This was because william alartinfiurst wanted to see how it would compare with his son richards rover v8 powered escort it was a wet day and the p6 was a heavy beast on worn sp44s and wet grass, so it didnt beat richard. Honest john have 69 rover classics for sale to choose from. And of course, theres always the v8 in the range to play with. The silky smooth v8 runs without missing a beat and doesnt overheat when stationary in traffic. If you cant find something youre looking for or need any assistance, feel free to call or email, well be happy to. It has an output of 146 bhp 148 ps109 kw of power at 5000 rpm, and maximum torque of 267 nm. It was voted european car of the year in 1964, the very first winner of this title. Finished in grey with original red leather interior. Rovers p6 of 1963 changed the companys image overnight and promised greater things to come. It was advanced, yet didnt scare buyers in fact, it became britains favourite executive car during the 1960s and 70s. Email field should not be empty please enter a valid email address. The thing is, with the standard exhaust, its just a bit to quiet.
Narrow down your rover classic search by model, age or body online today. Although most of our rovers arent in the boy racer class there is still some impressively fast rover machinery around. Spotted remember when the rover v8 actually powered a rover. A new overhead cam 4cylinder 1978cc engine was developed and the p6 was launched as the rover 2000 in october 1963. 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. The rover p6 s radical independent suspension design remains unique to this day. The rover p6 club about the rover p6, the defining sports. Two years later and after a test run in the hefty 3. Breaking 1972 rover p6 3528cc, find used rover p6 car parts, fully guaranteed at discount prices delivered next day. Fast delivery worldwide payment options including paypal.
Below is our current price list for our range of exhaust parts for the rover p6. The rover p6 club about the rover p6, the defining. Brand new rover p6 v8 exhaust silencer totally unused and untouched. The out of camera part of the test was a 180 around a cone on loose gravel. Range rover v8 amazing sound classic range rover amazing v8 sound. It set a new standard when it came to refinement, performance and handling and even now the p6 is fabulous to drive, in original 4 cylinder form or with the powerful v8 engine. Rover v8 distributor replacement and adjustment this part 2 of project orange, and addresses and explains on how to replace a distributor on a rover v8 3. Rover p6 is a saloon car produced between 1963 and 1977. Hi guys, i have a 3500 auto and i love the sound of a v8 and for sure so does every p6 owner. The video first shows the rover on it own and ends with a split screen shown the two cars. Order your rover sd1 carburettor components v8 su hif6 7682.
Owners of rover cars of all ages start the show season with a shiver and a grin at the 9th annual rover sports register ice breaker gathering at whitewebbs museum in enfield. The ideal combination of monza red with vinyl roof and black box pleat leather interior. Rover p6 v8 gearbox change page 1 rover pistonheads. If youre looking to buy a classic rover p6 for sale, you might be able to find it on ebay. Back in 1963, the rover p6 epitomised quality and sophistication that rivals struggled to match. The best way to find a rover service manual is to download one directly from this site. Also lots of range rover p38 repair overhaul information tuning and modifying the rover v8 the purpose of this text is to give some insight into the rover v8 engine and how to rebuild with a view to optimising for better performance, reliability and economy. 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. But for some people it is never enough and for these people we have a look in what is involved.
The p6 was sixth and the last of the p designated rover designs to reach production. Rover v8 p6 version versus sd1 version hi, you guys must be sick of me asking daft questions about v8 s by now but here goes. The p6 rover ceased production in 1977, ending its life as a british leyland product built in 2. Almost all used rover v8 engines that have covered in excess of 70,000 miles will be suffering, or beginning to suffer, from worn camshaft, lifters and a stretched timing chain. Sometimes it takes just one car to change the publics perception of the manufacturer. Development the p6 was sixth and the last of the p designated rover designs to reach production. Especially the v8s give any rover, even in basic tune, lively performance. Acces pdf rover v8 35 manual free engineering rover v8 workshop update episode 33 in this workshop update we have a defender 90, the cobra upgrade is complete and a 5 litre tvr is making some very nice. Rover p6 what do i need to know page 1 classic cars and. The rover v8 engine is a compact v8 internal combustion engine with aluminium cylinder heads and cylinder block, originally designed by general motors and later redesigned and produced by rover in the united kingdom. Dopey name or not, a car with the p6 s driver appeal and enough power to properly challenge the chassis made media across the world very eager to lay hands on one. When the rover 3500s debuted in north america, i was already working on p6 models. From 1966 the car changed its name to 2000 sc at the time new tuned 124bhp rover tc was launched.
After the slowest engine build in history, the last few bits are buttoned up and i can stab it. This vehicle has a 4 door saloon sedan body style with a front positioned engine driving through the rear wheels. Secondhand rover p6 for sale on uks largest auction and classifieds sites. Rover p6 v8 lower engine mount location plates one only.
