TVR Cerbera
A raw, Blackpool-built beast with a racing heart and no driver aids.
- Power
- 420 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 3.9 s
- Top speed
- 185 mph
- Est. value
- $22k–$55k
About the TVR Cerbera
The Cerbera was a landmark for TVR, being the first model to feature the company's own in-house engine, the AJP8. Designed by Al Melling, this 75-degree flat-plane crank V8 was effectively a racing engine for the road, delivering ferocious power in a lightweight glass-fibre body. The 4.5-litre variant was the range-topping V8, offering supercar-slaying performance that famously lacked ABS or traction control. Its interior is equally distinctive, featuring a '3+1' seating layout and a steering wheel with a secondary instrument pod underneath.
TVR Cerbera specs
The TVR Cerbera produces 420 bhp (313 kW) and 515 Nm (380 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 3.9 seconds and has a top speed of 185 mph (298 km/h).
| Make | TVR |
|---|---|
| Model | Cerbera |
| Trim | 4.5 Speed Eight |
| Years | 1996–2006 |
| Type | Supercar |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Production | About 1,490 built |
| Engine | 4.5-litre AJP8 V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4,475 cc (4.5 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 420 bhp (313 kW) at 6,750 rpm |
| Torque | 515 Nm (380 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 3.9 s |
| Top speed | 185 mph (298 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,100 kg (2,425 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 382 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a TVR Cerbera worth?
A typical TVR Cerbera is estimated to be worth $22,000 – $55,000 (about £16,000 – £41,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
TVR Cerbera rarity in CarSpot
The TVR Cerbera is a Rare card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 42 out of 100. Performance cars, typically worth around £50,000 to £100,000. A Rare card is worth 40 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
TVR Cerbera fun facts
- The engine name 'AJP8' is an acronym for its designers: Al Melling, John Ravenscroft, and TVR owner Peter Wheeler.
- The Cerbera's doors are opened via a small button hidden under the wing mirrors, a signature TVR quirk.
- Despite its supercar performance, the Cerbera was marketed as a 2+2 grand tourer, though the rear seats are best suited for children.