
Penned as a slightly more subtle but no less potent version of the legendary TVR Griffith, the Chimaera retains the instantly recognisable TVR styling cues and all of the magic and flamboyance. Finished in original TVR Titanium Grey (code PPG011), the superb uniform paint finish accentuates the curvaceous lines beautifully. Only very minor paintwork imperfections can be detected upon close scrutiny which are reputed to have been present from new. Due to the very late production of this example and regular protection against the tubular frame and chassis outriggers are perfect and offer peace of mind. The removable roof panel and fold down rear header are simplistic and effortless to use with a tailored stowage bag for the panel to be neatly hidden away in the boot. There is a tiny rub mark to the edge of the outer fabric on the rear header. All trim sections and optional gold badges are complete and in excellent order. A stunning unmolested example resonant of its low mileage credentials. Exhilaration guaranteed.

INTERIOR
The upgraded Cerbera sports seats were an expensive factory option along with the Monza steering wheel and beautifully machined polished aluminium interior fittings from Leven TVR Products. The navy seats trimmed in full hide are in remarkable order with only light aging to the driver’s upper bolster. The large padded central tunnel and padded dash top are trimmed to match the seats and the contrasting walnut fascia and polished interior fittings complement each other beautifully. This example incorporates vinyl inner door trim, a feature on only the very late Chimaera’s. Beautiful heating control wheels and the ingenious central door release knob are machined from solid aluminium bar stock with fluted edges. All functions and controls operate perfectly and the AccuMate battery conditioner is professionally wired in and neatly positioned in a compartment behind the passenger seat. A wonderfully ostentatious interior with all the TVR wizardry and sporting prowess exactly as the manufacturer intended.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
At the heart of this ferocious TVR Chimaera 450 is the aluminium V8 engine of 4546cc displacement. Developing 285bhp and 300lb.ft of torque in a vehicle weighing just 1060kg, performance is truly a white knuckle experience to set the pulse racing. An expensive ACT sports exhaust upgrade system further improves performance and enhances the satisfying TVR thunderous rumble. The five speed manual transmission offers direct short throw changes and the spherical aluminium gear knob is a superb finishing touch.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The TVR Spider wheels were upgraded as a factory option to incorporate 16in front rims to match the rear as opposed to the standard 15in front items. These alloy wheels are beautifully preserved with only miniscule faint scratches visible and three still have the TVR transfer visable. Matching Toyo Proxes tyres of size 225/45 R16 and 245/45 ZR16 front and rear respectively have masses of tread remaining. Factory upgraded larger discs brakes are capable of taming the explosive performance on offer.

HISTORY FILE
Registered new on 18th June 2003 by TVR Main Agents Walldonway Ltd of Kent, this example not only comes with a private registration with ‘TVR’ suffix, it is reputedly one of only three very late cars registered on a 03 plate. Of the three it is said that one remains in a museum and other sadly written off! Having had just three enthusiast owners from new and covering a mere 24,447 miles, this cossetted example has been preserved impeccably with complete service history from new.
The original TVR black leather wallet houses the service booklet with no less than 12 stamps, all from the supplying main dealer or TVR independent specialists to fully document the regular fastidious maintenance. The most recent stamp being in November 2014 at 24,118 miles, this car really has wanted for nothing. The often misplaced Chimaera handbook remains at the back of the wallet. Completing the impressive history file is a large collection of MOT certificates and specialist invoices, and there are two sets of keys with alarm fobs and supplying dealer keyrings.

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