TVR rises from the ashes with new Sagaris

Posted Thu Jul 10 2008 10:25 AM by Viknesh Vijayenthiran

In the latest twist of the TVR story, the British sports carmaker has unveiled an updated version of its Sagaris (current model pictured) at a secret preview event and has announced plans to start building the car at the end of the year. Tales of plant shutdowns, massive layoffs, and a possible tie-up with Italian coach-builder left many fearful that the TVR brand could be disbanded for good, but it appears the company is alive and kicking.

Speaking at the unveiling of the new car, TVR managing director David Oxley said first sales of the new Sagaris will start early next year and there were plans for several more models as well.

Changes to the Sagaris include a revised suspension set-up and steering system for improved handling. The interior has also been given a major makeover, being fitted with a new air-conditioning system, new carpets and an updated center console. The car’s straight-six engine has been left unchanged and still develops 380hp and 349lb-ft of torque from its 4.0L of displacement.

Pricing is yet to be announced but is expected to run upwards of €85,000. The car will be available in both RHD and LHD configurations and will be sold in the Middle East and Europe as well as the UK, initially.

Reader Comments

Thu Jul 10 2008 12:37 PM
bambam says

I hated these TVR, I don't know why, even with its serious horse power, I still prefer the cheap Jap cars. Its nothing special.
Lets hope this is.
Thu Jul 10 2008 5:41 PM
burke says

A combination of the highest performance specs with the poorest reliability...
Thu Jul 10 2008 11:55 PM
Canucko says

Watch your language bambam you sound like trailer park white trash.
Fri Jul 11 2008 10:03 AM
CarFanaticsUnleashed says

Lightweight with fantastic speed, limited reliability, little or no production quality!
I say it's the perfect car...sounds a bit italian don't you think?
Sat Sep 6 2008 10:49 AM
richierich says

hehe ur right- that sounds VERY italian :D
But hey they do look AWSOME and they seem to sound great (top gear-fifth gear)(none of them here in norway..)
"Lightweight with fantastic speed, limited reliability, little or no production quality" -but isent that more or less a supercar recipe -hate to say it though...
And the last Sagaris looked really cool!

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