Following on where the Grantura left off, the Vixen was the TVR for those who couldn’t afford anything hairier

If you’re one of those people who thinks that a TVR isn’t a TVR unless it’s got too much power and at least six cylinders – preferably a V8 – then the Vixen isn’t for you. This is the TVR untouched by serious cubic inches, and it’s none the worse for it thanks to a sharp chassis and low kerb weight.

Following on where the Grantura left off, the Vixen was the TVR for those who couldn’t afford anything hairier; back in the 1960s, it was the four-cylinder cars that just about kept TVR in the black (well, most of the time anyway), with the V8 models for a minority only.

Although most TVR fanciers prefer something a lot more pokey, these small four-pot models have a loyal following. Values aren’t especially high – the best cars will command little more than £8000; £6000 is more usual. However, if you want something that isn’t all that pretty but is solid and will provide plenty of fun, £4000 will do the trick.