Hi -- this is my first post, and I'm glad to be a part of the forum.
I live in the states Seattle, Washington), and P6s, or any Rovers for that matter, are few and far between. However, I have found a 3500S (US spec) for sale that has a beautiful paint job, and supposedly a rebuilt engine and other mechanical refurbishments (brakes, for one). Trouble is, as much as I worship these cars, this one is the only one I've ever driven -- so I have no frame of reference to determine whether it's a good example or not. some of the worry points:
1. VERY loose steering -- lots of free play, although actual handling is good.
2. Car feels sluggish -- I know these aren't hot rods, but there isn't that nice V8 torque I was expecting, and there's a bit of hesitation on take off.
3. No surface rust at all, and he claims the box sections behind the rear seats are fine, but of course that's always the fear factor.
4. The interior is original and complete (except for carpets), but a but shabby (so needs a re-do).
The sluggishness, along with brakes that seemed a bit "groany " (but bit well, might be from lack of use -- the owner only drives it to keep the fluids moving. But who knows?
In any event -- can someone give me an idea of what a well sorted 3500 should feel like? That would be a big help. Thanks.
I live in the states Seattle, Washington), and P6s, or any Rovers for that matter, are few and far between. However, I have found a 3500S (US spec) for sale that has a beautiful paint job, and supposedly a rebuilt engine and other mechanical refurbishments (brakes, for one). Trouble is, as much as I worship these cars, this one is the only one I've ever driven -- so I have no frame of reference to determine whether it's a good example or not. some of the worry points:
1. VERY loose steering -- lots of free play, although actual handling is good.
2. Car feels sluggish -- I know these aren't hot rods, but there isn't that nice V8 torque I was expecting, and there's a bit of hesitation on take off.
3. No surface rust at all, and he claims the box sections behind the rear seats are fine, but of course that's always the fear factor.
4. The interior is original and complete (except for carpets), but a but shabby (so needs a re-do).
The sluggishness, along with brakes that seemed a bit "groany " (but bit well, might be from lack of use -- the owner only drives it to keep the fluids moving. But who knows?
In any event -- can someone give me an idea of what a well sorted 3500 should feel like? That would be a big help. Thanks.