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Hi guys, Poland here. I have '02 2,0 diesel for 10 years. I love it. Very good equipped British car. I think the worst was the price at start, that's why people have bought BMW's and other similar cars instead Rovers. I'm going to keep this car until it's dead :-). Regards.
I've got a 2004 cdti auto, had it for about 2.5 years now. I'd love to keep it forever, it's easily the most comfortable car I've ever driven, fantastic seats and ride, quiet, smooth gearbox, beautiful interior. One of the best cars Rover, if not Britain, ever made.
I want to keep mine until it blows up so probably forever, I love the thing it's great I just miss the gadgets sometimes of newer cars but the ride and just the special thing this car has is so worth it.
I have the same Rover 75 as yours , same color with 170 000 km . Great car ! I am in France and little problems for servicing . I agree with you that it's the best car you can get for a very price. If it was not my wife, I would buy an other one with a different color ! they are so cheap
A 12 year old me was at the Birmingham Motor Show in 1998 when they launched the 75 - I also went to the local dealer launch (I went to all the launches at that age). Things looked so hopeful at that stage.
They are not unreliable keep it serviced they are excellent cars I own 03 connoisseur British racing green as new 50000 on the clock electric rear blind elec seats climate control heated leather seats loads more than you can shake a stick at including its build history can't help looking at it on the drive they are a beautiful looking car voted best looking car when it came out like your style of review no faffing right to the point nice work 👍
Great video fella 👍 I am after a 75 soon as a usable modern classic car, such a lot of car for the money and England's last Rover...I gotta have one. Please don't take offence, but I wouldn't have placed you in a Rover 75 in a million years. You don't exactly look the Rover 75 type, but I am glad you did😁 Thanks again👍
I've got a running Rover 220 SD myself from 1997. When maintained properly, Rovers are never unreliable, not even after 22yrs like the one me driving. I'm planning to buy a Rover 75 next. Nice video! Kind Regards from Hungary!
Love the 75. Got my CDTI auto in Copperleaf in March. Having owned Rovers for 30 years, this 2003 model is amazing. Full service history, all receipts, in wonderful condition ( having been bought new by the previous owner ), and just 83k on the clock. It looks superb, it drives superb, just had its MOT...pass, no advisories. Unmarked interior. All this for £500...I kid you not...£500. I drool over these superb cars. My lucky day !!!
I wish I had more years to own them but sadly they were long gone before I passed my test. They'll only go up from here I think so the great deals we've all got won't be around much longer, I'll maybe get a early 800 fastback to add to my Rover fleet
Follow your own path fella. I had one for 5 years 2.0 Connie Diesel and would have kept it if it was a auto as I needed knee surgery. A brilliant, reliable car with proper character.
Shhh! don't everyone how good our cars are ! I have two, a tourer manual (estate) which I've owned for 16 years and the diesel engine ,which is on 190,000 miles has only ever needed a thermostat. My other that I bought 2 years ago is a connoisseur diesel auto saloon and is brilliant. My first ever 75 was a 2 litre V6 auto and I part ex'd it for my tourer due to a fuel consumption of only averaging 239 mile to a tank on local driving. The diesel can easily obtain over 400 without hanging back. I also notice that if people take the mickey ie calling it an old man's car etc, if you give them a lift they go very quiet lol !
People keep asking me if it's a 64 plate jaguar lmao or they know what it is and they're somehow surprised by how good it is. I need to get mine as high as yours I'm only on 130k at the moment and I at least want a quarter of a million.
I agree with you completely. I have a 2004 facelift two litre diesel. It's done 220,000 miles now and drives beautifully. I paid £750 with a new set of tyres and a years Mot. What a steel. Best value car anywhere!
