No worries, thanks for following. 😄 I swear I am going crackers though as you can see at the end of the video.. 😂 I am hoping to get the vibration sorted as it's likely it's the thrust bearing/spigot has failed but as Simon commented it could well be something like a heatshield, although saying that seems odd I had poor gear selection and a change in the clutch bite point. Anyway it needs to be thrown at a specialist which I am going to try an organise this week not only for this but a tune up as well. Cant wait to see yours? 😁👍
@@RobsCars it’s actually not the fumes that cause the doolally reaction, it’s literally the nature of the beast! The way it accelerates, the constant percussion/thunder and the immediacy of the steering - it’s the overload of the senses that does it. I was grinning from ear to ear watching the video. Far and away one of the most intoxicating cars. They do need care and attention though, there’s always something! I dropped my chassis brace down an inch or so at the back, using some brass bushings, so that it no longer fouls the exhaust - it’s been quite silent since. Here’s a (boring) vid of mine: th-cam.com/video/mIpBiy7ZCUk/w-d-xo.html
@@I999-g2s Took my cerb (T8 VUR) out for the first time this weekend and got a thumbs up from a gaggle of police officers in a riot/Meat van waiting at the traffic lights next to me, thought id give it a very light launch, hence some sideways action,a puff of tyre smoke and they must of liked it as i didn't get the blue lights! or the fact they knew i was already too far ahead to catch. My wife wasn't too impressed being a police officer her self, but she was smiling so not too bad.... Back out this bank holiday weekend .....Yippee trying to avoid the hedges and ditches again.
@@kyestone8023 I can feel the excitement mate, good for you! I missed two days of amazing weather this week where I should have taken it out, but now we’ve got rain till Sunday :-( It’s all dusted-off and ready to go though. Even replaced the window runner felt, so now the driver’s window literally fly’s up and down. It’s the small wins with a Cerb that make it even more interesting.
@@I999-g2s Best feeling in the world, pulling the old girl out of the garage and standing back and admiring your handy work, 4 years of large bills and my time inc tinkering/maintenance and mine is complete, beautiful and reliable. I can safely say i will never sale mine as its now a part of me. i will post a video of mine soon. Cheers Kye
@@duncanajpv8 do it! We need more people to celebrate these cars they're epic... well when they're not being a tit obviously lol.. Most reliable car in the world apparently. 🤣 And I know it was Joseph in front as it was all over his numberplate 😆
@@duncanajpv8 those Bentley's, at least that generation are over rated rubbish. He wouldn't hold a candle to a Cerb even a poorly one! He knew when he saw me it was game over! 😆🤣 Anyway, car is back together with new uprated slave, clutch etc. It was 3 bolts that fell out the gear box that were making that horrible noise. Just need to fit a new starter and we should be back on for more videos... 🤞🤞
Hi Rob, what’s your opinion on the Cerbera speed 6 4.0? I’ve found a immaculate 2000 model for sale within my price range, 2600 miles n the clock. I have come across some 4.2 and 4.5L but most require some work, which with a TVR and being a bit naive with motor mechanics puts me off a little. This particular model is road ready, had lots of parts replaced or upgraded, but obviously has the smaller less powerful engine. Just wondered what you think of the speed 6 engine and its performance? The thing that attracts too me to this particular car is the brilliant well maintained condition it’s in. I know it being a TVR it will require a lot more maintenance than most other sports cars on the road, but I’ve accounted for that with savings for not if, but when something goes wrong. Plus I have a garage where it will be parked up in most of the time to protect it from the elements, as with most others this will purely be a weekend car for me. So do I take the plunge with a road ready speed 6, or go for a 4.2 or 4.5 V8 and be prepared too do some work with the additional costs on top?.
