Rover 75 Saloon (1999 - 2004) 1.8 Connoisseur SE 4d (2004/53) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Even when people say it's an old mans car at Uni, I ask if their corsa has leather heated seats, parking sensors, 1.8 engine with 118BHP, does 120MPH and has some people thinking the looks are similar to a jag. Neighbour still thinks it's a jag.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Mum wasn't happy when I told her I got it. Dad likes it, neighbours like it, mates like it, grandad loves it and I like it.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Depending on condition yes. The car really has grown on me since I bought it.

What are you likely to buy next?

Depending on insurance, would love a V8 MG ZT. Or Jag. Want to stay British for as long as possible, (Excluding mums C1).

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£1,900

When did you buy the car?

January 2014

Did you get a good deal and why?

I bought the car from a dealer down the road from where I live. Having seen the car I bought it. The car hasn't really had any problems apart from the rear parking sensors being temperamental. But as a whole I think the car was good value.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

It's my first car, I wanted something luxurious as I had been driving my mums Citroen C1 since I passed 2 years ago.

What was the dealer like?

Really helpful. The serviced the car an sorted the exhaust and sills.

What's it like to drive?

Don't really thrash it but it does move compared to me old C1. But is very luxurious. Although i have been on ships that tilt less when going around a corner.

What's it like to park?

Parking sensors help when they work but after a whole you do get used to the size.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Nothing. Even though it's a K series since I bought it nothing major has gone wrong. I have been keeping an eye on oil and water in radiator and it's been fine. I think (touch wood) I may have bough at 75 that really works.

What's most practical about your car?

Big, 5 seats, comfortable, fairly cheap compared to other big cars.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

The steering wheel audio options, volume control etc but tbh I love the timed lights turn off. When ever I pull up at home the lights stay on for about 10 sec's. Does make it look a bit more expensive than it actually is. Leather heated seats is also a big plus.