This is a very tidy example of a 2016 Tiger Avon, a lightweight British kit car in the vein of the Caterham and Lotus Seven. Finished in eye-catching Orange with a Black leather interior, this example was registered new in 2016 and shows just 1,983 miles from new. Built from a brand-new kit supplied by Tiger Racing, it benefits from a lively 2.0-litre Ford Zetec engine on throttle bodies, paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox. With only two former keepers and recently recommissioned following a period of storage, it is now MOT’d and ready to be enjoyed.
Having covered very limited mileage since completion, this Tiger Avon presents in very good order throughout. The vehicle has been fully recommissioned after storage and is reported by The Vendor to drive beautifully, with sharp handling. Mechanical specification includes a lightened flywheel, 4-pot alloy front brake calipers with Greenstuff pads and rear disc brakes, all contributing to an engaging driving experience. Overall, it is a well-sorted and usable example of a lightweight kit car.
The car is accompanied by a good history file containing photographic evidence of the original build along with assorted invoices from new. Included is the original invoice for the full kit, tonneau cover and fibreglass aero screen, totalling £14,791. With just two former keepers and minimal mileage, this example has clearly been cherished rather than heavily used.
The Tiger Avon is a British-built kit car produced by Tiger Racing, a company formed in 1989 and renowned for its Lotus Seven-inspired road and race cars. The Avon is Tiger’s entry-level model, featuring a steel spaceframe chassis, fully independent suspension and a lightweight fibreglass body. Originally developed as the Phoenix Automotive Avon Sprint, the design was acquired and refined by Tiger Racing, resulting in a well-engineered and highly adaptable platform. Engine options have varied over the years, with the Ford Zetec—such as fitted here—being one of the most popular choices thanks to its reliability and strong performance.
With extremely low mileage, an attractive specification and a well-documented build, this Tiger Avon represents an excellent opportunity to acquire a thrilling, lightweight sports car at a fraction of the cost of its Caterham or Lotus Seven counterparts. Ideal for sunny-day drives, track days or simply enjoying one of the purest driving experiences available, this example is ready to be driven and enjoyed by its next custodian.
Saturday 24th January: 9am-11:30am
Monday 26th January: 8am-3:30am
Tuesday 27th January: 8am-3:30pm
Wednesday 28th January: 8am-3:30pm
Earlier viewing dates available upon request