Great review of a fantastic car. I've had the Diesel and a KV6 monster. They are superbly reliable but like any car have their quirks. Cooling system on the V6 and watch out for ECU flooding across the range, though keep the plenum drains free of debris and no problem. Lovely to drive and a really nice place to sit. Water ingress in the boot is usually rear light seals, handbrake linkage can stretch but aftermarket links available. Great Owners club for as much help as you need and information as to where to buy bits. What's not to love about the Rover 75? Oh and yes, the Longbridge Mk1 is the one to get.
Lovely cars, I never much liked driving until I bought mine. Then I started to look forward to going on road trips. I also have an early Longbridge 2001 51' registration, this was a sweet spot in production standards before cost cutting kicked in. Mine is the V6 2.5 auto, whilst I wanted the diesel originally I've grown used to the smooth engine now. The Serpent wheels are the best, but I kept my Crowns for ride comfort. You didn't mention the sunroof? That was on my equipment list when buying mine. Nice gold colour, contrasts & sets the chrome off. Good video.
Something I forgot about but oddly I use it so often, I've always liked long trips although this car has helped me appreciate a good long distance cruiser, when I used to drive my Punto T Jet long distances it'd feel like forever but with this thing 4 hours is more like an hour and a half! have you ever had the "whooping" aircon noise with yours?
You did well kept your crowns cars that came from the factory with bigger wheels had different suspension settings so It is advised to stick whith whatever size your car came with originally also be aware of the sunroof sunroof drains can leak without you noticing till there is a couple of inches of water under the carpet
Haha this is crazy. I had one of these when I was 19, as my second car (coming from a Citroen C3), CDT diesel too, but a manual, in light blue and a Connoisseur not Connie SE, much to my dismay. I love this car, and had planned on getting another one when my time was cut short due to some dodgy repairs done by the dealer (car was on 200,000 miles and was one of the smoothest cars I've ever had). I've got a Volvo S80 D5 now (now 20 years old), which though lacking the outright lust of the Rover, I believe is made better, it's slightly larger and more spacious, and the engine is insane (sounds amazing, and has so much torque - the reason I bought it - with it's five cylinders, and still does 47+ mpg combined). I would have to say that on balance, the S80 is the better car for under £1000 and no excuses need be made for a Volvo in the same way as Rover, to the uninitiated, but NOTHING can beat a Rover 75 for utter value for money for style, elegance, and beauty. The fact that E46 and E39 BMWs, which the parent company of MGROVER was producing at the time of the 75's release, and which all the pundits and public thought were better at the time, are now expensive rust buckets, literally rusting away before our eyes, and in the hundreds if not thousands of pictures of 15-20 year old 75s I've looked at, I cannot remember once seeing a rusted arch, or worn seat bolster (big Volvo problem), just shows how deluded the "professionals" were in their willing on the 75 and MGRover to fail. What a shame
Absolute agree with you. I bought a fully loaded 2003 2.5 Connoisseur SE in copper leaf red with full leather, xenon, sat nav, cruise control, etc, etc, and the serpent wheels. I paid £560 for it! The best £500 I’ve ever spent!
Great video, I have just purchased a 2003 Rover 75 club we 1.8T. Wow...what a fine it was...only 41800 genuine miles. Just needed new battery as far only covered 250 miles in 22 months (unreal I know!) It was such a comfortable ride back home, very quiet and responsive. All this much of a car with new mot for 510 quid on ebay.👍
I bought my 75 cdt se conny automatic in Wedgwood blue. Very happy with it. Needs a bit of tlc but that's no problem. Has all the bells and whistles and it's lovely and smooth to drive especially on the motorway. Sound system is great too.
Great video. I have just nabbed myself one of these. I pick it up tomorrow. I needed a cheap diesel and got recommended the 75. All I hear is good things so fingers crossed.
My experience so far has been all good. Sits on the motorway and just purrs along. I have joined the owners club where there is a wealth of knowledge on offer. I couldn't recommend it enough. If you are thinking of getting one check the club out. There are people who if live close may come and view one with to give you a heads up with what to look for.
