The S Series marked the return of TVR from the distinctive looks of the 'wedge' cars to a more traditional design Introduced in 1990, the S3 featured a stiffer chassis, new bodywork with 4" longer doors and a revised interior It retained the 2.9-litre Ford Cologne V6 which generated 168bhp and 191lb/ft and offered 0-60 in 6.8 seconds on the way to around 140mph First registered in October 1991, this S3 290S has been very carefully maintained over the years supported by a large and comprehensive history file The file includes the original book pack with service card stamped fully, mostly by TVR main agents, a handwritten account of ownership, numerous supporting invoices for maintenance and upkeep, and a copy of ‘The TVR S Series’ owners maintenance manual The car presents very well in gleaming white with a smart interior in dark blue leather.

The Targa hood sections fit well and presents very nicely and the engine bay and boot are tidy.

The exhaust and manifolds are good and we unde...