1971 TVR Vixen

It isn’t often we use the phrase, the pictures don’t do the car justice, but on this occasion I will. Being completely fresh in all manners, it really is stunning and out in the light of day, it is simply beautiful to behold. A classic racing style paint scheme really sets off the car’s intentions.

 

Step inside the car and turn the key and you’ll be met with a very purposeful 1970’s bark from the heavily breathed on 1,700cc Ford crossflow unit, breathing through twin Weber 40’s and a full stainless exhaust system. Producing a punchy 135bhp, it goes just as well as it looks, seeing as it only has 737kg to move along, it really can keep up with modern cars with ease.

 

With no stone unturned in its restoration, the steering, suspension and drivetrain are all as smooth as if you had bought the car from the factory. In fact, with the roll-cage added, there is less body flex and more support mid corner. No squeaks, rattles or odd noises either, it really is a fabulous finish and generates as many smiles from those that see it as you have in the driver’s seat.

 

What a fabulous little car. The TVRCC is a fabulous thing and I’m sure this would make someone the perfect entry to the “silly grin club” of TVR ownership. What’s not to like!?

First registered on the 1st April 1971. This stunning example has just completed a year-long total nut and bolt restoration, with plenty of upgrades along the way. The car was totally stripped and the body shell removed from the chassis, to make sure that all of the hard-to-reach areas received the due care and attention needed.

 

The chassis has been shot blasted, the out riggers replaced and powder coated in light grey. The body shell paint was removed and professionally resprayed by local TVR specialist Painting Classic Cars.

 

Testament to the caring ownership, the car was completely rebuilt with no expense spared on any component and the results we think speak for themselves!  

 

New parts include but not limited to:

Rear uprights and bearings

Coil springs all round

Electric petrol pump

Fuel gauge sender unit

Door hinges

Stainless steel exhaust

Complete rear brakes

New suspension bushes throughout

Stainless rain gutters both sides

Front windscreen

Wiper motor and arms

Battery

Horn

External mirrors

Bonnet latches

Complete front light and indicators assembly

Seats

Steering wheel

Seat belts

Roll hoop

Carpets

Headliner

Dash board

Door cards

Door seals

 

The 1600 ford crossflow engine was fully rebuilt and bored out to 1700cc by renown Ford engine specialist, Jon Wood. The cylinder head was gas flowed and converted to run on unleaded fuel.

 

New engine parts include:

Valves

Valve springs

Camshaft

Rocker cover

Race pistons

Conrods

Bearing and end shells

Reground crank

Clutch

Thrust bearing

Balanced flywheel, clutch, etc

Oil pump

Water pump

High torque starter motor

Electronic ignition

Twin 40 DCOE side draft Webber carburettors

Radiator electric fan with sensor

All hoses are new

Rolling road tuned and giving a healthy 135bhp

 

We are sure it’ll be hard to find a better example anywhere.

 

 

TOTAL NUMBER OF PREVIOUS OWNERS:  4

TRANSMISSION: 4 speed manual

Engine: 1.7 Litre Ford Crossflow

Power: 135 bhp

0-60 mph: 8 seconds

PRICE: £39,995.00 – Open to sensible offers