Hi Matty, I have uploaded a video today explaining about TVR ownership in general while brief, it should give you some idea. In fact your first post on my channel prompted me to do it along with someone else. Anyway, if budget allows always go for the 4.5 V8. I see what you are saying about overall condition, but you'll find an absolutely mint champagne gold one that recently went up for sale, its had everything done it is basically a new car. But that's circa £32k I think. Even then that's stupidly cheap for the amount of work that's been carried out. Now, bigger isnt always better but in this instance it is and generally the most desirable option. Not only that the AJP 4.2 & 4.5 were exclusively made for the Cerbera, no other model had these engines. Although some will argue that the Tuscan challenge race cars had the AJP V8 as well, but they werent road cars! Generally the pre 98' V8s are less reliable in standard form due to the smaller crank journal which affected the 4.2 engines. Note that should you get one, ensure that it has had an engine rebuild at least once in its life and by a reputable garage, such as Powers or Str8six. Unless its effing cheap buy it and get it done. In all fairness the SpeedSix is very good, but it does tend to be weaker than the later AJP engines, with finger followers breaking, this said if it has had a Powers rebuild you should be ok as you get a minimum 3 year warranty and unlimited mileage I believe. I think the minimum is £10k for this and it takes it from 4.0 to 4.3. There is a 4.5 and possibly a 5.0 option!, which while may seem steep it is worth it for the longevity and performance of the car. Look for cars that have upgraded suspension such as Ohlins, Nitron or Gaz. I have fully adjustable Nitrons on mine and it's an absolute peach. Also recent slave cylinders will save a lot of money in mostly labour charges. So if you have your heart set on one make sure you get it inspected, and that its had work done to the engine and/or chassis to keep any future monster Bill's down or nil. Naturally never buy a car with your heart, use your head! Set aside some cash every month min. £250 - £350 and you should be ok. I will try and make a more informative video in relation to pros and cons. To be fair on the maintenance cost side, it's cheaper than any equivalent Ferrari, Porsche, Lamborghini, Aston etc. Of the same era. You have to remember the Cerbera used to be the fastest accelerating production car in the world in 1996/7, seeing off the likes of the 993 Turbo. 💪I wouldnt like an engine bill for one of those! 😂 Anyway good luck with whichever you choose there is nothing else like it! Thanks for your comment!! 👍😬✌
@@RobsCars wow thanks for all the info Rob. That champagne gold one you mentioned is the one I'm looking at. If it's still around I might take a drive down and go and take a look with my own eyes. It appears to have loads of work and upgrades done too it and it's just within my price range. I've always wanted a TVR since I was a kid, but could never afford one. Now I'm in my 40s and in the financial position too but I've got too do it or I'll never buy one. I love all TVRs my love started with the Griffith but their rare and so expensive personally I think the Cerbera is the best looking out of the lot. What's your opinion on the Chimaera with the Rover V8? I've been also looking around and I can get a 96/97 model in good condition for around 15k do I start off with one of those, save my money, keep it for a couple of years then sell as you know with TVRs providing their looked after their a good investment. I think it's because it's such a large sum of money I'll be parting with for a Cerbera where as the Chimaera is that much cheaper id be inclined too take the plunge. I'll definitely buy with my head and even if the colour isn't my thing I'd rather by one the wrong colour but is that much better maintained. Tbh I'd love too own any TVR I love all of them but the Cerbera really does it for me, but I'd be just as chuffed with a well looked after Chimaera as even those are head turner's and that V8 bubbling away under the bonnet. Saturday morning sun out, roof down, then straight down the country lanes for a thrashing. Any advice is greatly appreciated mate. And I'll take a look at your new video🙂👍
@@matty6848 Chimaeras are very good cars, probably the most reliable TVR ever made, but not faultless. However the cheapest Peter Wheeler era car to maintain. (Ignoring the S series) Although to be fair the Griff is technically the same car, so you could pass the same judgement of the Griff. Performance wise they they are not to be sniffed at either, they offer acceleration that will embarrass a lot of fast newer cars. But due to the shorter wheel base to the Cerb they are likely to be more twitchy under load and due to a softer setup. When you are on it in a Cerb it will make the Chim look slow, but they are probably the most relaxed, unrelaxing car in the Peter Wheeler generation of the cars, this could be the nature of the lazy RV8 though. Suspension and general setup if for sports comfort. But you could have some work done to make it perform better. Anyway same rules apply when buying so keep that in mind, but if you can get a Cerb I wouldn't even bother looking at any others. I know Sagaris owners (not all) say that they prefer the Cerb over the Sagaris so thats praise indeed. But I also see what you mean, the roof off, the sun (when we have it!) That V8 bubble great noise. I would say drive both, and see what you prefer. Good luck! 😬✌
Thanks Rob, these videos are keeping me going, while I wait for summer to start and the beast to be unleashed!
