The Joy of Running an Old Shed
Discussion
RoverP6B said:
Jaguar steve said:
Bonefish Blues said:
A V12 that only redlines at 6200 seems a bit, well, limp - to the ignorant like me, anyway?
Torque old Chap. With a bottomless pit of that under your right foot a gentleman never needs to exceed 3000RPM 
In all seriousness, I'd expected it to be rather higher - you know, for the more spirited gentleman
LukeyP_ said:
davamer23 said:
Looks decent for the money, is it the 180? Weak points are coilpacks (should have been replaced) and front wings for rust.They suffer some niggles like all cars do. The front suspension can be tricky if it is worn as there are eight suspension arms (four each side) and door lock modules can be annoying. New modules can be had for about £20 online though.
By far the biggest issue is water ingress, have a very good look at the passenger side footwell for any signs of water or damp. The convenience module lives under the carpet down there and once wet can cause lots of issues.
As for the 1.8t version, the engine sump capacity was reduced to clear the subframe as opposed to the transverse versions so oil sludging can be an issue, but rarely. Just keep on top of oil changes and that engine is capable of very high mileages and is very tunable!
Overall they are very tough cars and offer a junior barge like experience, especially if it is a Highline version.
I've no plans on getting rid of mine any time soon.
Bonefish Blues said:
Is it a diesel sir?
In all seriousness, I'd expected it to be rather higher - you know, for the more spirited gentleman
I would’ve been surprised if it had been higher tbh. But I’m familiar with Rover V8s with redlines like a modern diesel.In all seriousness, I'd expected it to be rather higher - you know, for the more spirited gentleman
Engines that are tuned like that don’t sound impressive on paper, but they have a very nice, effortless feel.
Keep it, worth more to you. If you are buying another shed you run the risk of buying somebody elses problems.
Ours went through last week, worth maybe £200, each year it passes we say we will run it until the next MOT or until it breaks and the scrap it. It hasn't broken yet, fingers crossed.
Ours went through last week, worth maybe £200, each year it passes we say we will run it until the next MOT or until it breaks and the scrap it. It hasn't broken yet, fingers crossed.
colin_p said:
LukeyP_ said:
davamer23 said:
Looks decent for the money, is it the 180? Weak points are coilpacks (should have been replaced) and front wings for rust.They suffer some niggles like all cars do. The front suspension can be tricky if it is worn as there are eight suspension arms (four each side) and door lock modules can be annoying. New modules can be had for about £20 online though.
By far the biggest issue is water ingress, have a very good look at the passenger side footwell for any signs of water or damp. The convenience module lives under the carpet down there and once wet can cause lots of issues.
As for the 1.8t version, the engine sump capacity was reduced to clear the subframe as opposed to the transverse versions so oil sludging can be an issue, but rarely. Just keep on top of oil changes and that engine is capable of very high mileages and is very tunable!
Overall they are very tough cars and offer a junior barge like experience, especially if it is a Highline version.
I've no plans on getting rid of mine any time soon.
Agree on the water ingress... I just cleaned all the drains and channels and all was good. The front scuttle clogs and from there water creeps everywhere and can get through the bulkhead... silly design really, the drain holes are under the battery tray, but half hours work will sort it. You just need to get there in time. Wet carpets are a sign of trouble.
water ingress
Thesprucegoose said:
407 2.0 hdi non fap, zenith model so top of the range and runs well, just fancy something different.
It's a tough one, it's not a complete s
tbox so I'd be inclined to say run it in to the ground, but I also get the itch to change quite regularly... I end up changing and then buyers remorse sets in 
Jimmy Recard said:
Bonefish Blues said:
Is it a diesel sir?
In all seriousness, I'd expected it to be rather higher - you know, for the more spirited gentleman
I would’ve been surprised if it had been higher tbh. But I’m familiar with Rover V8s with redlines like a modern diesel.In all seriousness, I'd expected it to be rather higher - you know, for the more spirited gentleman
Engines that are tuned like that don’t sound impressive on paper, but they have a very nice, effortless feel.
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