Rover p6 3500s history book

For the duration of its production life, the p6 was available with two basic transmission options. The rover v8 began life as the buick 215, an allaluminium ohv pushrod engine introduced in 1960 for the 1961 us model year it was on their drawing boards in the late 1950s. Its a similar story for the leading edge of the rear wings. This is one of only eight built using 3500 engine coupled with a manual gearbox s specification and we believe there are only now 4 left in existence. Inspired designs on tshirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and more by independent artists and designers from around the world.

The rover 3500 is one of the p6 range of cars from rover. The rover p6 series named 2000, 2200, and 3500 for its engine displacements is a saloon car model produced from 1963 to 1977 in solihull, west midlands, england. I have had loads of these cars in the past and usually i get between 16 and 20mpg. Order your factory parts book rover 3500 and 3500s p6 rtc9022b. The automatic rover 3500 had leather upholstery, but full leather was now a. The first thing i would say is dont be put off by age. Rover p6 3500 at classic driver, we offer a worldwide selection of rover p6 3500s for sale. But finally, after all the trouble, all of these options were abandoned when rover s md, william martinhurst, returned from a us trip with the 3. When rover built the p6, it was at the time and probably still is one of the most tested and developed cars ever made. James taylor has done an amazing job in this 2012 edition, he has the ultimate story on the very beginning of the p6 project, together with many fascinating supporting photos. Rover 35003500s by brooklands books ltd 2006, paperback. Sometimes it takes just one car to change the publics perception of the manufacturer. This vehicle will be offered for sale in due course.

The rover p6 series was a saloon car produced by rover and subsequently british leyland. Two different automobiles from rover have been called the 3500. The facelifted rover 3500 and 2000tc2200tc had a new fascia with a full set of clear, round instruments and new rotary switchgear instead of toggles. Launched at the 1963 earls court motor show, the p6, rovers internal project name, was aimed at the young executive who wanted modern, sporting, high quality transport. A range of 15 to 27mpg seems huge for a v8 rover maybe a 3500s with a 5 speed. The last of the pseries rovers, the p6 was introduced in october 1963. Fourcylinder engines are generally reliable, though rattly bearings are a known issue. Unfollow rover p6 parts to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Although the automatic rover 3500s was more suited to u. Designed inhouse by spen king, david bache and gordon bashford, the newcomer featured a pontoon. My dad owned one for three years 197881 when i was a wee chap. If youre looking to buy a classic rover p6 for sale, you might be able to find it on ebay. Rover p6 is a saloon car produced between 1963 and 1977. Rover made an attempt to break into the north american market with the p6 beginning with the rover 2000tc.

Having this book in your pocket is just like having a real marque expert by your side. However, at some point, id like another i was very happy with mine and wondered if there were any particular. Import duties, taxes andcharges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. Factory parts book rover 3500 and 3500s p6 rtc9022b. Buying and owning a p6 i think i may be able to help. Initially trialled in the p5b in 1967, the exbuick v8 was shoehorned into the p6 body in 1968 for the 3500 and one of britains bestloved sports saloons was born. The p6 was sixth and the last of the p designated rover designs to reach production.

Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. I own a 69 3500 auto and after looking at several approaching almost a dozen before settling on the one i own. The 19641977 rover 2000, 2000tc, 2200sc, 2200tc, and 3500. Vintage, collector and antique auto value trends, model history and vin decoder. The v5 log book was updated and shows red as the current colour. All orders are custom made and most ship worldwide within 24 hours. A roverdesigned 4speed allsynchromesh manual gearbox available in various configurations in the 2000 and 2200 models, and. The rover p6 series named as the 2000, 2200, or 3500, depending on engine displacement was a saloon car produced by rover and subsequently british leyland from 1963 to 1977 in solihull, west midlands, england, uk. It was initially offered only as an automatic, in 1971, the 3500s was introduced, featuring a fourspeed gearbox. It was voted european car of the year in 1964, the very first winner of this title. Rover p6 3500s 1976 walk around bradley james classics.