I've got an X plate Old English White 75 had it 15 years it's nearly 20 years old now and people are always remarking about how nice it looks I've even been asked if I want to sell her but she's not going anywhere. Nice to see a youngster loving these cars a future classic. Rob
@@tomdrives I've not got any photos anywhere sorry. I've put the full electric black leather seats in also it's got the electric rear blind (the James bond feature) and I had specially done 18inch oz racing wheels done in titanium silver. when they stopped making them I bought a 53 plate connoisseur with engine problems that is now my spare part car. Keep safe buddy Rob
I agree with almost everything you've said.I wish I can find an example as this one under 1000 euros in my country which is impossible... This vehicle is quite not bad at all...
Excellent video and well done you really resold me on why i love my 75 its one of the best looking and running beasts for the money an when chipped a bloody good giggle
Sadly my Cdti had a major failure in the engine I have found only one other car an MGZT that went the same way went straight out for number 2 still a fantastic car
Great vid! I feel the same buzz you get when being inside them I have had 4 of them now. Mixed badges between the ZT’s and the 75’s. I have had all Engine’s other than the V8. Next car... like you going across Europe in them. No problems. The Diesel version i had went to Poland and back again twice in one year. They do have faults in general but cost very little to put right and dont put me off. The car has Timeless looks and will look retro modern in 20 years from now. Keep the vids going its good to see someone in their 20’s paying tribute to the last car Rover and MG actually produced.
I have had two 75's, the first was a 2000 2.0 L diesel. A 'Clasic' model in British Racing Green. I sold it to a friend who still has it with over 200,000 miles on the clock and he still loves it. My second was 2013 V6 automatic top of the range. It had everything including a CD changer in the boot, sun roof etc etc. I sold it to a local guy who kept on asking me to sell it to him, eventually I let him buy it.
Nice video mate! I'm thinking of buying myself a Rover 75, but I'm more inclined to the V6 engine - either 2.0 or 2.5. The sound of it is purely gorgeous and the amount of power it gives should make me, a motorcyclist, smile with pride :) If I decide to buy one and find one in a good condition I'll let you know. Here in Poland Rovers 75 are still quite rare, but at the same time cheap, like in the UK.
James Tesseyman Thank you for your videos on the Rover 75 Tom. Its nice to hear someone who appreciates this under rated car. I've had 2 but both 1.8 engine. I am intending to treat myself to a 2,0 Diesel for my next Birthday but pre facelift. I thought they were the nicest cars i've had, yes they are retro styled but definately a lovely car and a lot for your money. Keep up the good work Tom :)
Excellent video and a nice slant on 75 ownership. I have just bought my 3rd one today, diesel auto Contemporary SE. It has the 160bhp Xpower remap and it certainly pulls much stronger than my last 2 diesels. No rear sunblind though which is the best 75 feature in my opinion. Enjoy!
Great video!I I'm 24 and have a platinum gold 2.5 V6 R75, ridiculously reliable cars and ridiculously comfortable. I've upgraded my with the V8 style Roewe bumper and quad exhausts on a 2005 model Contemporary SE with the all black and black ash dash. Its so damn nice. 22 mpg is a bit mad though but with near 200bhp I'm loving it!! Such a bargain for a crazy amount of refinement 😁👍🏼
I had a R75 Tourer for a several years of excellent, reliable super comfortable driving, while colleagues chose BMWs, Audis & VWs, all of which were often in the garage for expensive repairs. I won!
200 nanometers of torque? So the power of an ant on a bike? :p Nm is newton metres I have a Rover 45 and had it as a second car, absolutely loved it to bits with leather interior, heated seats, and like you, i've just bought a 1999 MGF with 55k on the clock :D
I want a 45 for work but sadly no space :( also sorry not sure where I got that measurement from 😂 the MGF is great just watch out for the window seals a lot of the ones I've seen have a tendancy to pop up and not sit properly. If you want your dash looking extra great use some Turtle Wax black trim restorer that's what I used on my MGF and I now use on all my cars :)
Tom. What a humdinger of a review top notch. Thanks very much for sharing. I'm in the middle of buying one my mate has had her from new. 1.8 2002 50.000 Original miles. Really looking forward to picking her up...... Stay safe in these uncertain times.
