My very first car was a 1966 2000 SC. I can honestly say that I don't think I've had a car as smooth and comfortable as that was. I loved the "clunk" of the doors closing, very reassuring. Being a 60's car it didn't suffer from some of the 70's problems. I noticed you said about the heavy steering when parking, as was everything in those days, we soon learned to turn whilst moving and not try to go lock to lock stationary. I'm pleased to hear that you are enjoying it, they really were a marvellous car.
probably the best, most detailed, knowledgeable, honest review off any car garage I've ever seen in all my years on utube so full credit where credits due....all other salesman u may wanna pay attention to this guy.
You are the first guy who explains the car clearly and is well clued up in classic cars I wrote my story about buying cars from England to bring them to Ireland and auto express stated they would print my story it was interesting just like yourself no humming or haaing very clear on what you have to say and straight from your experience keep it up good job
Sorry for being so late to the party, but thank you for this video. You've explained things that only a P6 owner would know. I have many P6 and a P6B, but the SC2000 Automatic has a special place in the collection. It is arguably the most civilized version of the range, and I drive it differently than, let's say, my TC2000 or the V8. But that's the point.
One of the nishest cars build. Very original design. I have a Lanvia 2000 Berlina from 75. But this one is as brillant in its one way. I love it very much. Very british indeed. 🧡🧡🧡
Love these cars, I used to admire our local shop owners example as I passed it daily on my way to school circa '72. I remember him being a twat, even as a very young kid but his car was majestic.
I have owned Rover P6’s pretty much continuously since April 1969 . My first was a Series 1 2000TC in Arden Green,I loved the car but sold it when I emigrated to SouthAfrica in September 1973. I bought a 1971 Series 2 V8 in February 1974 which I still have today, however the car as built here by Leykor had many faults & shortcomings,but as a Mechanical Engineer working in the motor industry ( at Volkswagen S.A. ) I was able to overcome them & improve as necessary. I can assure you that the Audi’s & to some extent the Daimler- Benz products of the 1970’s were often crude in comparison. Incidentally , the V8 was obtained primarily for the P6 ,although it first appeared in the P5B.
Great job with this video. Thank you for not yelling into your mic like some other guys do! I appreciate the detailed explanation of this car as my Dad had a 1966 2000. Only thing is why does the brake light keep flashing while you’re driving?
That is a wonderful example. Saying that, the 3500 and the 3500S were the original Police Jam Sandwich because they were quick for the times. The Series 1 V8 has a strip speedo but no bonnet bulges.
I own a 2000 automatic. I would recommend having a custom sports exhaust for these. I had a big hole in the exhaust manifold, and the rest of the system was rotten. So headers were made and a complete exhaust system. The exhaust system improves performance, and you feel more confident in traffic with the extra get up and go!
Have to correct you I'm sorry I owned 1969 p6 v8 series 1 they made that model from 69 to 73 you could still buy a mk 1 even though the series 2 facelift came out in 1970
My very first car was a 1966 2000 SC. I can honestly say that I don't think I've had a car as smooth and comfortable as that was. I loved the "clunk" of the doors closing, very reassuring. Being a 60's car it didn't suffer from some of the 70's problems. I noticed you said about the heavy steering when parking, as was everything in those days, we soon learned to turn whilst moving and not try to go lock to lock stationary. I'm pleased to hear that you are enjoying it, they really were a marvellous car.
probably the best, most detailed, knowledgeable, honest review off any car garage I've ever seen in all my years on utube so full credit where credits due....all other salesman u may wanna pay attention to this guy.
You are the first guy who explains the car clearly and is well clued up in classic cars I wrote my story about buying cars from England to bring them to Ireland and auto express stated they would print my story it was interesting just like yourself no humming or haaing very clear on what you have to say and straight from your experience keep it up good job
Sorry for being so late to the party, but thank you for this video.
You've explained things that only a P6 owner would know.
I have many P6 and a P6B, but the SC2000 Automatic has a special place in the collection.
It is arguably the most civilized version of the range, and I drive it differently than, let's say, my TC2000 or the V8. But that's the point.
Always loved the P6 (and the P5) and that is a lovely example.
Only 40k on the clock...fabulous.
Thanks for the vid, really enjoyed it.
Excellent presentation 😊
One of the nishest cars build. Very original design. I have a Lanvia 2000 Berlina from 75. But this one is as brillant in its one way. I love it very much. Very british indeed. 🧡🧡🧡
I like the car, with the exception of the instrument panel. It looks like a piece of 1970s stereo equipment sitting on a shelf in the dashboard.
What we're they thinking when they designed that strip speedo ?
nice video as I am interested in purchasing a P6
I walk past that car pretty much every day, on that forecourt. It seems to be a good example, I’d love to buy it.
Love these cars, I used to admire our local shop owners example as I passed it daily on my way to school circa '72. I remember him being a twat, even as a very young kid but his car was majestic.
I have owned Rover P6’s pretty much continuously since April 1969 . My first was a Series 1 2000TC in Arden Green,I loved the car but sold it when I emigrated to SouthAfrica in September 1973. I bought a 1971 Series 2 V8 in February 1974 which I still have today, however the car as built here by Leykor had many faults & shortcomings,but as a Mechanical Engineer working in the motor industry ( at Volkswagen S.A. ) I was able to overcome them & improve as necessary. I can assure you that the Audi’s & to some extent the Daimler- Benz products of the 1970’s were often crude in comparison. Incidentally , the V8 was obtained primarily for the P6 ,although it first appeared in the P5B.
Interesting. I like the bit about the German cars being crude. M.
Great job with this video. Thank you for not yelling into your mic like some other guys do! I appreciate the detailed explanation of this car as my Dad had a 1966 2000. Only thing is why does the brake light keep flashing while you’re driving?
Excellent video very concise in detail and presentation, vgc 1972 excellent I do prefer the 3.5 but still .. 👍🏻
That is a wonderful example. Saying that, the 3500 and the 3500S were the original Police Jam Sandwich because they were quick for the times. The Series 1 V8 has a strip speedo but no bonnet bulges.
Looks like a fine example indeed!
series 1 V8 does have a strip Speedo and only V8 cars had the brake wear warning (on rear only)
Great presentation - my 1st video but I will be back
Where did you get 2 ton from they weigh 1.3 ton
I own a 2000 automatic. I would recommend having a custom sports exhaust for these. I had a big hole in the exhaust manifold, and the rest of the system was rotten. So headers were made and a complete exhaust system.
The exhaust system improves performance, and you feel more confident in traffic with the extra get up and go!
All up weight on this would have been about 1200kgs, so 1.2 Imperial tons. FYI.
Totally agree. Wonderful to drive
Yeah classic Britain currently has a 1968 model for sale 99,000 in good nick in South West
lovely car but i preferred the triumph 2000.a much more smoother car
70 mph shouldn’t do the engine any harm. When they were built Rover said they were designed to be driven flat out for long periods
Have to correct you I'm sorry I owned 1969 p6 v8 series 1 they made that model from 69 to 73 you could still buy a mk 1 even though the series 2 facelift came out in 1970
Fuel guzzler slug rot bucket is my impression of these cars back in the days.
What are you talking about 2 tons, they weigh about 1250 kg.
The weight is more like 1.25 tonnes. No where near 2 tonnes. That's P5 territory weight. None of those switches are anything like a P5.
I have 1972 p6 stored in garage need gone.newzealand
It'd be pointless getting the v8 of this as you're hardly gonna drive it flat out anyway. (Horrible mpg and zero safety feature)
Why are people obsessed with speed
The V8 was not a slow cruiser
Audis were poor in 1970s