Not Sold (Est: £5,000 - £6,000)
1981 TVR TASMIN 280 COUPE
Mathewsons • UK • 3 Nov 2026
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Not Sold (Est: £5,000 - £6,000)
1981 TVR TASMIN 280 COUPE
UK • 3 Nov 2026 • Lot 280
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1981 TVR Tasmin 280 Coupe, estimated at £5,000-£6,000, is a rare classic with a rebuilt engine and solid frame, described as a great driver and Grand Tourer. While it starts and runs well, it requires several repairs including addressing a fuel leak, non-working gauges, an electrical drain, and paintwork touch-ups, making it ideal for someone looking for a winter project to bring it up to spec.
Condition
6
The car is described as a 'good, honest car' that drives well and has a solid frame. However, it has several issues needing attention: a leaking fuel tank, a snapped door key, non-working gauges (temp and fuel), an electrical drain, paintwork issues on the front bumper and around headlights, and an auto-choke needing adjustment. The engine was rebuilt in 2024, which is a positive, but the overall condition requires noticeable reconditioning.
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66,869 miles (via 2020 MOT)
KPF 546W
1981
Auction
Manual
LHD
United Kingdom
Not Sold (Est: £5,000 - £6,000)
1981 TVR TASMIN 280 COUPE
Mathewsons • UK • 3 Nov 2026
Market Position:
Market Average
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Description
Make: TVR Registration: KPF 546W
Engine Size (cc): 2792 Year of Manufacture: 1981 Date First Registered: 05/03/1981 Current V5: YES Location: PICKERING You can view from: Wednesday 21 October 2026 - Tuesday 27 October 2026
Price Analysis vs Other Tasmins
£1,800
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£5,976
Median Price (Since 2020)
£16,900
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 29th Dec 2021
Latest MOT mileage:
66,869 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 30th Dec 2020, 66,869 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Minor:
- Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Passed
On 9th Aug 2019, 66,830 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Minor:
- Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Advisory:
- Offside Front tyre is perishing
- Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed
On 21st Dec 2017, 66,829 miles
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Auction House Headquarters
Mathewsons
Pickering Road, Thornton-le-Dale, Pickering, Yorkshire, YO18 7LH
Operating from Pickering, North Yorkshire, Mathewsons is a physical auction house dealing in classic, vintage, and modern classic vehicles. They hold regular live auctions and provide vehicle consignment services.
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