Rover 75 Tourer (2004 - 2005) 1.8 Connoisseur SE 5d (2004/54) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Hopefully, that I don't follow the crowd, like a bit of comfort and elegance. Some will think 'old man driver' but they are wrong and open their eyes.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Again a few old man jokes, they soon shut up when the learn I have a 2 yr old gadget laden luxury tourer with 6,000 miles on the clock, for £8.5k
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, just wish i was rich enough to get the 2.0 BMW diesel engine.
What are you likely to buy next?
Give me time
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£8,500
When did you buy the car?
June 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
Got £500 of list price, 1yrs warranty thrown in, 6 months tax and a loan at the same rate as my bank. Also got the mats and flaps bit too.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
The car had a ridiculous low mileage of 6,000 miles, coupled with the best interior of any car less than a top line Jaguar. Previously owned by an 'old boy' and was like new. All for £8.5k? Bargain!!
What was the dealer like?
It was an MG/Rover dealer when they were still going, they supplied the car originally and the salesman was great.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
It's only the 1.8 normally aspriated, so it's not a rocket ship. It's a smooth crusier, it soaks up the bumps and makes the daily grind more bearable
What's it like to park?
Rear Parking Sensors fitted so its a doddle. It is a big vehicle, but can be driven with confidence.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Only had it 500 miles, everything works like new. You can tell the germans had a had in this one.
What's most practical about your car?
The tourer bodyshape is great for my dogs, but its not a box like estate. Looks sleek and elegant.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Love the big leather seats, classy dash and the climate control goes from Baltic to Sahara in seconds.
