Faults:

Nothing much really, no major faults. Think I may have to replace the viscous fan coupling soon.

Rustproofed from new and several times since, so no real problems there.

Interiors aren't that durable, and in the open topped car, tends to weather quickly. Best kept as original as possible in my opinion.

Needs careful rustproofing. Rust can be a problem on most cars of this era.

Will probably fit a stainless steel exhaust when the mild steel one fails.

General Comments:

Good fun, good handling, brakes only adequate, ride good for its time but not to modern standards. The controversial styling is now part of the character of the car.

Cabin is light and airy with lots of room for two. Two seats only.

No radio / stereo as standard, care needs to be taken with aftermarket as they can look out of place.

Most parts readily available new, or if not, second hand, but some bits and pieces of trim can be expensive.

Probably a purchase you would make as a second car, but nevertheless a practical daily driver.

Faults:

Rear wheel bearings and clutch master cylinder, clutch bushings.

General Comments:

I absolutely love this car. I remember watching the Avengers and Purdy with her TR7. I was luck enough to find one that had slept inside most of her life so far. I am sad right now as it it is sleeping for the winter in a cosy heated garage.. Can't wait for spring..

If I have one negative point, it is the top. Mind you, I have had it replaced with a new leather top.. Very hard to put back in.. takes 2 to do it..

Faults:

Cylinder head.

General Comments:

More economical than the V8. Dubbed ‘the shape of things to come’ on its initial release campaign, it is a car that was certainly ahead of its time. The first for side impact beams, big black bumpers, transfer decals, and a plastic dash? It was even designed for unleaded fuel from day one due to its initial USA market.

This is a car that really is fun to drive, because it is one that really has to be actually driven.

Still looks bang up to the minute even today, yet it is possible to actually do a service on a car like this in your own garage.

Faults:

Pickup coil wire seperated. 20,000 miles.

Right Ball joint failure 22,000 miles.

Gas tank sender pickup replaced 19,000 miles.

Transmission rubber support/damper replaced 18,000 miles.

General Comments:

This is my 5th TR7... I have been driving them since the late 70"s.

Great Style, great fun to drive, a piece of history...

The lowest quility car you can own. With that in mind.. a lot of fun to work on...

This in not a car for the weak of heart.

Faults:

Pickup coil connector came loose and had to be soldered.

General Comments:

This is my 5th TR7... Not a car for the average driver... But if you like a challenge and a unique car. The TR7 is a great choice... Plenty of parts availible... Great to drive... A fun car to drive!!!

Faults:

Gearbox failed at 105k miles, which was disturbing, but a recon unit was easy to source and reasonably cheap. No problems with that so far.

Radiator was replaced at the same time, as it was weeping a little too much for my liking.

Windscreen wiper intermittent wipe is dodgy - the wipers don't travel far enough on the intermittent pulse. Just needs the electrics looking at.

Engine was a bit baggy when I bought it, but that was sorted out with the unleaded conversion.

The driver's seat has been replaced, and the foam is collapsing at the bottom of the backrest again.

Rust is a perennial problem on these cars, but mine hasn't suffered too badly. It's waxoyl'd for the winter which helps.

The feed for the starter motor relay perished, (it's right next to the exhaust manifold) but that's an easy fix with a soldering iron.

General Comments:

I'm biased - I love TR7's. I can forgive just about anything because of this. It's fun, different, and makes me smile. It stands out in the car park, and all my mates think it's cool.

It's not quick by modern standards, although I've had the ton out of it (uphill, with a good run up!) and it wasn't topping out or complaining.

It's also extremely comfortable, despite it's age, and has a lovely driving position - you're stretched out reclining, and the main controls are in just the right place.

The gearbox is great - other than the failure - and works like a rifle bolt. The throw is a bit long compared to modern cars perhaps.

Servicing is dead easy, all the bits are common parts (especially if you get the spin-on oil filter kit, which takes Ford Escort filters), but it likes frequent (4000 mile) plug and oil changes.

My only gripe is that the wheelbase is too short, which makes handling 'interesting' in the wet, but then it's easy to get the back end out, which is fun in the dry, especially as the steering gives you lots of feedback.

Faults:

The clutch failed after one month of ownership.

Rust has started to come though on the front wheel arch.

General Comments:

Converted to full TR8 specification by S&S preparations in 1997.

Lovely colour - Bordeaux Red with tan interior.

It's very loud, with twin stainless steel exhausts.

I keep forgetting to put my foot all the way down, when I do - whoosh.

Faults:

Classic cars or cars approaching 20yrs of age can require severe maintenance, dependant upon general condition via former ownerships. Sadly few people seem able to maintain a vehicle in pristine condition, and cars of this age can reflect that. However, treat your TR7 well and it will reward you.

General Comments:

A classic British sports car. Must be driven to be appreciated. Once experienced you'll feel the need to own one, or several. A 3.5 L - 5.0 L V8 option is an available (and exciting) upgrade. Excellent investment potential for the next 10 - 20 yrs. A driver's car, anything but disposable transport - please.

Faults:

Nothing mechanical, but you can spend lots of money on 'rolling upgrades' - new bushes, new roof.

Basically, you can run them cheap, but to keep them 'on the ball' costs lots of money.

General Comments:

The last 'fully British' mass-produced sports car!

Slap in a 4.6 litre V8 and have fun.