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Rover P6 V8 3500 "S" 1973
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Rover P6 V8 3500 "S" 1973
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Description
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. It was voted European car Of The Year in 1964, the very first winner of this title.
A 3-speed Borg Warner 35 automatic was the only transmission option until the 1971 addition of a four-speed manual 3500S model, fitted with a modified version of the gearbox used in the 2000/2200. The letter "S" did not denote "Sport", it was chosen because it stood for something specific on those cars: "Synchromesh". However it is important to note that the 3500s was noticeably quicker than the automatic version of this car with the 0-60 time coming in at 9s as opposed to 10.1 for the standard car. Moreover, due to the fuel-guzzling nature of automatic gearboxes of this era, the manual car's official cycle was 24mpg compared to the automatic' s 22mpg.
ABOUT THIS CAR
- A most desirable and a extremely well preserved Rover 3500 V8 “S”.
- Garaged most of its life.
- Low, mostly long term ownership (6 owners in total)
- Body is in VERY GOOD condition.
- Barely a scratch or chip on the original coloured paintwork.
- Great colour with matching brown roof vinyl in VERY GOOD condition.
- Mechanically sound throughout.
- VERY GOOD motor, works and sounds like a V8 should.
- ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC to Drive!
- Interior is in VERY GOOD condition.
- Power Steering
- Seats & door panels are like new - no rips.
- Carpet very tidy,
- Hood lining very tidy as well as dashboard and console.
- All switches / heater / period radio work as they should.
- GOOD windscreen and door rubbers.
- Good tires and battery.
- Car was first registered in Australia in 1973. We understand it was imported into NZ in 1986 by its original owner who owned for another nine years in New Zealand.
- Good examples of these models are becoming hard to come by.
- A highly recommended classic - viewing will not disappoint.
Price reflects condition of vehicle. Car will be sold WOF'd and Registered if sold in New Zealand.
WORLDWIDE SHIPPING / NATIONAL TRANSPORT CAN BE ORGANISED ON THIS VEHICLE ON BUYER'S BEHALF AT BUYERS COST.
Viewing is STRICTLY BY PRIOR APPOINTMENT only.
DISCLAIMER
At Waimak Classic Cars, our principal interest is to ensure the preservation of classic and vintage vehicles.
We describe our vehicles based on our own observations and knowledge and we look for the best examples we can find. Indicated mileages are based on what is showing on the car's odometer and / or the vehicle's current odometer readings held with the NZTA.
We are very proud of our reputation and so recommend that you always get a comprehensive Car Jam Vehicle History Report before purchasing, personally inspect a vehicle before purchasing or at least have the vehicle appraised if you are not in a position to inspect it personally. Its good for you and good for us.
For more information about this vehicle, please contact us Monday to Friday between 9:00am till 6:00pm (New Zealand Standard Time). Alternatively, you may email us anytime.
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DISCLAIMER (Please Read)
NOTIFICATION AS TO NATURE OF GOODS IN TERMS OF THE CONSUMER GUARANTEES ACT 1993
Waimak Classic Cars accepts that the vehicle being sold must be of “acceptable quality” in terms of section 7 of the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 (the Act) having regard to “the nature of the goods”.
Waimak Classic Cars is not aware of any specific defects with the vehicle, however (a) such a vehicle being a classic vehicle may have mechanical breakdowns, electrical failures at inconvenient times and maintenance costs being part of and parcel of ownership of a classic car; (b) reliability is a combination of the particular nature of the classic vehicle, how it is being driven, how it has been maintained, and to a certain extent luck.
The Purchaser acknowledges that the vehicle is being sold as a classic car; that in terms of the Act and the nature of the goods, the vehicle, is an old car that may have faults, unlike a modern motor vehicle.
The Purchaser is encouraged to personally fully inspect the vehicle and/or to have the vehicle inspected, fully assessed and maintained by an experienced classic car mechanic.
The Purchaser acknowledges that they have read and fully understand this notification and the nature of a car which is many years old.
For more information about this vehicle, please contact us Monday to Friday between 9:00am and 6:00pm (New Zealand Standard Time) on +64 (0) 3 310-6485 / +64 (0) 274 990-020. Alternatively, you may email us at [email protected] anytime.
PLEASE NOTE: Waimak Classic Cars is Not a car yard dealer type of operation. As a result, we do not operate through fixed opening hours and viewing is By Appointment Only.