No worries, thanks for following. 😄
I swear I am going crackers though as you can see at the end of the video.. 😂
I am hoping to get the vibration sorted as it's likely it's the thrust bearing/spigot has failed but as Simon commented it could well be something like a heatshield, although saying that seems odd I had poor gear selection and a change in the clutch bite point.
Anyway it needs to be thrown at a specialist which I am going to try an organise this week not only for this but a tune up as well.
Cant wait to see yours? 😁👍
@@RobsCars it’s actually not the fumes that cause the doolally reaction, it’s literally the nature of the beast! The way it accelerates, the constant percussion/thunder and the immediacy of the steering - it’s the overload of the senses that does it. I was grinning from ear to ear watching the video.
Far and away one of the most intoxicating cars.
They do need care and attention though, there’s always something!
I dropped my chassis brace down an inch or so at the back, using some brass bushings, so that it no longer fouls the exhaust - it’s been quite silent since.
Here’s a (boring) vid of mine:
th-cam.com/video/mIpBiy7ZCUk/w-d-xo.html
@@I999-g2s Took my cerb (T8 VUR) out for the first time this weekend and got a thumbs up from a gaggle of police officers in a riot/Meat van waiting at the traffic lights next to me, thought id give it a very light launch, hence some sideways action,a puff of tyre smoke and they must of liked it as i didn't get the blue lights!
or the fact they knew i was already too far ahead to catch.
My wife wasn't too impressed being a police officer her self, but she was smiling so not too bad....
Back out this bank holiday weekend .....Yippee trying to avoid the hedges and ditches again.
@@kyestone8023 I can feel the excitement mate, good for you!
I missed two days of amazing weather this week where I should have taken it out, but now we’ve got rain till Sunday :-(
It’s all dusted-off and ready to go though. Even replaced the window runner felt, so now the driver’s window literally fly’s up and down.
It’s the small wins with a Cerb that make it even more interesting.
@@I999-g2s Best feeling in the world, pulling the old girl out of the garage and standing back and admiring your handy work, 4 years of large bills and my time inc tinkering/maintenance and mine is complete, beautiful and reliable.
I can safely say i will never sale mine as its now a part of me.
i will post a video of mine soon.
Cheers
Kye
😂😂😂 Come on Joseph!
I need to do some vids as mine is running sweet at the moment (4.2)
@@duncanajpv8 do it! We need more people to celebrate these cars they're epic... well when they're not being a tit obviously lol.. Most reliable car in the world apparently. 🤣
And I know it was Joseph in front as it was all over his numberplate 😆
@@RobsCars disappointing how slowly he's driving, naughty Joseph! TVRs are great, and Cerberas are the best of the lot 😊👍
@@duncanajpv8 those Bentley's, at least that generation are over rated rubbish. He wouldn't hold a candle to a Cerb even a poorly one! He knew when he saw me it was game over! 😆🤣
Anyway, car is back together with new uprated slave, clutch etc. It was 3 bolts that fell out the gear box that were making that horrible noise. Just need to fit a new starter and we should be back on for more videos... 🤞🤞
Hi Rob, what’s your opinion on the Cerbera speed 6 4.0? I’ve found a immaculate 2000 model for sale within my price range, 2600 miles n the clock. I have come across some 4.2 and 4.5L but most require some work, which with a TVR and being a bit naive with motor mechanics puts me off a little. This particular model is road ready, had lots of parts replaced or upgraded, but obviously has the smaller less powerful engine. Just wondered what you think of the speed 6 engine and its performance? The thing that attracts too me to this particular car is the brilliant well maintained condition it’s in. I know it being a TVR it will require a lot more maintenance than most other sports cars on the road, but I’ve accounted for that with savings for not if, but when something goes wrong. Plus I have a garage where it will be parked up in most of the time to protect it from the elements, as with most others this will purely be a weekend car for me. So do I take the plunge with a road ready speed 6, or go for a 4.2 or 4.5 V8 and be prepared too do some work with the additional costs on top?.
Hi Matty, I have uploaded a video today explaining about TVR ownership in general while brief, it should give you some idea. In fact your first post on my channel prompted me to do it along with someone else.
Anyway, if budget allows always go for the 4.5 V8. I see what you are saying about overall condition, but you'll find an absolutely mint champagne gold one that recently went up for sale, its had everything done it is basically a new car. But that's circa £32k I think. Even then that's stupidly cheap for the amount of work that's been carried out.
