Taking its name in the mythical beast which had three heads, and is at essence quite a dangerous thing to combine with, TVR’s entry-level car is definitely an exciting 4.5 litre V8 power pack on wheels.

Despite its lowly status inside the family it’s still viciously quick when put alongside most other cars, and handles cleanly if driven using the required level of positivity.

Gifted having a surprisingly supple suspension system, the Chimaera may also be pleasingly tractable if caged inside a traffic jam.

The engine noise can place the fear of God into pedestrians and can definitely startle the horses.