Rover p4 90 history books

The first rover 12 was the third car the company made and was launched in 1905. Lledo collectors club chrome rover 100 p4 lcc4 va01914 post incl. Rover s first proper postsecond world war car, designed by phil armstrong, the p4 was a bulbous, bowlerhat of a conveyance that espoused oldfashioned virtues of longevity, refinement and. There is a surprisingly wide variety in the p4 range. Very early model flat top wings 1955 on cherished number 2000cc free wheel large history file 4 new tyres immaculate dove grey coachwork. Rover s welldeserved reputation for building high quality cars and the marques upmarket image ensured that the p4 series appealed to. Vintage, collector and antique auto value trends, model history and vin decoder. The one car that is not a mystery is the p4, the auntie rover. Learn what makes this cars construction so appealing. This listing is for a 1950s 1960s rover 90 p4 plastic stiff rubber bit still flexible may suit other models but not sure of this myself. New ebook on the rover p4 august 18, 2015 staff classic cars, library, rover comments off on new ebook on the rover p4 nowadays affectionately known as the aunty rover, the dignified p4 series of cars was launched in 1949 to carry britains rover company into the postwar era. Theres a really good writeup on the history of the development at.

If anyone who owns or has access to a p4 would be kind enough to pass along the relevant information, the following table will provide a summary. This is a really good solid p4, the floor pans and chassis are in great order. P4 607580 90 100105110 9781874105411 by bobbit, malcolm and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Their p4 designation is factory terminology for this group of cars and was not in daytoday use by ordinary owners who would have used the appropriate consumer designations for their models such as rover 90 or rover 100. I have for sale my rover p4 90 1954 1 previous local owner. Rover p4 workshop manual 19501964 by rover cars ltd published by brooklands books ltd 2003 paperback. Su carburetters are the worlds sole manufacturer of genuine su carburettors, fuel pumps and spares. We have prepared comprehensive workshop manuals for both the 193447 p2 and 194849 p3 rover cars. The p4 designation is factory terminology for the group of cars and was not in daytoday use by ordinary owners, who would have said simply that they had a rover 90 and so on. The rover p5 series is a group of large saloon and coupe automobiles that were produced by rover from 1958 until 1973. The name p4 was more of a factory terminology and not usually used by owners instead, the cars were commonly known as rover 90, rover 75, etc. Rover p4 drivers guild of australia catering for all rover.

Rover founded in 1887 john kempe starli and william sattonom and started its activity with the bicycle. Models were marketed under the names rover 3 litre, rover 3. This automobile has a 4 door saloon sedan body style with a front positioned engine driving through the rear wheels. Engine spares certainly arent an issue, thanks to the use in land rovers until the 1980s. The rover cycle company was started in 1894 and by 1902 had progressed from pedal cycles to motor cycles. The 19501964 rover p4 series was one of postwar britains best known and longest running cars, and affectionately nicknamed aunty rover for its charming but dowdy appearance. Introduced in 1956, the p4 105r and p4 105s used a highoutput, 8. Rover p4 drivers guild of australia catering for all rover models produced from 1904 to the last of the p4s in 1964. The first and the last the 1950 75 and the 1964 110. The rover p6 series named as the 2000, 2200, or 3500, depending on engine displacement was a saloon car produced by rover and subsequently british leyland from 1963 to 1977 in solihull, west midlands, england, uk. Rover classic cars p4 for sale classic cars for sale car.

Car manufacture would commence in 1904 with a range of single and twin cylinder sleevevalve engines, one of their cars even taking out the 1907. Defender, freelander, lr3, lr2 and lr4 parts and accessories are available. No rust i have lots of photos of restoration and books and paperwork. The rover p4 series of automobiles was produced from 1949 through 1964 and was designed by gordon bashford. Comprehensive step by step instructions and illustrations are given on all.

The 100 used seven bearing, 2625cc six cylinder engine which provided plenty of power and a top speed approaching 100mph despite only having a. Accompanied by the wonderful andy prior singing london by night written by carro. If you cant find the part you require please call us, we will be happy to help you or give you advice. In its original cyclops form, with its distinctive central light set into the grille, the 75 ushered in a new era for rover. The 1948 rover p3 was replaced in 1949 with the p4. This powerplant features overhead inlet, side exhaust valve gear, 6 cylinder layout, and 2 valves per cylinder. The rover s design, level of engineering, build quality, and general air of refinement earned it the sobriquet the poor mans rollsroyce, although poor was a relative term a rover 90 cost over. A total of,342 cars were produced and the last rover p4 rolled off the line in 1964. A successful car of its era, this is a midsized luxury saloon car. The top model was the 110 which incorporated the weslake cylinder head modifications from the p5 and developed 123 bhp, the most powerful p4 and still today a relaxed high speed motorway cruiser.