Thank you, I’ve got a 1 year review coming out this Monday coming. Sounds like a great low mileage one, you’ll love it! I’m still waiting on picking up my 827 Vitesse so I know the feeling it’s worth the wait though. You too stay safe and keep well :)
They are amazing cars I wanted one since I was kid, my first one was like this one an early longbridge car X reg but a 2.5v6 unfortunately due to an Audi SUV it ended up on the centre reservation at 60mph so I got my second one a fully loaded connoisseur se v6 53 plate which is demon possed and loves to break down in the most peculiar ways I still love it tho 😂
Hello, I had a 2.0 Connoisseur, probably the best car I have ever had. I only got rid of it, because I became a taxi driver and needed a bigger boot. No negatives from me. The gorgeous soft seats alone are worth buying it. Why does modern seating have to be so hard? Keep up the good work. Kevin.
All the items listed at 3:18 are plug and play apart from the cruise control but even that will work to a point, full operation can be obtained however. Don't be put off buying a MK11 because it does not have these items, you can add them. A tip before you damage the front end, don't drive so close to the car in front. Great video about a Rover 75 from one so young. People slag off the 75 just because it is a Rover and not part of the in crowd. You are not the only Rover 75 owner that looks back at their car. These are also known for being comfortable, I did 650 miles in a "day" a few years ago and was full of beans when I got out of the car.
what a smashing review. I love the Rover 75. I have owned one for a couple of years I unfortunately had to get rid of it and have regretted the day I made that awful decision ever since.
Thanks Lee, if you liked this video there’s a more improved review on my channel in the Gold 75’s playlist complete with drone shots etc. Sorry to hear you had to get rid of yours. :(
Lovely car, and high spec. I would advise a 160hp upgrade from 130 via a T4 system, it totally transforms the diesel. I have the same spec in a 2003 tourer and love it to pieces. Enjoy the luxury!!
I have the white gold tourer diesel auto but mine is the club se spec and I wish I had the Coni SE spec like yours. I love the car and it’s done almost 200k now .
Excellent cars, diesel is the most reliable, the 1.8 has issues with the casket leak, k series, but once repaired with the newer stronger casket, they are Uber reliable. The fact that retro is now cool and funky, means that it has a new image, and has character, unlike the boring, lookalike modern cars
I have a Renault Vel Satis, that also costed me £500, it's probably a car you would love, you should look into them. Oh, I also live in Yorkshire, you think the exact same way as me!!
My Vectra C 2.2 petrol Elite 2003, just went over 102k with black leather , airc on, heated seats, auto, dimming rv mirror not one thing wrong, last 4yr no advisories, at 70mph it gets 50mpg. Most comfortable car I have had, owned it for 9yrs.
Hi, great great english cars. I bought last september a V6 2004 Rover 75, for just 2000€ in Holland. Your video is pleasant, interesting and entertaining, thanks. Can you send the references of the SONY radio because I would like to by the same. Kind regards, Loïc (France).
Had a 75 1.8 Petrol as a courtesy car in 2004. It was underpowered but very comfortable. Drove it for a couple of months and I have to say, I liked it (I had previously had Rover 416 and 414 and had enjoyed those cars too). The only complaint was lack of power with 1.8 (I'd go for a V6) and it was a little noisy on the motorway.
Great looking car and full of tech and good times. I own a 2004 Jaguar S Type, 3L petrol and see the similarities. I have owned it for seven years and only gave it an alernator and 225/18 tyres now and then. I would argue that rear wheel drive, 269 (mapped WHP) two tone leather, satnav, black on black exterior and electric/heated everything would make it a better than the 75, but yours is really nice and it's great that you enjoy it. The 75 is the best £500 car you can buy.
