TVR Tasmin V6 1979
General description :
RARE TAIMAR, LESS THAN 400 BUILT, 35K ACTUAL MILES, 3.0 ESSEX V6, 4 SPEED, CLEAN
It's hard not to immediately fall in love/lust with this 1979 TVR Taimar. After all, this rare British sports car is one of slickest designs around, and it looks even sleeker in the custom chameleon paint. So it's amazing you can get this low-mileage, turnkey-ready road carver for under $30K
The Taimar is quite rare - possibly as low as under 400 examples produced worldwide. So you already want a coupe like this one statistics alone, but we all know there is much more here. We all love the British sports machines because they can instantly be both sleek and sophisticated all in the first impression. The TVR's split bumpers front & rear, long fender line created by the headlights, and low fastback/hatchback profile is exactly how we want a nimble lightweight sports machine to look. The overall lines on this look great thanks to well-fitting fiberglass, and this also means you don't have to worry about body corrosion. Instead, you get to enjoy the extremely cool (and exceptionally expensive) Chromalusion paint that shifts between green, purple, and silver in different lights.
Open the door, and see exactly what you were hoping for. A proper British sports car requires a proper leather interior. Averaging less than 850 miles annually means there was little time to wear down the seats. So the tan buckets look and feels supple. As you sit in the seat, the center console has the perfect height, and the gearshift has the perfect placement, so the car just feels like an extension of you. You'll grab the three-spoke sports steering wheel, and arrayed in front is a dash full of Smiths gauges – all working and ready to dance for you. And because a British sports car should always be an open air experience, all you need to do is reach up and fold back the canvas sunroof to be complete.
The real key to the TVR's fun is under the hood. Europeans know the secret to a good sportscar is all about keeping weight down and adding appropriate power. Ford's 3.0-liter Essex V6 fit this placement perfectly. We never got an official version in the U.S., but it's a terrific powerplant that was the heart of some of the best sports cars from Europe (so spares are still quite easy.) It's compact design and peppy power creates for an exceptionally quick package in the lightweight TVR. So just about every car show you attend, you're going to be able to lift the hood and show off something unique. That's also why the motor looks so good today with a tidy presentation and proper maintenance. When you get this car out on the road, you're going to fall in love. We already mentioned how quick the lightweight design is, and you'll love the full control that comes from the four-speed manual transmission. Plus, the fully-independent sports suspension, front disc brakes, and modern Goodyear Eagle tires on correct 14-inch TVR alloys all come together to make for the perfect road-carving package.
This might be a rare gem, but we know you're not going to keep this chameleon locked away in your garage. The open road is calling, so answer it by calling us today!
Features : AM/FM Radio, Sunroof, Leather Seats, CD Player, Heat, Seatbelts, Rear Defogger
http://www.streetsideclassics.com/vehicles/0642-tpa/1979-tvr-taimar
1979 TVR Tasmin V6 is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Lutz by Streetside Classics for $22995.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : TVR Model : Tasmin Model Version : V6 Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1979 Sub type : Coupé Location : Tampa
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About TVR
TVR, a quintessential British cottage industry and master sports car manufacturer, has a rich and storied history that spans several decades. Known for its distinctive and high-performance vehicles, TVR has left an indelible mark on the automotive world.TVR's history can be traced back to the early 1950s when Trevor Wilkinson founded the company in Blackpool, England. Initially, TVR focused on producing affordable and lightweight sports cars that offered exhilarating driving experiences. One of their early models, the TVR Grantura, gained popularity in the 1960s and set the tone for what would become a legacy of sporty and characterful cars.
Throughout the years, TVR produced a series of memorable models, each known for its unique style and impressive performance. Some of the notable models include:
TVR Griffith: Introduced in the 1960s, the Griffith was a powerful and lightweight sports car that gained a reputation for its speed and agility. It featured a V8 engine and distinctive styling.
TVR Tuscan: The Tuscan series, starting with the Tuscan V8 in the late 1960s, continued TVR's tradition of creating high-performance sports cars with bold design elements. The Tuscan line evolved over the years, with each iteration offering improved performance.
TVR Cerbera: Introduced in the 1990s, the Cerbera was notable for its unique design and the use of in-house developed engines. It was one of the fastest sports cars of its time.
TVR Sagaris: The Sagaris, launched in the 2000s, was a lightweight and aerodynamic sports car known for its aggressive styling and impressive track performance.
TVR Tuscan S: A modern version of the Tuscan, the Tuscan S featured a straight-six engine and modernized styling while staying true to TVR's sports car heritage.
TVR also gained a reputation for its "no-nonsense" approach to sports car manufacturing. Their cars were often devoid of electronic driver aids, focusing on the pure driving experience.
However, TVR faced financial challenges and ownership changes over the years, which led to periods of inactivity. The company's production ceased for some time, but TVR enthusiasts remained passionate and hopeful for a revival.
In 2020, TVR announced its comeback with the Griffith, a modern interpretation of the classic model. The new Griffith retained the essence of TVR's legacy while incorporating modern engineering and design.
In summary, TVR is an archetypal British cottage industry and a master sports car manufacturer that has consistently delivered exciting, high-performance vehicles with unique character. Despite its challenges, TVR's legacy remains alive, and its return to the automotive scene with the Griffith marked a new chapter in the company's storied history.