P4607580 90 100105110 9781874105411 by bobbit, malcolm and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. We have over 1,000 p4 spare parts listed on the site, so we should have what youre looking for. He is a prolific and diverse author, with numerous automotive books published by veloce, including citroen ds. The rover p4 cyclops went on sale, and was initially powered by the silkysmooth 2. The rover p6 series named 2000, 2200, and 3500 for its engine displacements is a saloon car model produced from 1963 to 1977 in solihull, west midlands, england. Theres something wonderfully right about a good p4. At the present moment the vehicles under this brand is not available, and the brand was sold together with the marks jaguar and land rover to indian. James taylor is a distinguished motoring historian and writes for specialist magazines in the uk and overseas.

In addition to handbooks, parts catalogues and workshop manuals, two other great books are also available from the guilds regalia officer. The rover 60 shared with the rover 75 and rover 90 the october 1954 modifications. Rover p4 classic cars for sale in uk view 18 bargains. Brand new smooth and modern styling, gave the car a confident air that it wore well throughout its long production run. The rover p4 series was a group of saloon cars produced from 1949 through to 1964 designed by gordon bashford.

The 1954 model year saw the introduction of the rover 90 with a 2638cc 6 cylinder engine and the rover 60 with a 1997cc 4 cylinder engine. Atlantic british is north americas largest wholesale and retail part and accessory supplier for all models of land rovers and range rovers. May 09, 2018 1959 rover 90 fourdoor sedan, from the much beloved p4 series, for sale. Find discovery, range rover and other land rover series parts and accessories at atlantic british. The rover p4 drivers guild make every effort to ensure thet the information and advice published is reliable and make proper reference to safety procedures. The products of the rover company had been his first love and major specialization. Conceived as a lower price alternative to the rover 75, the rover p4 60 was fitted with a 2 litre four cylinder overhead inletside exhaust valve engine producing 60. The rover 12 was a name given to several medium sized family cars from the british rover car company between 1905 and 1948. If you can see this, your browser will not show this page correctly. The first car of mark rover appeared in 1889 and was a simple crew with vosmisilnym engine.

Great deals from rover p4 spares and parts for sale in rover. From the point of view of owners and public rover never inroduced a car called the p4 90 this is nonsense. By 1906 the company was making cars and the name changed to the rover company limited. Sep 15, 2016 rover p4 workshop manual 19501964 by rover cars ltd published by brooklands books ltd 2003. The rover p4 series was a group of saloon automobiles produced by the rover company from 1949 through to 1964 designed by gordon bashford.

James taylors book rover p4 the complete story says that this vehicle was affectionately. It is distinguished by its variants such as 60, 75, 80, 90, 95. Covering the rover 60, 75, 80, 90, 95, 100, 105r, 105s, 105, 110 19531964. Oct 01, 20 land rover has been controversial, its fortunes tied to britains economic ups and downs. Its powered courtesy of a naturally aspirated engine of 2. The one car that is not a mystery is the p4, the auntie rover, of which more than,000 were made in an infinity of guises, variations, modifications, transitions and riddlemeree. It ran on a very strong separate chassis with rather heavy engines that meant a pronounced forward weight bias and consequently stodgy handling. The sixcylinder 100 is most abundant, and remains a great buy.

Nowadays affectionately known as the aunty rover, the dignified p4 series of cars was launched in 1949 to carry britains rover company. Nice original history file with buff log book showing same family owned for many years. We apologise, but no model history was found for this vehicle. Theres a crisp, engineered feel that works well with all the wood and leather, while clambering aboard is an experience, with those suicide rear doors adding excitement for passengers. The p4 designation is factory terminology for the group of cars and was not in daytoday use by ordinary owners, who would have used the appropriate consumer designations for their models such as 60, 75, and 90. Whichever you opt for, the p4 remains a wonderful drivers classic. The rover 100 is a rear wheel drive motor car, with its engine placed in the front, and a 4 door saloon sedan bodyshell. Manufactured from 1949, throughout the 1950s, until the early 1960s, the rover p4 was considered a luxury car in its day. The original land rover had a very successful first decade, but by the late 1950s it was clear that changes had to be made if it was to remain the top dog.

