New member, greetings from Sussex

Thanks for everyone's encouraging comments. I'm starting to get more confidence in taking 'Roy the Rover' (shows my age!) further afield. Apart from a slight water leak from dreaded rear engine cover and a lazy starter motor, it is performing really well. The gear change is smoother than on my 6 speed modern and I'm getting used to using the lock on steep hills. My wife is quite smitten, she can't believe how light and airy the cabin is. I already like it almost as much as my beloved MGB!!
Now, if only it would magically transform into a V8, I think I would happily ditch the modern.
Andy
Ps thanks Mike for Furflex dodge, I will give that a try.
 
Nice, fairly typical of this type of car. About a grand of welding will see you right and you'll at least break-even if you haven't got too many other issues. If that's the point, which it probably isn't.

Trouble is many cars like this still get broken because a genuinely good leather interior is worth the price of admission alone. We definitely need to get prices to rise because the supply of people prepared to commit to such a car like yourself is somewhat limited.

Furflex is easily replaceable. Wins do it but it's slightly thicker than the original which means it actually does a better job. The rear double thickness is more tricky but there is some OEM on Ebay.
 
Thanks Peter for your reply, I'm a bit bemused by what you mean about the amount of welding you say is needed. Was I just dreaming that I've spent the past 2 years laying under the car getting burnt and covered by weld splatter!

I totally agree that P6 prices are far too cheap at present especially compared to the silly money being touted for anything with a Ford badge. I think some people are put off restoring Rover P6s because of the perception that they are too sophisticated and complicated. The reverse is actually the case, being able to unbolt every outer panel makes bodywork repair and painting much easier. Engines and drive trains are tough and long lived which just leaves the inboard rear discs as the main PITY. Mind you, I don't see E Type prices suffering due to similar problems!

I shall keep my eyes out for cheap replacement Furflex as I can't justify doubling my restoration budget on buying new!
Andy
 
Dont worry, many years ago I had a 2200 auto, which was very thirsty !! But a good car, smooth changes and nice to drive. But I did in the end give in and convert it to a manual........
 
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