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The TVR Tamora was the entry level convertible in the new generation of TVR's using the TVR Speed 6 power unit. It was created to follow on the from the very popular TVR Chimaera and Griffith convertibles which had ceased production in 2002. In the same way that the Chimaera was engineered to be a more accessible sister to the Griffith, so the Tamora is based on the Tuscan Speed Six, whose platform it shares. The TVR Tamora was produced from late 2002 and was the base for the TVR T350 which was effectively the coupe version although the styling was noticeably different. Production of the TVR Tamora started in 2002 and ran through to the last models being registered in 2006.
The TVR Tamora and T350 were only supplied with the 3.6 litre version of the TVR Speed Six whereas the TVR Tuscan had access to both the 3.6 and 4.0 litre variants of the TVR Speed Six engine.
The Tamora grew in popularity due to its style, flair, performance and affordability. With more conservative styling than the Tuscan and more recognisable TVR styling cues, the Tamora had been designed to be less extreme and indeed simpler in some aspects than the Tuscan. For example, the car is a full convertible with the roof mechanism being the acclaimed “stowable” hard-top design from the Griffith and Chimaera. The covered headlights and clean lines have echoes of Griffith and Chimaera but are more modern in their design.
It's with the Tamora interior where the stylists and engineers have surpassed themselves with a multi-function digital display, shift lights and two analogue dials for quick glance down viewing of speed and engine revs. There are two leather trimmed race-style bucket seats made out of lightweight composites to hold the driver and passenger in place and a floor mounted pedal box which is located through to the chassis. The window mechanism is of the Tuscan/Cerbera generation in that the window will slide up into the seal for less wind noise at speed.
The TVR Tamora was to go on to provide the foundation for the fastback design TVR T350, and this ultimately led to the awesome TVR Sagaris which reached the market in 2005.
| Engine | 6-cylinder inline alloy engine with 4 valves per cylinder and dry sump lubrication |
|---|---|
| Capacity (cc) | 3605 |
| Max Power | 350 bhp @ 7200 rpm |
| Max Torque | 290 ft.lbs @ 5500 rpm |
| Performance | 0 to 60 mph: 4.4 seconds 0 to 100 mph: 9.5 seconds Max Speed: 175 mph |
| Suspension | All round independent – double wishbones and coil over gas dampers assisted by anti-roll bars |
| Braking | Front: 304mm ventilated disc brakes with 4 piston alloy callipers Rear: 282mm ventilated disc brakes with single piston sliding callipers |
| Steering | Power assisted rack and pinion |
| Wheels and Tyres | 16 inch aluminium alloy wheels, 225/50 ZR16 tyres |
The engine is a 3.6 litre version of TVR's own straight six, pushing out 350 bhp at 7200 rpm giving the car extremely brisk performance. In fact it reaches 60 mph in 4.4 seconds. The Tamora shares the technology of the 4.0 litre Speed Six engine found in the Cerbera and the Tuscan as well as that found in the successful Tuscan R racing car. It does, however, sound different due to an all-new stainless steel and titanium exhaust system.
Handling is benign but involving with double wishbones and coil springs over gas filled shock absorbers and the ride makes it easy to use every day. Brakes are considerable cross drilled and ventilated discs all round with four piston callipers at the front and the front roll cage and door beams are manufactured out of very strong T45 steel. Despite all this hardware, the composite bodywork and weight-saving construction methods mean weighs just over 1,000 kg.
Racing Green TVR can resolve all problems with TVR Tamoras and also now offer numerous performance upgrades from engine management to high performance shock absorbers so please look at the Upgrade tag for further information on this fabulous sports car. Secondhand TVR Tamoras are readily available in the used car market but superb examples are getting steadily harder to find. Racing Green TVR always aims to hold used TVR Tamoras in stock and to book a test drive or enquire about TVR Tamoras in stock please call our Sales Department on 01252 894790 or 01252 894795.
We currently have the following TVR Tamora cars in stock:
Racing Green TVR has developed a reputation for upgrades to TVRs from shiny Stainless Steel wheel nuts right through to the mighty FFF cylinder head and the performance enhancing Syvecs engine management system. Over the past few years Racing Green TVR has been focused on ensuring that TVRs remain where they belong, out on the road and track. To this end we have been continuously developing a number of products that will ensure that your TVR will perform better than when it left the famous Bristol Road Factory in Blackpool.
From AST shock absorbers through to Quaife differentials, from full polyurethane suspension bush kits to high specification catalytic converters Racing Green TVR is the company to talk to when it comes to uprating your TVR. In the listings below we are showing the main upgrades available for your car but if you do not see something that you are specifically after please contact us as we will almost certainly be able to help you.
For all TVR Upgrade enquiries please contact Bryan on 01252 894787 or bryans@racinggreentvr.com and you will be able to discuss your requirements in some detail.
Racing Green TVR has a comprehensive range of parts for the TVR Tamora and by clicking on one of the categories below you will be taken to the relevant category on our website www.thetvrshop.com where you can make a purchase. Here you will be able to see some of the parts we offer for the TVR Tamora but should the part you require not be obvious please contact Phil Forster on 01252 894797 or philipf@racinggreencars.com and we will be able to give you more information.
