🏆 Restoration of the Month – October 2025 Winner: Wil Partington’s 1984 TVR Tasmin 200

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Every restoration tells a story — and few are as inspiring as Wil Partington’s 1984 TVR Tasmin 200, our October 2025 Restoration of the Month winner.

A Classic TVR with a Family History

Wil first bought his Tasmin when it was just nine years old, back in the early ’90s. After years of tinkering and enjoying the drive, the car was taken off the road and placed on SORN in 2000. For over two decades, it rested quietly in his father’s garage — occasionally fired up, but never forgotten.

Then came 2023/24, when Wil decided it was finally time to bring his beloved TVR back to life. The result? A stunning full restoration that perfectly blends original spirit with modern upgrades — and a car that now looks, feels, and drives like new again.

The Rebuild at a Glance

✨ Highlights from the restoration:

  • Poly bushes throughout
  • Vented HiSpec front brakes
  • New Konis & springs
  • 2.1 Pinto, lightened & balanced
  • Burton Stage 2 head, Piper 270 cam & Weber 38DGMS
  • RS alloy sump
  • Type 9 5-speed & uprated clutch
  • 2-pack polyurethane respray on pods, spoilers, sills, doors & bumpers

Every element was reworked with care and precision — from the upgraded suspension and brake setup to the fully balanced Pinto engine. The attention to detail even extended to a flawless polyurethane finish, giving the Tasmin a factory-fresh look while retaining its classic TVR charm.

Now, after more than 20 years off the road, this Tasmin 200 is back in action — and Wil has already enjoyed a few track days planned for 2025. It’s a comeback story worthy of applause, proving that patience, passion, and persistence always pay off.

Be Part of the Story — November Is Your Final Chance to Enter! 🚗💨

If you’ve restored a classic TVR or another masterpiece of your own, this is your moment. November is the final month to enter our 2025 Car Restoration of the Month competition, before we open the voting in December to crown the Ultimate Restoration of 2025!

Don’t miss your chance to showcase your hard work, share your story, and inspire the community — just like Wil did.

🛠️ Enter by 21st November for your shot at the spotlight and the chance to become the Restoration of the Year 2025 Champion!

Alex Devenney