Rob W Posted July 12, 2016 Report Share Posted July 12, 2016 Hello all, Im new to this forum but looking into getting a tr4 as a project once ive sold my mini to make room, Just after some advice and opinions really about which model people find most desirable? I would prefer a rhd model, what to avoid when buying a project? im not afraid to tackle anything on the body or mechanically My budget will hopefully be somewher around the 6 - 7 k mark dependent on the sale of my mini? What could I reasonably expect to get for that kind of money? Any advice info greatly appreciated Thanks Rob Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ianc Posted July 12, 2016 Report Share Posted July 12, 2016 The TR4 benefited from all the improvements made to the sidescreen cars, plus rack & pinion steering, face level ventilation, more practical weather equipment, bracing of the scuttle, and wider track and bodywork. The chassis, being a widened TR3A, was equally robust. Things went downhill with the TR4A: waisted (more flexible) chassis, less strong suspension mountings (must be beefed up if not to come adrift), more complexity in the drive train, and undesirable camber changes at the rear. If you look at results achieved nowadays in classic rallying, you'll note the vehicle of choice for TR people. Ian Cornish Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stillp Posted July 12, 2016 Report Share Posted July 12, 2016 The best advice I can give is to join the TR Register and find your local group. Pete Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TR 2100 Posted July 12, 2016 Report Share Posted July 12, 2016 Rob, You will find this Forum both friendly and very helpful. But - when you ask such a wide question, where do we start with a reply? The suggestion to see a few TRs and chat to some local members is a useful suggestion, and you would also find willing volunteers to check out local cars. You may even find a TR available locally - that would be a real bonus, as you can easily get conned into a 200 mile drive to see a poor car based on the sellers rose tinted specs. AlanR Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guest ntc Posted July 12, 2016 Report Share Posted July 12, 2016 If you look at results achieved nowadays in classic rallying, you'll note the vehicle of choice for TR people. Ian Cornish Yep your teeth fall out ask why most modern cars are IRS Quote Link to post Share on other sites
peejay4A Posted July 12, 2016 Report Share Posted July 12, 2016 If you're not interested in competition there's nothing wrong with the IRS. As used on the TR5 and TR6. And Stag. And T2000/2500. etc etc. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Geko Posted July 13, 2016 Report Share Posted July 13, 2016 In the 6-7 K range you can get a very good US LHD project, UK delivered. If you're looking for a UK RHD you'll get a guaranteed life-time basket case for the same money. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
david c Posted July 15, 2016 Report Share Posted July 15, 2016 I think Stef is right on the money, but who knows you might strike lucky with a RHD. The most important thing is the chassis, from a good base almost anything can be sorted out. Good luck David Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rob W Posted July 15, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 15, 2016 Thank u all, ive got some buyers guides now, time to start having a look around, if anyone knows of any im my price range let me know, im open to anything to have a look out, lookong forward to being an active member of the forum! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TR 2100 Posted July 16, 2016 Report Share Posted July 16, 2016 Rob, Sadly, with TR4 prices having increased so much over the last year or two, you will have your work cut out in finding anything much more than drivable and MOT-able in the 6-7k price range. May just be someone in your local group who is selling, but owners tend to hang on to their cars. I bought my two TR4s in 1977 and 1981! Hope you succeed, though. AlanR Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Geko Posted July 23, 2016 Report Share Posted July 23, 2016 Here is a good LHD project Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stuart Posted July 23, 2016 Report Share Posted July 23, 2016 Here is a good LHD project Cheap car, worth that all day long. Stuart. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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