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- 2001 TVR Griffith 500 SE #6/100
2001 TVR Griffith 500 SE #6/100
Lot Number: 715
2001 TVR Griffith 500 SE #6/100
Just over 15,000 miles from new, this is a low-mileage, incredibly well specified and maintained example of the Special Edition Griffith.
- ESTIMATE: £35,000 - £45,000
+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)
You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Saturday 21st February, 2026 at 1.00pm local time at Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh Rd, Coventry, CV8 2LG
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BODY COLOUR
Rolex Blue -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
Y158 HPC -
ODOMETER READING
15200 Miles
SUMMARY
Just over 15,000 miles from new, this is a low-mileage, incredibly well specified and maintained example of the Special Edition Griffith.
DESCRIPTION
TVR introduced the Griffith at the 1990 British Motor Show in Birmingham, where it was met with a wholeheartedly positive reception as it was perceived as maintaining the true TVR ethos being compact and lightweight with a stonking V8 up front. While it wasn’t the most technologically advanced car on the market at the time, it certainly offered a unique driving experience back then, as it still does to this day.
In 2000, TVR announced that production of the Griffith was coming to an end and to mark this, a final limited run of 100 Special Edition cars was commissioned and known as the Griffith 500 SE. Built between 2000 and 2002, with the last cars registered in 2003, the SE models retained the proven 340bhp 5.0-litre Rover V8 drivetrain, allowing the car to complete 0-60mph in 4.1 seconds on its way to 169mph, while also gaining a number of distinctive features. These included a hybrid interior using the Chimaera dashboard and Cerbera seats along with revised rear lights, different door mirrors, more powerful headlights and clear indicator lenses with some cars being fitted with 16" wheels. Each finished car displays a numbered plaque in the glove box including the build number and carries a Special Edition badge on the boot. A unique factory signature is concealed in the boot under the carpet.
This phenomenal example is #6 of 100 and is finished in Rolex Blue with a Portland and Purple leather interior and grey carpets piped in purple. Having covered a mere and documented 15,200 miles from new, the condition is stunningly well preserved and maintained. The paintwork is consistent with careful ownership and presents with good depth with the panels remaining true. The car is currently fitted with BBS style wheels, which suit the car visually, with the original set of wheels also supplied with the car.
Inside the cabin, the SE specific layout is evident, and the seats and dashboard trim remain in good order, benefitting from an upgraded stereo with two additional speakers and an amplifier. The installation is neat and unobtrusive whilst providing improved audio capability over the original equipment.
The mechanical condition reflects light usage and regular maintenance, with the car benefitting from a small number of upgrades including a stainless steel TVR clamp set, a stainless V clamp Y-piece with main catalytic converter, Pro Tech front and rear shock absorbers, and a set of ET38 Calibre Vintage 7 x 16" alloy wheels included as part of the package.
The car comes with a comprehensive history file and paperwork supporting the stunning condition, maintenance and servicing over the years. Numbered SE models such as this remain among the most collectable TVRs, with clear evidence of provenance and specification. Viewings and inspections are welcomed and encouraged. Please note that the Cherished Registration Number displayed in our images, TVR 1T, does not form part of the sale but is available by separate negotiation.
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 715
- Make
- TVR
- Model
- GRIFFITH 500 SE
- Registration Number
- Y158 HPC
- MOT Expiry
- 26/10/2026
- Chassis Number
- SDLAA04R81B001009
- Engine Number
- 37A50P8364
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Rolex Blue
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Harry Fox-Edwards
- Car Specialist
- 07398 872032
- harryfe@iconicauctioneers.com
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SEE IT IN ACTION
SEE IT IN ACTION
Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 23rd February. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.
Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT for a standard sized vehicle and prices start from £275 plus VAT for larger vehicles. Storage will be charged at £12 plus VAT per day from the Monday for the first 14 days then £40 + vat per week from there on.
For oversized vehicles such as vans, transporters etc. please contact EM Rogers on +44 (0)1604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.
If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before noon on Monday 23rd February, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.
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