Technical supplement no bktsr002 colour schemes the rover p4 drivers guild make every effort to ensure thet the information and advice published is reliable and make proper reference to safety procedures. The rovers design, level of engineering, build quality, and general air of refinement earned it the sobriquet the poor mans rollsroyce, although poor was a relative term a rover 90 cost over. The company struggled in the depression of the thirties but the reestablishment. This unit produces 68 bhp 69 ps51 kw of power at 4250 rpm, and maximum torque of 168 nm 124 lbft17. The rover p4 series is a group of midsize luxury saloon cars produced by the rover company from 1949 until 1964. John wearing p4 rover parts, p4 rover spares shipped worldwide. Rover 75 manualshandbooks car manuals and literature for sale. The p6 was sixth and the last of the p designated rover designs to reach production. They were designed by gordon bashford their p4 designation is factory terminology for this group of cars and was not in daytoday use by ordinary owners who would have used the appropriate consumer designations for their models such as rover 90 or rover. Charming but dowdy, the 19501964 rover p4 series was one of postwar britains best known and frequently driven cars.

Generic service history book suitable for rover 25, 45, 75,100, 200 400 mg. The rover p4 series is a group of midsize luxury saloon cars produced by the rover company. The rover p4 technical tips book, second edition, is an invaluable collection of articles advising on various aspects of p4 maintenance. Media in category rover 90 p4 the following 48 files are in this category, out of 48 total. Nowadays affectionately known as the aunty rover, the dignified p4 series of cars was launched in 1949 to carry britains rover company into the postwar era. They were designed by gordon bashford their p4 designation is factory terminology for this group of cars and was not in daytoday use by ordinary owners who would have used the appropriate consumer designations for their models such as rover 90 or rover 100. Jan 26, 2020 the rover p4 series was a group of saloon automobiles produced by the rover company from 1949 through to 1964 designed by gordon bashford. The rover p4 series was a group of saloon automobiles produced from 1949 through to 1964 designed by phil armstrong. I find it strange that this otherwise very good article insists on using the p4 designation as if it were part of the cars name. Along with the later rover p5, it was replaced by the far more modern rover p6. Hence, the land rover series ii was launched in 1958 sporting a larger petrol engine and new styling. The complete source book on the p4 rovers, including development history, jet cars, the marauder, guidance on buying and restoration, life with a p4 and appendices packed with essential data and details on clubs and specialists. Launched in 1960 the rover 100 effectively replaced the earlier 90 model which had sold so well from when it first appeared in 1953. This video is about the sale of my classic british 50s car welcome to the sale of my 1954 rover 90 p4, a truly iconic british classic car, full.

This page will document my restoration of a 1957 rover p4 90. It replaced the prewar p3 and although dubbed the poor mans rollsroyce, it was a still pricey proposition at. Today its on a roll, leading a renaissance in british design and manufacturing, yet the continued presence of the defender helps keep the land rover story absolutely genuine. Hemmings find of the day 1959 rover p4 hemmings daily. Kr classic cars are pleased to offer for hire our 1964 rover 95 p4. For the 1952 model year a chrome grille, without the central pass light was introduced.

Land rover has been controversial, its fortunes tied to britains economic ups and downs. The rover company limited was a british car manufacturing company that operated from its base in solihull in warwickshire. Been disappointed when you could not locate a haynes manual for your early rover. Uk tv program 1999 history channel forgotten marques rootes duration. Click the monogram below for an alternative version. The chrome grille remained a feature of the p4 range throughout its remaining life, albeit mildly modified over time. The complete story crowood autoclassics by james taylor isbn. Rover p4 cars details and support information from the rover p4 drivers guild. Their p4 designation is factory terminology for this group of cars and was not in daytoday use by ordinary owners who would have used the appropriate consumer designations for their models such as rover 90 or rover. Land rover parts and land rover accessories galore. At the present moment the vehicles under this brand is not available, and the brand was sold together with the marks jaguar and land rover to indian company tata motors. Loverly 1956 rover 90 from ace classic cars in the uk by way of ebay.