In Brief:

• A well documented and honest example of a S2 290S
• Finished in British Racing Green over a Magnolia leather interior
• Accompanied by invoices totalling over £17,000 of expenditure
• Original TVR bookpack included as well as stamped Service Record
• Utilises 2.9 litre 168 BHP Cologne V6

Auctioneer’s Notes:

An honest and usable example of the desirable TVR 290S S2, finished in classic British Racing Green with a Black detachable roof and contrasting Magnolia leather interior. A presentable car with scope for light improvement, it offers an exciting route into hand-built British sports car ownership at an accessible level.

Maintenance & Condition:

Benefitting from a huge and complete history file, this S2 comes with documentation exceeding £15,000 in servicing and maintenance expenditure. The accompanying Service Record contains 10 stamps for services carried out between 1990 at 1,225 miles and 1999 at 59,240 miles. MOT certificates are present, including the current MOT valid until November 2026 and the car is supported by numerous invoices, a TVR parts catalogue, a Sprint magazine issue and even a secondary VIN plate. A good, usable example with room for minor cosmetic and detail improvements.

History:

Supplied with its original TVR bookpack containing the Owner’s Handbook and Service Record, this car is further supported by documentation listing all previous owners, old tax discs, and a wealth of period paperwork. The level of retained provenance is very high and provides an excellent record of the car’s life.

The Model:

TVR’s S-series represented a return to the marque’s traditional lightweight, driver-focused sports cars. Early cars used Ford’s Cologne V6 in both 2.8-litre and 2.9-litre forms. The S2, introduced in 1988, benefitted from the torquier 168 BHP 2.9-litre V6, offering lively performance, a charismatic soundtrack and classic TVR dynamics. Hand-built in Blackpool, these cars remain one of the most engaging and aidless entry points into the TVR driving experience.

Sale Insight:

Well-documented S2 models are increasingly sought after and examples with such extensive history files rarely come to market. With a strong mechanical foundation, a current long MOT and modest areas for light improvement, this TVR offers excellent value and represents a rewarding opportunity for enthusiasts wanting an engaging, analogue British sports car with true character.

Estimate:
£3,000 - £4,000