1997 TVR Chimaera 400

1997

50,108 miles

Manual

Petrol

Padworth, United Kingdom

No estimate provided

Bidding ends 30 Sept at 21:00

Listing Source

Pistonheads Auctions

Auction

Auction Ended

Wednesday, 30 September 2026

Location

Padworth, United Kingdom, United Kingdom

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Buyer notes

Shows 50,108 miles with three former keepers and 11 years in current ownership.
Benefited from a full interior retrim, new roof and walnut dashboard in 2021.
Chassis outriggers on both sides were replaced by a marque specialist in 2014.

The vendor reports the original immobiliser is occasionally temperamental.

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Description

Highlights Beautifully presented following a comprehensive refresh 2021 Full interior retrim, new roof and new walnut dashboard Just 50,000 miles from three former keepers 11 years in current ownership Documented chassis outrigger renewal Overview Some cars rely on a spec sheet to win you over. The TVR Chimaera just needs to fire up. Arriving in 1992 as the roadster you could genuinely live with, it took the raw drama of the Griffith and gave it longer legs, a bigger boot and a friendlier temper...

About the Chimaera 4.0

Grand touring TVR launched 1992 alongside Griffith. Longer wheelbase provided more comfortable ride. Rover 4.0-litre V8 produced 240bhp. Better weather equipment and refinement than Griffith while retaining exciting character. Popular choice for those wanting usability with TVR performance.

Known Issues to Watch For

Longer wheelbase puts different stress on chassis - check rear outrigger corrosion. Rover V8 standard issues. Hood mechanism complex and can fail. Better weather sealing but still not car-wash proof. Fuel tank position can cause gauge issues. Electrical earth problems.

Desirable Options

Air conditioning, power steering, hardtop, limited-slip differential, good hood condition, comprehensive service history.