Recent content by P6Jon

That was most definitely my plan too. The door mirrors look so good!

I’d like that very much, will have to let you know when I’m in the area! As would be typical, I didn’t end up losing my storage in the end, but am happy I got some enjoyment from the car and it gives me the opportunity to try something a little different so all worked out for the best! But if...

As you can probably see, I was the former owner. Nice to see it’s gone to someone who knows the car and will get some use out of it! I’m also in the NW London area from time to time, so may well see you around :)

Thanks for all the replies. I think I’ll carry on as I started, and as I did in my old Jaguar XJ6 with an aluminium head, and just use super unleaded without any additives. If I come into any trouble, well the worst that happens is the head gets rebuilt better than new with even harder valve...

I personally don’t think an aluminium head would require lead replacement either, and the lack of posts about V8 valve recession on this forum probably confirms that. But I’ll err on the side of caution I think, as there is definitely debate about it and it’s only a few pence extra per litre...

Thanks Harvey. I think it’s just the peace of mind that makes an “additive” worth it, but Tetraboost definitely stands out as it’s not really an additive. I’ve always said aluminium heads don’t need additives, but I’ve never owned a car this nice so I think I’ll eat my own words now! :LOL:

So I just recently bought my 1974 P6B. I’ve only been able to take it out once so far with our current fuel shortage, but filled up with Esso 99 octane (ethanol free) before a nice 40 mile drive. Ran beautifully, no pinking or any problems from what I could tell. I’ve come across Tetraboost...

All original paint and wear, aside from a refresh of the engine bay of course. It was certainly quite a bit more expensive than I was prepared to spend, but like you say, I really do still feel I got a bargain! A lovely original well-maintained 1970s car was always my dream, so I thought it was...

Thank you for all your kind words! I must say, the clean engine bay is probably what made this car the one to have, although the only problem now is I have to keep it that way! :D

I thought I’d introduce my ‘new’ P6B on the forums here. I took delivery of it last week. Already owning a classic, I certainly didn’t need another, so it all felt a bit like it wasn’t happening until the car arrived! Having now had the opportunity to look over it in even closer detail and...

I didn't want to be too rough with it having not bought the car at the time of viewing, but I suspect it might just be a bit stiff. I did think Rover would've designed it with more travel, especially as there tended to be more shorter people around back then! ;) I'll do some investigating when...

Thanks for the replies. If worst comes to the worst I can drive it as is (I probably sit too far forward usually anyway), but just a fraction further forward would make a great difference. I’ll check the runner, maybe it hasn’t been that far forward in 47 years so has got a bit stiff!

I didn’t realise the pedal heights are adjustable - I presume the steering wheel position is adjustable too then? I think if the seat went further forward I probably wouldn’t be able to make use of the door mirrors, so I imagine the pedals are at their lowest position. I’ll definitely be getting...

Hello, I’ve just put down a deposit on a P6 (1974 3500 auto). I haven’t taken delivery yet, so will probably have even more silly questions when I do! On the test drive, the seat didn’t quite go far enough forward for me to be fully comfortable (I’m only 5’4). I assume it must go much further...

Yes you’re correct, I was considering the 2200TC as its paper figures aren’t too bad…. But you’re right, it does have the be the V8. And having seen both Series 1s and 2s, I’m probably in the smaller camp that prefer the latter :D Now a 3500S I would consider though. My main concern wasn’t...