1994 TVR V8S - 17,540 Miles

KEY FACTS

• This TVR V8S is a rewarding and exciting modern classic British roadster, offered with very low mileage from new and a desirable colour scheme. 
• Under the bonnet sits a naturally aspirated 3.9-litre V8, delivering around 240bhp to the rear wheels via a five-speed manual transmission. 
• This example was first registered in April 1994, and has been with the seller since June 2022. 
• The odometer shows just 17,540 miles from new. 

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This V8S is finished in the appealing shade of Brooklands Racing Green with a Chestnut convertible roof, over Biscuit vinyl and leather-trimmed interior, featuring green piping, British Racing Green ‘Christus’ carpets, an aluminium gear knob and handbrake lever, and wood veneer trim. 
• It rides on a set of 15-inch five-spoke alloy wheels shod in Uniroyal RainExpert tyres. 
• Equipment includes a top-tinted windscreen, a Personal steering wheel, an analogue clock, electric windows, a Panasonic CD stereo, and heater and ventilation controls. 
• The car comes with a spare wheel, the V5C, the most recent MOT test certificate, a TVR specification sheet, a service/warranty booklet with a grey plastic wallet, a small square green leather-bound wallet, and a larger green leather-bound folder containing a large collection of maintenance invoices. 
• Please note: the cherished numberplate ‘L4 VBS’ is included in the sale. 

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• The most recent MOT test was conducted on 15 December 2023 at 17,531 miles, which resulted in a second-time pass with a minor defect for the windscreen being damaged but not adversely affecting the driver’s view. 

SERVICE HISTORY

• The most recent maintenance was performed in June 2022 at 17,394 miles by TVR101 Limited, which consisted of the steering rack being rebuilt, a new sump gasket fitted, and the exhaust rubber mounts replaced. 
• A service was carried out in June 2022 at 17,394 miles by TVR101, which included a new radiator, an engine oil and filter change, the differential oil replaced, the spark plugs replaced, new coolant, and all new fluids. 
• Other notable maintenance includes technicians at WDS Detailing carrying out a two-stage paint correction, applying a ceramic coating and a wheel coating, performing an engine bay detail, soft-top and interior deep cleans, and polishing and coating the engine sills and door sills in August 2022. 

SUMMARY

This TVR V8S is a sonorous and exciting modern classic British open-top sports car, offered with very low mileage. Presented with an appealing Brooklands Racing Green finish, over Biscuit vinyl and leather upholstery, and boasting a compact chassis, alongside a lively V8, it would make a charismatic companion for weekend drives, fair-weather cruising, and classic car show visits. 

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