TVR Chimaera Model History
The TVR Chimaera first appeared in 1993 and it was intended to be more of a GT car than its sibling the TVR Griffith. Although it shares much of the chassis and mechanicals it features a larger boot and originally a slightly softer suspension setup. Both models use a Rover V8 engine ranging in size from 4.0 to 5.0 litre, providing hair raising levels of power and acceleration.
In 1994 both the Chimaera and Griffith 500 switched to a Borg Warner T5 gearbox (the previous unit coming from a Rover SD1). Shortly after that the TVR Chimaera 500 was launched.
Then in 1996 the Chimaera received a minor facelift, the front end becoming more like that of the Cerbera. The mesh grille was removed and a horizontal split added across the grille space and indicator. In 2001 the Chimaera was given Griff style covered headlights.
In around 1997-1998 the rear lights changed from a parts bin Fiesta unit to a TVR designed part.
In 1994 both the Chimaera and Griffith 500 switched to a Borg Warner T5 gearbox (the previous unit coming from a Rover SD1). Shortly after that the TVR Chimaera 500 was launched.
Then in 1996 the Chimaera received a minor facelift, the front end becoming more like that of the Cerbera. The mesh grille was removed and a horizontal split added across the grille space and indicator. In 2001 the Chimaera was given Griff style covered headlights.
In around 1997-1998 the rear lights changed from a parts bin Fiesta unit to a TVR designed part.
