The TVR Tasmin (later known as the TVR 280i) is a sports car designed by Oliver Winterbottom (coach) and Ian Jones (chassis) for TVR and built in the United Kingdom by that company from 1980 to 1987. It was the first of TVR's "Wedge"-series which formed the basis of …

Sep 24, 2018 · Though it has fewer rough edges than the more familiar M-series and Taimar cars that came before, the Tasmin/280i still combines a hand-built body and frame with off-the-shelf mechanical components in a high-performance car that’s rare, distinctive and simple to live with.

The TVR Tasmin 280i was introduced as the successor of the Tasmin 200 in 1984. This newer model was now powered by a Ford Cologne 2.8L V6 that was capable of 160hp and 162 lbs/ft. Power was sent to the rear wheels via a 4 or 5 speed manual transmission, although a 3-speed automatic was also available.

Extensive maintenance records, TVR 280i Workshop Manual & TVR Owners Handbook included (see pic) Specifications. Engine: OHV V6, cast-iron block & heads. Fuel System: Bosch K-Jetronic Fuel Injection. Transmission: 4-Speed Ford Manual. Steering: Rack & Pinion. Performance: 0-60mph 10sec. Production: 862 Convertibles. Body: Steel Chassis ...

Oct 9, 2018 · After a few years’ absence from this market, TVR introduced the Tasmin with a fuel-injected 2.8-liter Ford “Cologne” V-6 making 145 hp and 150 lb-ft of torque, which was mated to a four-speed manual and could push the sub-2,400-pound convertible to 60 mph in under 10 seconds and on to 130 mph.

The TVR Tasmin, later known as the TVR 280i, was a series of sports cars that was introduced for the 1981 model year. The Tasmin is considered to be the first model from what would become TVR's "Wedge-Series," which was a range of TVR offerings that featured a …

Jul 16, 2009 · In 1984, an estimated 125 cars came to the US in convertible form and were known and badged as the TVR Tasmin/280i. Along with those convertibles, an estimated 30 S2 Coupes were also sent to the US market.

1987 TVR Tasmin 280i technical specifications and data. Engine, horsepower, torque, dimensions and mechanical details for the 1987 TVR Tasmin 280i. C...

this is a 1985 tvr tasmin/280i convertible. IF YOU MIGHT NOT BE FAMILIAR WITH THIS SPORTY BRITISH CAR, IT WAS HANDMADE IN BLACKPOOL ENGLAND. AND THE TASMIN WAS FIRST MADE AVAILABLE IN AMERICA IN LATE 1982 WHICH ENDED ITS THREE YEAR ABSENCE FROM THE USA.

Oct 12, 2003 · Inconsistent badging by TVR leads to different identifications on Tasmins, variously known as a Tasmin, Tasmin/280i or simply 280i. Unfamiliarity among motorists leads to lots of...