Hi, I’ve just bought a 2003 1.8T w/ 44k (I got lucky) I was wondering if I heard it right that you paid £30 for your xenons? I really want to buy them as my first mod but all I’ve seen are worth around £120-150. Did the price just go up or am I not looking hard enough? Where did you buy yours? I love your videos bro, I’ve watched all of them- waiting for more 75 vids!
I had a Vetra it was nothing but bother, then I bought a rover ,Now Ive had three they are awesome under rated cars. I had the 1.8 that was a lot of bother with the engine, but after that ive had the 2L BMW engine and never had any bother at all with the engine in over 100,000 miles. good revieview.
I love the design of this car. Maybe dated when it was released but now it just looks cool, though if I could choose I'd go for the MG variant of this....
My grandad had one he loved it but my dad loved the mgzt that’s why I drive the mgzt 190 now and it’s fun the dial on that looks like it belongs on a boat
Hi Leon, I got mine from a random guy who was breaking a ZT. You should be able to find a pair on Facebook marketplace or eBay. Just look for someone breaking a car or just buy them both from eBay.
great spec. had one in pewter grey. loved it, lots of compliments and the ride was sublime. lazy comfy cars love began from this car on. i hate sporty rides and this car is responsible for it.
Great video Tom! Do you mind if I use that footage of you starting the engine with all the dials as my intro? It’s fine if not but it’s just because I am still waiting on my 75, lol
Mint cars I have 2002 auto Estate diesal u have had 4 of them great cars never part with mine and its only got 90k on clock with full servises history am only 20 and use it as my daily cars unbelievable 👍
I had a Mk1 in same colour on a 51 plate. Then had a Mk2 which I didn't like as much. The diesel engine is a BMW engine. I purposely went driving in a nightbtime just to look at those gorgeous dials lit up
Hey guys i wanna buy a petrol rover 75 automatic as first car, is it reliable and what should i look out for? How many miles is to much? And some other things i like to know like were to get new headlights and build in navigation system for this car and stuff like that
The facelift version looks like it was done by a 12 year old. These pre 2004 cars get better looking by the month as new cars get uglier. They are best on 16 inch wheels and the CDTI is the best all round performer.
I bought one for £1500 back in 2011, only issue was the clutch went which is a common issue, thankfully the dealer replaced under warranty. Then I hit harder times and did taxi work tontop up my income and thankfully I was able to use my rover just before the road laws changed so for "cheapo" it served me well, customers always commented on how comfortable it was (some customers mis took it for a jag 😂)
Awesome cars - I have a 2001 Connoisseur sedan here in Sydney, Australia. I've only seen 2 others in the last 2 years on the road. So they're not common here.
I recognize that road. You were heading into sheffield on the Rivelin Valley Road, up Hagg hill and on to Bole hill road. I think I've seen your car driving around Sheffield. Look out for me sometime a light green 75 Cdti.
i think people are put off rover isnt around and they cant get parts, (but parts are around) they are great value, nicer cabin than many eurobox's, and more reliable than you think......service history and looked after examples are the ones to buy. avoid the abused ones....and you wont go far wrong, if it lasts 2-3yrs for £500, whats not to like....
Exactly, I think the build quality especially inside is better then my old 2014 mercedes. One of my partners aunties had a ZT nearly new and when MGR collapsed they lost a lot of money on the car it ended up being worth about 4 grand sucks then but now they're finally appreciating.
E39 5 series would be up there, if you can find a maintained one. I have one with the m54. It's so smooth that after you start the car you almost think it has stalled out. But nay, it's a damn smooth straight 6.
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Hi guys, Poland here. I have '02 2,0 diesel for 10 years. I love it. Very good equipped British car. I think the worst was the price at start, that's why people have bought BMW's and other similar cars instead Rovers. I'm going to keep this car until it's dead :-). Regards.
