A rare 1974 TVR 2500M has been added to the collection at the DFW Car & Toy Museum in Fort Worth, Texas. The freshly restored British sports car, painted in brilliant yellow, is part of the Ron Sturgeon Collection and represents a complete body-off refurbishment.
The TVR 2500M features a fiberglass body and a 2.5-liter inline-six engine originally sourced from Triumph. The engine was rebuilt in 2016 and now includes dual Zenith Stromberg carburetors, a stainless Borla exhaust, a Wizard aluminum radiator, programmable electronic ignition, and a ceramic-coated cast iron manifold. The restoration also addressed the chassis, suspension, brakes, and powertrain, with adjustable coil-over dampers, new suspension bushings, wheel bearings, and braking components.
Inside, the coupe boasts a leather-wrapped Astrali steering wheel and classic Smiths instrumentation. Notable exterior details include a pop-up glass sunroof, Perspex wraparound rear window, and a Monza-style fuel filler. Ron Sturgeon, founder of the museum, described the vehicle as a true enthusiast's car, adding that its restoration was a labor of love.
The DFW Car & Toy Museum, located at 2550 McMillan Parkway in Fort Worth, houses over 200 collector cars and more than 3,000 vintage toys and artifacts. The museum is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, with free parking and admission. For more information, visit the museum's website at dfwcarandtoymuseum.com.
Ron Sturgeon, the museum's founder, has been collecting cars for over 30 years. His passion began in his teenage years when he taught himself to repair Volkswagens, eventually leading to a successful career in the automotive industry. The museum, formerly known as DFW Elite Toy Museum, was originally located in Haltom City, Texas, and its website DFW Elite Toy Museum remains a resource for toy and car enthusiasts worldwide.
This addition of the 1974 TVR 2500M highlights the museum's dedication to preserving and sharing automotive heritage with the public. The car's restoration and display offer visitors a glimpse into the raw, driver-focused appeal that defined TVR vehicles in the 1970s.