Now, bigger isnt always better but in this instance it is and generally the most desirable option. Not only that the AJP 4.2 & 4.5 were exclusively made for the Cerbera, no other model had these engines. Although some will argue that the Tuscan challenge race cars had the AJP V8 as well, but they werent road cars!
Generally the pre 98' V8s are less reliable in standard form due to the smaller crank journal which affected the 4.2 engines. Note that should you get one, ensure that it has had an engine rebuild at least once in its life and by a reputable garage, such as Powers or Str8six. Unless its effing cheap buy it and get it done.
In all fairness the SpeedSix is very good, but it does tend to be weaker than the later AJP engines, with finger followers breaking, this said if it has had a Powers rebuild you should be ok as you get a minimum 3 year warranty and unlimited mileage I believe. I think the minimum is £10k for this and it takes it from 4.0 to 4.3. There is a 4.5 and possibly a 5.0 option!, which while may seem steep it is worth it for the longevity and performance of the car.
Look for cars that have upgraded suspension such as Ohlins, Nitron or Gaz. I have fully adjustable Nitrons on mine and it's an absolute peach. Also recent slave cylinders will save a lot of money in mostly labour charges.
So if you have your heart set on one make sure you get it inspected, and that its had work done to the engine and/or chassis to keep any future monster Bill's down or nil.
Naturally never buy a car with your heart, use your head! Set aside some cash every month min. £250 - £350 and you should be ok. I will try and make a more informative video in relation to pros and cons.
To be fair on the maintenance cost side, it's cheaper than any equivalent Ferrari, Porsche, Lamborghini, Aston etc. Of the same era. You have to remember the Cerbera used to be the fastest accelerating production car in the world in 1996/7, seeing off the likes of the 993 Turbo. 💪I wouldnt like an engine bill for one of those! 😂
Anyway good luck with whichever you choose there is nothing else like it!
Thanks for your comment!! 👍😬✌
@@RobsCars wow thanks for all the info Rob. That champagne gold one you mentioned is the one I'm looking at. If it's still around I might take a drive down and go and take a look with my own eyes. It appears to have loads of work and upgrades done too it and it's just within my price range. I've always wanted a TVR since I was a kid, but could never afford one. Now I'm in my 40s and in the financial position too but I've got too do it or I'll never buy one. I love all TVRs my love started with the Griffith but their rare and so expensive personally I think the Cerbera is the best looking out of the lot. What's your opinion on the Chimaera with the Rover V8? I've been also looking around and I can get a 96/97 model in good condition for around 15k do I start off with one of those, save my money, keep it for a couple of years then sell as you know with TVRs providing their looked after their a good investment. I think it's because it's such a large sum of money I'll be parting with for a Cerbera where as the Chimaera is that much cheaper id be inclined too take the plunge. I'll definitely buy with my head and even if the colour isn't my thing I'd rather by one the wrong colour but is that much better maintained. Tbh I'd love too own any TVR I love all of them but the Cerbera really does it for me, but I'd be just as chuffed with a well looked after Chimaera as even those are head turner's and that V8 bubbling away under the bonnet. Saturday morning sun out, roof down, then straight down the country lanes for a thrashing. Any advice is greatly appreciated mate. And I'll take a look at your new video🙂👍
@@matty6848 Chimaeras are very good cars, probably the most reliable TVR ever made, but not faultless. However the cheapest Peter Wheeler era car to maintain. (Ignoring the S series)
Although to be fair the Griff is technically the same car, so you could pass the same judgement of the Griff.
Performance wise they they are not to be sniffed at either, they offer acceleration that will embarrass a lot of fast newer cars. But due to the shorter wheel base to the Cerb they are likely to be more twitchy under load and due to a softer setup.
When you are on it in a Cerb it will make the Chim look slow, but they are probably the most relaxed, unrelaxing car in the Peter Wheeler generation of the cars, this could be the nature of the lazy RV8 though. Suspension and general setup if for sports comfort. But you could have some work done to make it perform better.
Anyway same rules apply when buying so keep that in mind, but if you can get a Cerb I wouldn't even bother looking at any others. I know Sagaris owners (not all) say that they prefer the Cerb over the Sagaris so thats praise indeed.
But I also see what you mean, the roof off, the sun (when we have it!) That V8 bubble great noise.
I would say drive both, and see what you prefer.
Good luck! 😬✌
Check the exhaust isn’t knocking against the guards underneath