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    Ultimate indulgence for a P6

    Spotted by a fellow P6 enthusiast and shared here. Looks like another bargain !
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    UK’s rarest cars: 1970 Rover 3500 P6 Estoura – one of only 30 left

    I found this on the Telegraph website. I don't have access to the whole article, but some on here may ... https://www.telegraph.co.uk/cars/classic/uks-rarest-cars-1979-rover-estoura-30-left/
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    Live feed with ignition off

    Hello - quick question please, given your experience in this area. I'm looking for a 12V feed when the ignition is off, and off when the ignition is on. I would like to fit a security device (flasher system) which is powered when the car is parked, i.e. with ignition-off, Can you advise on an...
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    P6 Number plate spotted

    Spotted in Welwyn today. Could be of interest for any Joe(s) on the site
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    P6 Series 2 trims

    Hello, I have many Series 2 wheel trims (12) - most are reasonable given the age and would benefit from a paint touch up - but generally presentable. I have collected them over the years with the intention to refurbish but have since replaced the original wheels with alloys. Priced to sell, £12...
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    SD1 Air Cannister

    Hello, Also on the theme of induction options for the P6, I have an SD1 air cannister for sale. As shown below. Here, a cold air feed was used, but the cannister snorkel has not been cut or modified from its original dimensions. I suggest £40 +postage. I also have the high flow filters to...
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    Diesel in P6 engine

    Hello chaps, I thought I would check with you on this one. In my rush during school run today I put 8 litres of Shell Optimax Diesel in the P6. There was about 3 litres of petrol in there already. I have topped it up with 20L of Optimax un-leaded, and driven it 2 miles home - so the current...
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    side light(s) fuse blows, leaving single side light on

    Evening, I run a P6 as a daily driver, and inspection / repair time is very limited. The following fault has developed. The side light fuse blows (not instantaneously but after hours of motoring each time after replacing), leaving a single tail light on (o/s/r). Panel fuse remains ok (and dis...
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    SD1 air filter cannister

    Hello, Also on the theme of induction options for the P6, I have an SD1 air cannister for sale. As shown below. Here, a cold air feed was used, but the cannister snorkel has not been cut or modified from its original dimensions. I suggest £40 +postage. I also have the high flow filters to...
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    Looks like a bargain !

    ROVER P6 BONNET BADGE NEW NOS GENUINE ORIGINAL 370972 NOT REPRO | eBay Not sure I see the worth here ..
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    Indicators - check on indicator switch

    Hello all, - I have read through the other Indicator posts but have yet to spot the same question as mine. My indicators have stopped working. (the Hazards work OK i.e Hazard lamp on dash and x4 bulbs work OK). The flasher relay is OK because I have swapped with the hazard unit and both...
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    Replacing Front flexible brake hoses

    Hi Guys - hoping this is a quick and easy answer. When replacing the front flexible brake lines, is there a metal 'U' clip locating the brake line in situ ( eg slides in place and on the bracket welded to the inner wing). I can't find my P6 parts catalogue where the exploded diagrams helps...
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    40 year mystery to be solved

    Evening, I know this is a bit off piste but I'm hoping someone of a similar generation to me will help me out with solving this car identity mystery. In a photo taken of my father and I in 76 (Cornwall), the front end of a red car is lurking at the side of the photo. For over 40 years now...
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    Auto: prompt deceleration when off the gas

    Chaps, Re 3500 Auto I’ve noticed more recently that whilst driving in 3rd gear and then taking foot of the accelerator, the car decelerates significantly. If put into neutral it is much less so. My ‘limited’ understanding was that being in Neutral or Drive should have a negligible effect on...
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    Offside boot side curtain

    Hi I’m after a replacement offside boot side curtain. Thanks Simon
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    NADA 3500 air filter cannister

    Hi, I have the bonnet and scoops but require the air filter housing. Many thanks Simon
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    Original moulding for passenger foot well. ( under carpet)

    Hi I have the original resin foot rest fitted underneath the passenger foot mat Open to offers Simon
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    S wheel trims

    Hi I have 4 + good for age 3500 S wheel trims. Priced to sell. I have at least 8 and so you can choose the best 4 . £ 70 Ono thanks Simon
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    Correct spec Stainless steel P6 wheel nuts

    Hi, I’m selling a full set of Stainless Steel wheel nuts. These are suitable for the S wheel trims. They are 1 year old, good as can be condition and not required due to change in wheel trims. I propose £75 but open to offers. Simon
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    Front hub dust cap

    Hi, I really need a front hub dust cap. I’ve butchered one to fit a not p6 wheel trims and have perhaps trimmed it a bit to far. Many thanks Simon
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    SD1 wheel nuts

    Hello all, Does any one happen to have a photo of the SD1 wheel nut as used on the R14 steel wheels with wheel trims. (eg 1984 SD1 2300 trims) I know it has a shoulder and used with a washer to hold the wheel trims on (spring mounted trims), but the only photo I have is on the Rimmer Bros...
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    Clobbered - while waiting at a junction

    Hit by the rear end (wheel) of an artic while waiting at a junction. Surprising how quickly repair costs add up for something which looks straight forward.... Quick patch up and back on the road.
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    Sourcing an OEM 35D Distributor

    Hello, It's likely I'll need to replace my 35D distributor due to notable wear in the upper bush and probably all over (35 years service). I use Lumenition and would like to retain it due to years of service and confidence in it. Looking around, it appears to be more cost effective to buy a...
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    35 distributor

    Hello, I an interested in a new or low mileage 35D distributor to replace my existing worn one (worn bush at the end, and likely stretched advance springs etc). The model would be for the late P6 (74 +). (Female drive I believe) I use a Lumenition ignition module, which I would like to retain...
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    Exhaust smoke during start-up

    Hi Guys, This is likely to be addressed before but I couldn't find any related posts. My V8 in recent months has started to put out a lot of exhaust smoke for about 5 minutes following start up, despite being cold or warm (i.e. being run a short time before). The exhaust is neither splashy...
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