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I've owned several of these over the years but not recently.
I'll admit they're not the most dynamic of things but they remain one of my all-time favourite cars, mainly because they are so beautifully made and also reliable.
I've got the itch to own another one if anyone knows of a good example for sale. Must be in excellent condition and preferably a 110, 105 or 100.
Does anyone else share my enthusiasm or have any "Aunty" Rover experiences to share ?
I'll admit they're not the most dynamic of things but they remain one of my all-time favourite cars, mainly because they are so beautifully made and also reliable.
I've got the itch to own another one if anyone knows of a good example for sale. Must be in excellent condition and preferably a 110, 105 or 100.
Does anyone else share my enthusiasm or have any "Aunty" Rover experiences to share ?
I learned to drive on a P4. My Dad had a 1954 Rover 90 (narrow rear window) which had no syncro on first, but had a gearbox freewheel.
He then had a 1958 100 which had overdrive on 1st. Marvellous old cars-heavy steering and would understeer for England with most of the Upper Sixth on board
He then had a 1958 100 which had overdrive on 1st. Marvellous old cars-heavy steering and would understeer for England with most of the Upper Sixth on board
My dad is lucky enough to own two. When he married my mum, he owned an MG Midget - she told him to buy something more practical, so he bought a 1959 P4 90! He kept it and it was even their wedding car.
My dad's Aunt had a garden full of old cars which had to be cleared when she moved, a few of which were P4s, plus two Singer Hunters which were unfortunately beyond repair. My dad took the 1958 105S as a restoration project (just needs a respray now and it'll be done).
The 6 cylinder engine is incredibly smooth and refined (also manages 25mpg!) - at speed on the motorway, the most dominant noise is probably wind noise and the huge tyre noise coming from other cars, in sharp contrast to a modern car where all you can hear is a constant drone from road and tyre noise. I imagine it's the wide tyres that most modern cars come with. We once got stuck on a very steep, very wet hill in Wales, as we were trying to start from a complete stop, and there was just no grip. Amazing how different the tyres look compared to contemporary tyres - huge sidewall and very skinny.
Really fond memories of both cars - incredibly well built, the interior is a very nice place to spend time and other people seem to like them.
My dad's Aunt had a garden full of old cars which had to be cleared when she moved, a few of which were P4s, plus two Singer Hunters which were unfortunately beyond repair. My dad took the 1958 105S as a restoration project (just needs a respray now and it'll be done).
The 6 cylinder engine is incredibly smooth and refined (also manages 25mpg!) - at speed on the motorway, the most dominant noise is probably wind noise and the huge tyre noise coming from other cars, in sharp contrast to a modern car where all you can hear is a constant drone from road and tyre noise. I imagine it's the wide tyres that most modern cars come with. We once got stuck on a very steep, very wet hill in Wales, as we were trying to start from a complete stop, and there was just no grip. Amazing how different the tyres look compared to contemporary tyres - huge sidewall and very skinny.
Really fond memories of both cars - incredibly well built, the interior is a very nice place to spend time and other people seem to like them.
Edited by NEW01 on Sunday 9th June 02:52
Got a regular lift to work in one in my youth and was always fascinated by the tool kit under the dashboard. Here's one for sale, but like the garage's name, the price is certainly that!
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C358704
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C358704
Excellent classic cars.
When I 'were a lad', my father had a grey 90, a well-engineered quality car. I'm always surprised how many I still see around considering the newest ones are nearly 50 years old now. Certainly more than the later P5s. I was tempted by a 110 approx. 18 months ago - you know the way, you just happen to see it on the forecourt when passing by, stop and have a look. If I had more garage space, I'd still consider one. If you want one, I'd say go for it.
When I 'were a lad', my father had a grey 90, a well-engineered quality car. I'm always surprised how many I still see around considering the newest ones are nearly 50 years old now. Certainly more than the later P5s. I was tempted by a 110 approx. 18 months ago - you know the way, you just happen to see it on the forecourt when passing by, stop and have a look. If I had more garage space, I'd still consider one. If you want one, I'd say go for it.
This was mine, my first car, taken in 1995 which learnt to drive in. Very weak handbrake mechanism meant I needed 3legs for the hill start. No seat belts also meant a long phone call beforehand... and a shortened test time.
Despite the wheel trims it was an 80, and i bought i as thought the bench seat would help with the laydeez. I never got a girl near the car, nevermind in it!!
Despite the wheel trims it was an 80, and i bought i as thought the bench seat would help with the laydeez. I never got a girl near the car, nevermind in it!!
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