The rover p6 began in 1953 as an idea when the rover company limited started to think of a successor to the p4 range of cars. Pdf rover p6 1963 1977 download full pdf book download. It has an output of 146 bhp 148 ps109 kw of power at 5000 rpm, and maximum torque of 267 nm. Rovers p6 of 1963 changed the companys image overnight and promised greater things to come. The first handbuilt prototypes were actually running in 1958, and although they looked somewhat different to the final product with their droop snout bonnets and protruding headlights, they were used extensively. The manual 3500s v8 tends to be hard on gearboxes, prompting many owners to fit the fivespeed lt77 gearbox from the rover sd1. Vehicles which have been rung in the past to gain tax exemption using an earlier vehicles log book. For the traditionalist classic car owner the manual gearbox and nonpower steering give a real classic driving experience. The rover p6 series was produced from 1963 to 1977 in solihull and was voted european car of the year in 1964. I am an avid fan of the rover p6 3500s, the last proper rover imho. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. If an internal link led you here, you may wish to change the link to point directly to the. This disambiguation page lists articles associated with the title rover 3500.

Rover classic cars 3500s for sale car and classic uk. See all 2 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Rover 3500s press release circa 1969 leyland eight ge concept car press release circa 1968 rover v8 history courtesy of autocar magazine rover p6. Click on the images to view as larger onscreen images. Included in this page are examples of owners handbooks, literature, etc. Development the p6 was sixth and the last of the p designated rover designs to reach production. Rover 3500s very early car with a lovely history its only done 65k and i have every mot back to 1975 it was owned by a director at rover from new to 1975 then by the second owner till 1999 who passed away and it was then bought by my mot man in 1999 until i bought it as my dad had one and i always wanted this car. The story was picked up and reported in other publications, not only. Benefit from martyn marrocos years of rover experience. The handbooks and associated literature were all supplied as a literature pack in a clear plastic housing. The compact, all aluminium alloy engine was light, at just 144 kg 317 lb, and capable of high power outputs.

Singlecarburetor fourcylinder cars retained the earlier dash. Rover p6 3500s 1976 walk around bradley james classics bradley james classics. The p6 remained this way until 1977, when it was finally replaced by the rover sd1. I had a job in a rover land rover dealership in northern new jersey. A classic and fast appreciating example of the popular rover p6 v8.

Rover p6 2000 2200 front international buyers please note. Rover p6 3500s for sale in uk 16 used rover p6 3500ss. High quality rover p6 3500 v8 gifts and merchandise. The p6b caught on rapidly, selling in huge numbers and becoming a favourite with lawbreakers and enforcers. The rover p6 series named as the 2000, 2200, or 3500, depending on engine displacement was a saloon car produced by rover and subsequently british leyland from 1963 to 1977 in solihull, west midlands, england, uk the p6 was the first winner of the european car of the year award. Rover introduced the v8 version of the p6 in april 1968 as the three thousand five saloon, a designation it would carry until late 1970 when it became known as the 3500. It didnt happen, of course, but the 2000 and 3500 remain great yet overlooked classics. Use the filters to narrow down your selection based on price, year and mileage to help find your dream rover p6 3500. Top of the range was the 3500s, launched in 1970 with an allsynchro 4speed manual gearbox and 152bhp. Rover p6 2000 2200 front crankshaft oil seal up please message if you need more detail.

When the rover 3500s debuted in north america, i was already working on p6 models. I adored that car as a child, i spent many happy hours. This being the more desirable manual version had been stored in a barn for over twenty. I recently amazingly got 23mpg on the way back from beamish, but this was 60mph and all on the motorway so this is the absolute best i ever expect to see. The rover p6alongside the triumph 2000will always be remembered for effectively creating the 2litre executive car class in the uk. Initially the p6 was only available with a 104bhp 2litre engine but in april 1968 a much more powerful 3. Free delivery on book orders dispatched by amazon over.