I've got a 2004 cdti auto, had it for about 2.5 years now. I'd love to keep it forever, it's easily the most comfortable car I've ever driven, fantastic seats and ride, quiet, smooth gearbox, beautiful interior. One of the best cars Rover, if not Britain, ever made.
I want to keep mine until it blows up so probably forever, I love the thing it's great I just miss the gadgets sometimes of newer cars but the ride and just the special thing this car has is so worth it.
I have the same Rover 75 as yours , same color with 170 000 km . Great car ! I am in France and little problems for servicing . I agree with you that it's the best car you can get for a very price. If it was not my wife, I would buy an other one with a different color ! they are so cheap
hello to you i also have a 2004 cdt its right what you say i have owned mine for 10 months and love it
I've got a 2000W very late Cowley car. Finally someone that gives an decent review that isn't tainted by reputation.
A 12 year old me was at the Birmingham Motor Show in 1998 when they launched the 75 - I also went to the local dealer launch (I went to all the launches at that age). Things looked so hopeful at that stage.
They are not unreliable keep it serviced they are excellent cars I own 03 connoisseur British racing green as new 50000 on the clock electric rear blind elec seats climate control heated leather seats loads more than you can shake a stick at including its build history can't help looking at it on the drive they are a beautiful looking car voted best looking car when it came out like your style of review no faffing right to the point nice work 👍
Beautiful car. I have a zt180 in storage. Well presented video and good to see a younger driver respecting and appreciating these fine cars.
Great video fella 👍 I am after a 75 soon as a usable modern classic car, such a lot of car for the money and England's last Rover...I gotta have one. Please don't take offence, but I wouldn't have placed you in a Rover 75 in a million years. You don't exactly look the Rover 75 type, but I am glad you did😁 Thanks again👍
I've got a running Rover 220 SD myself from 1997. When maintained properly, Rovers are never unreliable, not even after 22yrs like the one me driving. I'm planning to buy a Rover 75 next.
Nice video! Kind Regards from Hungary!
Your 220 is as old as me, probably runs better too 😉
Love the 75. Got my CDTI auto in Copperleaf in March. Having owned Rovers for 30 years, this 2003 model is amazing.
Full service history, all receipts, in wonderful condition ( having been bought new by the previous owner ), and just 83k on the clock.
It looks superb, it drives superb, just had its MOT...pass, no advisories. Unmarked interior.
All this for £500...I kid you not...£500.
I drool over these superb cars. My lucky day !!!
I wish I had more years to own them but sadly they were long gone before I passed my test. They'll only go up from here I think so the great deals we've all got won't be around much longer, I'll maybe get a early 800 fastback to add to my Rover fleet
Follow your own path fella. I had one for 5 years 2.0 Connie Diesel and would have kept it if it was a auto as I needed knee surgery. A brilliant, reliable car with proper character.
Shhh! don't everyone how good our cars are ! I have two, a tourer manual (estate) which I've owned for 16 years and the diesel engine ,which is on 190,000 miles has only ever needed a thermostat. My other that I bought 2 years ago is a connoisseur diesel auto saloon and is brilliant. My first ever 75 was a 2 litre V6 auto and I part ex'd it for my tourer due to a fuel consumption of only averaging 239 mile to a tank on local driving. The diesel can easily obtain over 400 without hanging back. I also notice that if people take the mickey ie calling it an old man's car etc, if you give them a lift they go very quiet lol !
People keep asking me if it's a 64 plate jaguar lmao or they know what it is and they're somehow surprised by how good it is. I need to get mine as high as yours I'm only on 130k at the moment and I at least want a quarter of a million.
I agree with you completely. I have a 2004 facelift two litre diesel. It's done 220,000 miles now and drives beautifully. I paid £750 with a new set of tyres and a years Mot. What a steel. Best value car anywhere!