This is the rover v8 though, not only will the sound of one have you hooked probably for life, they are widely regarded as very robust and communicative, the best diagnostic tool for this engine is your ears. Rover p6 v8 blog the life and times of a rover p6 page 3. It has been used in a wide range of vehicles from rover and other manufacturers since its british debut in 1967. Hi all, i have a rover p6 v8 on the way, purchased from ebay and it comes with an auto box. The p6 was the first winner of the european car of the year award. P6 v8 manifolds and loss of power landyzone land rover. It then returned to engineering and i autocrossed it with the 432 solihull motor club in june that year. Our unique pricing algorithm classifies vehicles according to a wide variety of factors, estimates the market price for this specification of vehicle and displays this pricing tag when sufficient data is available but cant take into account the sellers reason for sale, vehicle modifications or condition. When launched, the rover p6 v8 manual was reported to hit 060mph in just 9 seconds. We specialise in performance parts for the rover v8, small block buick, big block buick as well as chevy and ford v8 engines. By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies. Rover v8 engines exhaust tubular manifolds rover v8 tubular manifolds. This battery is compatible to the entire range 2000, 2200 and 3500 and whats more it will fit on the 2000 where the battery is under the bonnet. It set a new standard when it came to refinement, performance and handling and even now the p6 is fabulous to drive, in original 4cylinder form or with the powerful v8 engine.
Land rover v8 exausth before and after porting land rover v8 exausth before and after porting. On ignition, the tappets will rattle, a blip of the. Dopey name or not, a car with the p6s driver appeal and enough power to properly challenge the chassis made media across the world very eager to lay hands on one. Electric fuel pump standard mechanical unable to cope with vaporising fuel done jan 2011 heat shield fuel line in engine bay.
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. Find great deals on ebay for rover p6 engine and rover v8 engine. In april 1968 rover gave the p6 the 3528cc v8 to create the p6b which was marketed as the rover 3500 v8. Mgbd parts is mark grays business dedicated to keeping rover p6 cars on the road at cost effective prices. So for the sound track alone surely it has to be a v8. How to build the bottom end of a rover v8 engine here we walk you through building the bottom end of the rover v8 engine, courtesy of the v8 wizard. This was because william alartinfiurst wanted to see how it would compare with his son richards rover v8powered escort it was a wet day and the p6 was a heavy beast on worn sp44s and wet grass, so it didnt beat richard. Offenhauser inlet manifold, holly 390 cfm 4 barrel carb. If you have any questions about the item please ask. It first saw the light of day in an early 1960s buick. Does anyone know if the p6 era rover v8 engine has any weaknesses compared with the sd1 era engine.
Although most of our rover s arent in the boy racer class there is still some impressively fast rover machinery around. Rover p6 s1 models 2000 3500 v8 one new pair replica outer bonnet scoop. Well look no further than your local bosch parts centre, because the bosch silver s4 024 will fit in your battery box in the boot nice and snuggly. I would like to know the best way to go about this. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. 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. Probably the most technologically accomplished saloon car the british motor industry has ever produced, the rover p6 is the defining sports saloon of a generation.
You save money on buying from a bookstore and you will always have the information on your computers hard drive. I was wondering what have you seendone to a rover p6 3. The rover 3500 is one of the p6 range of cars from rover. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. With performance, style and safety in equal measure, it is one the most innovative and attainable performance classic cars you can buy today. The tuning possibilities of the rover v8 are enough to fill this entire magazine, so well just leave. Jon pressnell tells the story of the uncompromising rebuild of a precious rover p6 prototype. Especially the v8 s give any rover, even in basic tune, lively performance. Mark grays fleet includes a 1966 rover 2000, 1972 rover 2000tc, 1972 rover 3500 estoura estate and the last p6 off the. Rover p6 v8 for sale enter your email address to receive alerts when we have new listings available for rover p6 v8 for sale. Original new old stock abarth exhaust especially made for rover 3500v8 with stunning sound. Mgb v8 first start and exhaust sound mgb with a tiger stainless exhaust system and rover 3.
Here is a link to a youtube video comparing our rover p6 v8 to a midget in an autotest. Buy rover p6 engine and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. Classic bentley eight large v8 engine running idle, high revving, stop. An ignored classic in simons introduction to this months theme he mentions the original p6 rover dashboard, and i think this merits more scrutiny. The rover p6 series is a saloon car model produced from 1963 to 1977. Tr7 rover v8 conversion history above all else, the rover v8 engine is of american origin. Recently bought a s2a 109 which has a v8 which im told is from a rover p6. It was the rover p6 a car that was a revelation thanks to its cleansheet design and thoroughly modern mechanicals. Rover p6 v8 for sale in uk 24 secondhand rover p6 v8. Im thinking about buying a rover p6 and would like some advice please. It didnt happen, of course, but the 2000 and 3500 remain great yet overlooked classics. Customs services and international tracking provided.
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