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The Tuscan 2 is the latest evolution of the legendary TVR Tuscan. Stunning new lightweight composite targa bodywork. Luxurious new leather interior. Sophisticated new handling set-up. Same earth shaking power to weight ratio. The Tuscan 2 heading covers the later variants of the TVR Tuscan from late 2004 until manufacture ceased including the Tuscan 3, the Tuscan Convertible and the S.
With the most recent development of the same Speed Six engine that propelled both TVRs to such strong finishes in the gruelling 24 Hour race at Le Mans; the Tuscan Mark 2 out-performs the competition, while chassis and steering development make it easier to drive than ever before. The Tuscan 2 has geometry changes to the front suspension as well as incorporating the power steering system from the TVR Tamora, and these changes have made the Tuscan Mark 2 more stable on the road.
Clothing one of the most substantial rollcages and chassis in the industry, the new bodywork has been designed to provide downforce for high speed stability as well as head turning looks. The new interior cossets its two occupants in seats trimmed in the finest Scottish hides while there is room in the cavernous boot for two sets of golf clubs, as well as luggage, even with the roof and rear screen stowed.
The range topping Tuscan 2 S features a handling set-up and a phenomenal 400 bhp 4 litre engine aimed at the most sporting drivers as well as a motorsport-derived aerodynamic package. It also featured a full two years warranty, air conditioning, 18 inch wheels, gas discharge headlights and a DAB radio as standard.
In creating the Tuscan Mark 2, TVR have implemented numerous enhancements over the stunning original design. Most of these changes have been focussed on the interior, especially the dashboard, and the external styling of the car, the front and rear aspects in particular. In the first of the TVR Tuscan 2 the speedo pod had been completely redesigned and incorporates the lights, wiper and indicator functions but still remained in a pod format. The all new radio housing takes the heater controls, electric window and door controls together with a push button start for the Speed Six engine.
The same logic of the Tuscan S transferred to the Tuscan 2 model range with the Tuscan S being effectively the fully specified big brother of the range. The Tuscan 2 S again benefited from the more powerful derivative of the TVR Speed 6 engine, the larger brakes, a number of body styling tips such as large boot spoiler although now an integral part of the boot panel and front splitters. The Tuscan S was available in all the formats of Tuscan 2, Tuscan 3 and Tuscan Convertible so there are quite a number of Tuscan variants in this later model range.
Later TVR Tuscan 2 dashboards had a change of design and TVR reverted to a more standard dashboard that was sometimes known as TVR Tuscan 3 or wavy dashboard. This dashboard was first seen in the TVR Tamora and subsequently in the T350 and TVR Sagaris. This dashboard was also the only dashboard available for the TVR Tuscan Convertible which was the last of the current range of TVRs to appear from the Bristol Avenue factory in Blackpool.
The TVR Tuscan Convertible shares generally the same platform as the other Tuscans but with a couple of obvious changes. It is designed with a fully convertible roof structure along similar lines to the TVR Tamora and earlier Griffiths and Chimaeras. This operates as a removable centre section and a rear screen section which folds flat. The centre section stows in the boot and driver/passenger protection is afforded by 2 separate roll hoops immediately behind each seat bolted down directly to the chassis.
A red TVR Tuscan Convertible was used on the BBC Top Gear motoring programme at Oulton Park where Sir Jackie Stewart was teaching James May aka Captain Slow to gradually increase his lap times around this picturesque Cheshire race circuit. The car was very well received by Sir Jackie Stewart and the Top Gear team, and Captain Slow managed to decrease his lap times to a very respectable level under this level of instruction!!
| Engine | 6-cylinder inline alloy engine with 4 valves per cylinder and dry sump lubrication |
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| Capacity (cc) | 3605 |
| Max Power | 350 bhp @ 7200 rpm |
| Max Torque | 290 ft.lbs @ 5500 rpm |
| Performance | 0 to 60 mph: 4.2 seconds 0 to 100 mph: 9.6 seconds Max Speed: 180 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 | Front: 16 inch aluminium alloy wheels, 225/50 ZR16 tyres Rear: 16 inch aluminium alloy wheels, 225/50 ZR16 tyres |
| Engine | 6-cylinder inline alloy engine with 4 valves per cylinder and dry sump lubrication |
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| Capacity (cc) | 3996 |
| Max Power | 400 bhp @ 7000 rpm |
| Max Torque | 310 ft.lbs @ 5250 rpm |
| Performance | 0 to 60 mph: 3.8 seconds 0 to 100 mph: 8.1 seconds Max Speed: 195 mph |
| Suspension | All round independent – double wishbones and coil over gas dampers assisted by anti-roll bars |
| Braking | Front: 322mm ventilated disc brakes with 4 piston alloy callipers Rear: 298mm ventilated disc brakes with single piston sliding callipers |
| Steering | Power assisted rack and pinion |
| Wheels and Tyres | Front: 16 inch aluminium alloy wheels, 225/50 ZR16 tyres Rear: 16 inch aluminium alloy wheels, 225/50 ZR16 tyres |
Externally there are numerous changes to the styling. The Tuscan now has a flowing spoiler added to the rear edge of the boot, whilst the spoiler on the S has been transferred from the body of the car to the rear of the boot panel. The rear lights in both cars are fully enclosed. The front of the Tuscan 2 now features faired-in headlights, all new grille panel and newly-styled split diffuser.
The overall changes throughout the Tuscan 2 period benefited all the TVRs of this period as there was a marked focus on addressing reliability and build quality issues. TVR Tuscan 2s are noticeably better built than some earlier examples and should prove more reliable over the longer term.
One of the downsides of the later dashboard version is that the TVR Tuscan 2 interior lost a few of the brushed aluminium embellishments which gave it the character that had been there since the early days of the first TVR Tuscans.
The Tuscan 2 has been the subject of a number of magazine road tests recently and scored a mighty 4.5 out of 5 in the April 2005 edition of Evo Magazine. Richard Meaden of Evo Magazine stated, "With madder, badder machinery like the Sagaris and Typhon waiting just around the corner to satisfy TVR's head-banging fraternity, the Tuscan (and forthcoming Tuscan Convertible) has been allowed to develop into the beautiful, accomplished, individual car TVR's customers have been crying out for: a modern day Griffith." High praise indeed for the stunning Tuscan 2 which benefitted from the manufacturers new 3 year/36,000 mile warranty.
Racing Green TVR always tries to have TVR Tuscan 2s in stock and for more information or to arrange a test drive please call our Sales Department on 01252 894790 or 01252 894795. Racing Green TVR have access to the last few new TVR Tuscan 2s and these can be built to customers specifications including the fabulous FFF Speed Six engine.
We currently have the following TVR Tuscan 2 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 Tuscan 2 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 Tuscan 2 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.
