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The Sagaris is an all new design that TVR debuted at the MPH03 Auto Show in 2003. The final production model was then shown off at the 2004 Birmingham Motorshow. Later that year, it was released for public sale at TVR dealerships around the world. Based off the TVR T350, the Sagaris was designed with endurance racing in mind. Several design features of the production model lend themselves to TVR's intentions to use the car for such racing. The multitude of air vents, intake openings, and other such features on the bodywork allow the Sagaris to be driven for extended periods of time on race courses with no modifications needing to be done for proper cooling and ventilation. 2003 is a common year starting on Wednesday of the Gregorian calendar. ... 2004 is a leap year starting on Thursday of the Gregorian calendar. ... Endurance racing can refer to races involving persons running in events such as marathons or triathlons, long cross-country skiing events, the racing of horses or other animals, or motorsport. ...

Specifications

Engine
Engine: TVR Speed Six engine, Straight-6
Engine size: 3996cc (4.0L)
Power Output: 400 bhp (298 kW) @ 7000 RPM
Torque Output: 310 lb-ft (451 nM) @5250 RPM
Valvetrain setup: 4 valves per cylinder, Dual Overhead Cam
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Transmission
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
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Suspension
Front: Independent,double wishbones, coil-over gas dampers, sway bars
Rear: Independent, double wishbones, coil-over gas dampers, sway bars
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Brakes
Front: 304mm disc brakes w/ 4 piston alloy calipers
Rear: 282 mm disc brakes w/ single piston sliding calipers
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Wheels
Wheels: 18" aluminum alloy wheels
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Chassis/Body
Body Panels: Carbon fiber
Weight: 2513 lbs (1140 kg)
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Performance
Top speed: 190 mph (310 km/h) - Estimated
0-62 mph (100 kph): 3.6 seconds seconds

External Links

• TVR Engineering Ltd. Official Website
• WebWombat review of the TVR Sagaris