I've been trying to consider what is available if I wanted to have a
four door british car. Jaguar and Sterling have both been likely
candidates, but are generally more pricey than I would want to
spend. (I'm looking to spend < US $5000.)
Something that has come up on my frequent perusals of the want ads
is a Rover 3500. However, I have heard next to nothing on this list
in the last year about the Rover 3500. About all that I 'know'
about it is that I think I recall hearing it has the Buick Aluminum
V8 used in the TR8 as a powerplant.
How is the reliability/maintainance on the Rover 3500? (This is my
primary concern.) Any ideas on typical asking prices? Are the
mechanicals very similar to a TR8? ie, if I maintain the Rover 3500,
would that be useful practice for a future TR8 (wishful thinking
:-)).
Here is the ad which sparked my interest: (with ad lingo expanded
into real words.)
1980 Rover 3500. 4-door hatchback sedan. White with beige
interior. 46,000 miles. Original owner. $3500 or best offer.
I'm thinking of going to take a look at it. Should I even bother?
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