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13 - STARTING PRICE: 8,000 euros
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STARTING PRICE: 8,000 euros 1996 TVR CHIMAERA 400 French registration document Chassis no. SDLDCC4P2TA011065 Engine no. 37A40P3413 60,087 km on the odometer French registration document classified as a ‘classic car’ File of invoices and service records Right-hand drive Highlights Attractive colour combination: metallic red bodywork and beige leather interior 4.0-litre Rover V8 engine mated to a manual gearbox Only 60,087 km on the odometer First registered on 18 January 1996 FFVE certificate and French classic car registration document Certificate of conformity issued by TVR Automotive A particularly original British sports car that has become a rarity on the French market Overview Unveiled in the early 1990s, the TVR Chimaera perfectly embodies a certain British approach to sports cars: a light kerb weight, a powerful front-mounted V8, rear-wheel drive and a near-total absence of driver-assistance systems that might dampen the driving experience. With its spectacular lines and generous engineering, it remains one of the most distinctive models amongst the British sports cars of its era. The car on offer is a Chimaera 400, which was first registered on 18 January 1996. Its chassis number, SDLDCC4P2TA011065, matches that shown on the manufacturer’s plate and in the documents accompanying the car. It is powered by the famous 4-litre Rover V8, the iconic engine of this generation of TVRs, mated to a manual gearbox. The engine bay houses the V8 in a layout characteristic of the Chimaera 400, whilst the manufacturer’s plate shows the engine number 37A40P3413. Its appearance is particularly reminiscent of British GTs from the 1990s: the metallic red bodywork is paired with a black soft top and a beige leather-trimmed interior. The wood-trimmed dashboard, the instrument cluster with its light-coloured dials and the wood-rimmed steering wheel all contribute to the very distinctive atmosphere of this TVR. The alloy wheels harmoniously complete the overall look. The odometer currently reads 60,087 km. The car also benefits from a particularly favourable French registration status: an FFVE certificate, issued in 2026, has enabled it to be registered in France as a ‘classic car’. A certificate of conformity has also been obtained directly from TVR Automotive Ltd. The documentation includes, in particular, the French classic car registration document, the FFVE certificate, the TVR certificate of conformity, as well as several roadworthiness test reports. A roadworthiness test carried out on 18 September 2025, when the car had clocked up 59,847 km, was passed with only minor faults. The Chimaera remains undoubtedly one of the most practical TVRs: spectacular without being excessive, lightweight, with a distinctive exhaust note, and equipped with a naturally aspirated V8 offering first-class performance. With its low odometer reading, desirable specification and, above all, its French classic car registration already secured, this example represents an exciting opportunity to enter the very distinctive world of the Blackpool-based marque. A true old-school British sports car, combining the charm of a roadster, the character of a V8 and a personality that has become virtually impossible to find in contemporary car production. Specifications Make: TVR Model: Chimaera 400 Year: 1996 First registered: 18 January 1996 Chassis number: SDLDCC4P2TA011065 Engine No.: 37A40P3413 Engine: 4.0-litre V8 petrol Transmission: manual gearbox, rear-wheel drive Body style: 2-seater roadster Steering: right-hand drive Odometer reading: 60,087 km Colour: metallic red Interior: beige leather Soft top: black Registration document: French, marked ‘Classic car’ Documents accompanying the vehicle: French registration certificate, FFVE certificate, TVR certificate of conformity and roadworthiness test certificates. Another attraction of this car lies in its comprehensive documentation file, which contains numerous invoices and parts records enabling its maintenance history to be traced over a long period. Several documents originate from brand specialists, notably ACS Pro – Solutions for TVR Sports Cars, and provide evidence of the purchase or replacement of various mechanical parts relating in particular to the clutch, cooling system, lubrication, ignition and idle system. The documents provided span several years, including items dated 2012, 2014, 2016, 2017 and 2021, alongside more recent administrative documents. Key points: TVR Chimaera 400 with a 4-litre V8 engine – documentation and service records – invoices from TVR specialists – certificate of conformity issued by TVR Automotive Ltd in 2025 – a British sports car with a particularly distinctive character.
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Auction time 09/27/2026 at 2:00 PM
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