Its Not unusual
Paul travelled from Wales to buy this superb example Stardust Silver Chimaera 4000cc
This car features the later 1999 specification which includes the following items added as factory standard on the Chimaera range:-
Latest Vertical Boot opening with hidden inner hinge system
Better venting fuel tank system with updated filler cap
Seat mechanism hidden and covered with larger adjusters
Although many TVR`s can be registered on certain plates/years it is totally dependent upon the build date (stamped onto the chassis) to what actual model year or specification the car is and this is always worth checking.