18k more and you're on the moon
The Diesels are BMW engines...a petrol engine River will need at least 2 Head Gasket job to reach 150k miles
Great review of a fantastic car. I've had the Diesel and a KV6 monster. They are superbly reliable but like any car have their quirks. Cooling system on the V6 and watch out for ECU flooding across the range, though keep the plenum drains free of debris and no problem. Lovely to drive and a really nice place to sit. Water ingress in the boot is usually rear light seals, handbrake linkage can stretch but aftermarket links available. Great Owners club for as much help as you need and information as to where to buy bits. What's not to love about the Rover 75? Oh and yes, the Longbridge Mk1 is the one to get.
Lovely cars, I never much liked driving until I bought mine. Then I started to look forward to going on road trips. I also have an early Longbridge 2001 51' registration, this was a sweet spot in production standards before cost cutting kicked in. Mine is the V6 2.5 auto, whilst I wanted the diesel originally I've grown used to the smooth engine now. The Serpent wheels are the best, but I kept my Crowns for ride comfort. You didn't mention the sunroof? That was on my equipment list when buying mine. Nice gold colour, contrasts & sets the chrome off. Good video.
Something I forgot about but oddly I use it so often, I've always liked long trips although this car has helped me appreciate a good long distance cruiser, when I used to drive my Punto T Jet long distances it'd feel like forever but with this thing 4 hours is more like an hour and a half! have you ever had the "whooping" aircon noise with yours?
You did well kept your crowns cars that came from the factory with bigger wheels had different suspension settings so It is advised to stick whith whatever size your car came with originally also be aware of the sunroof sunroof drains can leak without you noticing till there is a couple of inches of water under the carpet
Haha this is crazy. I had one of these when I was 19, as my second car (coming from a Citroen C3), CDT diesel too, but a manual, in light blue and a Connoisseur not Connie SE, much to my dismay. I love this car, and had planned on getting another one when my time was cut short due to some dodgy repairs done by the dealer (car was on 200,000 miles and was one of the smoothest cars I've ever had). I've got a Volvo S80 D5 now (now 20 years old), which though lacking the outright lust of the Rover, I believe is made better, it's slightly larger and more spacious, and the engine is insane (sounds amazing, and has so much torque - the reason I bought it - with it's five cylinders, and still does 47+ mpg combined). I would have to say that on balance, the S80 is the better car for under £1000 and no excuses need be made for a Volvo in the same way as Rover, to the uninitiated, but NOTHING can beat a Rover 75 for utter value for money for style, elegance, and beauty. The fact that E46 and E39 BMWs, which the parent company of MGROVER was producing at the time of the 75's release, and which all the pundits and public thought were better at the time, are now expensive rust buckets, literally rusting away before our eyes, and in the hundreds if not thousands of pictures of 15-20 year old 75s I've looked at, I cannot remember once seeing a rusted arch, or worn seat bolster (big Volvo problem), just shows how deluded the "professionals" were in their willing on the 75 and MGRover to fail. What a shame
Absolute agree with you. I bought a fully loaded 2003 2.5 Connoisseur SE in copper leaf red with full leather, xenon, sat nav, cruise control, etc, etc, and the serpent wheels. I paid £560 for it!
The best £500 I’ve ever spent!
Great video, I have just purchased a 2003 Rover 75 club we 1.8T. Wow...what a fine it was...only 41800 genuine miles. Just needed new battery as far only covered 250 miles in 22 months (unreal I know!) It was such a comfortable ride back home, very quiet and responsive.
All this much of a car with new mot for 510 quid on ebay.👍
These things are crazy value for money, great mileage too enjoy it ❤️
Watch out for the Head Gasket, Ian ! Much advice available on enthusiasts sites regarding the K series engine !
Everything you are saying is exactly the reason I bought one. Best car I ever had. Love it!!!
