• Notice: If you're posting to get rid of the little man (Lucas), please post A NEW TOPIC with something meaningful. Tell us about yourself and your interest in British cars. You need not share anything too personal. NOTE: this New Member's Forum is only to introduce yourself. If you have specific questions about your little British car, please post those in the appropriate marque-related forum.
    Thanks and welcome to BCF!
    Basil
  • Hey Guest!
    British Car Forum has been supporting enthusiasts for over 25 years by providing a great place to share our love for British cars. You can support our efforts by upgrading your membership for less than the dues of most car clubs. There are some perks with a member upgrade!
    **Upgrade Now**
    (PS: Upgraded members don't see this banner, nor will you see the Google ads that appear on the site.)

new member - Caterham, Surrey - TR4a

Share this page

J

James53

Freshman Member
Offline
Hi all -

Thanks for letting me join :)

I've been working with my father in France on a 1967 TR4a for a long time after coming across the bones of this one 20+ years ago. Mechanically and electrically it's working nicely and drives well - mainly just the bodywork left and a few 100 finishing touches...

My dad owned this exact year and model back in 1967 when he first met my mother (who passed away when I was quite young), this was a nostalgic trip down memory lane for him that we never quite finished.

Sadly he passed away earlier this year, and my heart has gone out of it somewhat. I'm hoping to get some advice in this forum on how best to find a loving home for it with a new owner that's prepared to complete the restoration work (I'll post in a more appropriate section for that once I've had a look around, lots of pics to add). It's registered in the UK but currently stored in northern France along with literally everything needed to complete it (inc. Surrey top and a spare transmission).

Thanks again.


Screenshot 2026-10-12 090338.png
 

Attachments

  • Screenshot 2026-10-12 091028.png
    Screenshot 2026-10-12 091028.png
    809.8 KB · Views: 10
  • Screenshot 2026-10-12 090949.png
    Screenshot 2026-10-12 090949.png
    838.4 KB · Views: 11
First question. In what country is it registered?
If in the UK then best to find a buyer there as there will be no import tax.. It would be less attractive for that reason selling in France as tax would apply and registration costs, plus the fact that there are plenty available here. (I live in France).
I'll wait for your reply before posting some other options.
Bonne chance
 
curtis said:
First question. In what country is it registered?
If in the UK then best to find a buyer there as there will be no import tax.. It would be less attractive for that reason selling in France as tax would apply and registration costs, plus the fact that there are plenty available here. (I live in France).
I'll wait for your reply before posting some other options.
Bonne chance
Click to expand...
Hi -

Thanks for replying. The car is on a UK V5 (registered in the UK), but currently stored in France.
 
Welcome and so sorry to hear of your father. I am going to suggest that you leave the car for a year and then decide if you want to sell it. I would suggest that now is not the time - and that a year from now you will very likely have the energy and the motivation to resume the project - as a tribute and continuation of his memory. I woudl counsel patience.
 
Back
Top