I bought my 75 cdt se conny automatic in Wedgwood blue. Very happy with it. Needs a bit of tlc but that's no problem. Has all the bells and whistles and it's lovely and smooth to drive especially on the motorway.
Sound system is great too.
No need to convince me. I own three of them. And two mgzt's. One of the 75's .is an early low millage cowley built car. I love them. Underated by far.
Great video. I have just nabbed myself one of these. I pick it up tomorrow. I needed a cheap diesel and got recommended the 75. All I hear is good things so fingers crossed.
Hi ! Any update ? cheers
My experience so far has been all good. Sits on the motorway and just purrs along. I have joined the owners club where there is a wealth of knowledge on offer. I couldn't recommend it enough. If you are thinking of getting one check the club out. There are people who if live close may come and view one with to give you a heads up with what to look for.
crashwhu Thank you for your feedback 👍
your car is beautiful,there a fabulous car i have 7 of them all engine types.
Wouldn't mind seeing those all one day in one place sounds great
I've got an X plate Old English White 75 had it 15 years it's nearly 20 years old now and people are always remarking about how nice it looks I've even been asked if I want to sell her but she's not going anywhere. Nice to see a youngster loving these cars a future classic. Rob
Always loved them since I was about 11, my favourite saloon car ever. The OEW 75s are so rare, you've got a real nice early one any photos anywhere?
@@tomdrives I've not got any photos anywhere sorry. I've put the full electric black leather seats in also it's got the electric rear blind (the James bond feature) and I had specially done 18inch oz racing wheels done in titanium silver. when they stopped making them I bought a 53 plate connoisseur with engine problems that is now my spare part car. Keep safe buddy Rob
I agree with almost everything you've said.I wish I can find an example as this one under 1000 euros in my country which is impossible...
This vehicle is quite not bad at all...
Couldn't agree more with you. What a fantastic car. I had same model same year. Most reliable car I have ever owned.
Excellent video and well done you really resold me on why i love my 75 its one of the best looking and running beasts for the money an when chipped a bloody good giggle
I'm glad cheers, it's my exec hands down. I've never driven a chipped one, I almost ended up with an xpower 135 chip a few months back.
Sadly my Cdti had a major failure in the engine I have found only one other car an MGZT that went the same way went straight out for number 2 still a fantastic car
Great vid! I feel the same buzz you get when being inside them I have had 4 of them now. Mixed badges between the ZT’s and the 75’s. I have had all Engine’s other than the V8. Next car... like you going across Europe in them. No problems. The Diesel version i had went to Poland and back again twice in one year. They do have faults in general but cost very little to put right and dont put me off. The car has Timeless looks and will look retro modern in 20 years from now. Keep the vids going its good to see someone in their 20’s paying tribute to the last car Rover and MG actually produced.
For that price you could have got a rusty old Polo. What were you thinking lol. Excellent critical thinking. Well done.
Exactly ;) insurance is a bit steep though but it's worth it
I have had two 75's, the first was a 2000 2.0 L diesel. A 'Clasic' model in British Racing Green. I sold it to a friend who still has it with over 200,000 miles on the clock and he still loves it. My second was 2013 V6 automatic top of the range. It had everything including a CD changer in the boot, sun roof etc etc. I sold it to a local guy who kept on asking me to sell it to him, eventually I let him buy it.
Nice video mate!
I'm thinking of buying myself a Rover 75, but I'm more inclined to the V6 engine - either 2.0 or 2.5. The sound of it is purely gorgeous and the amount of power it gives should make me, a motorcyclist, smile with pride :)
If I decide to buy one and find one in a good condition I'll let you know. Here in Poland Rovers 75 are still quite rare, but at the same time cheap, like in the UK.
I haven't found many videos of the 75 in Poland, the 2.5 is apparently the one to get, just remember the belts but you probably know that already :)
Great review, most of those loose bits of trim are because someone has messed about with it. They are solid well built cars.
Great video
I have the exact same car and colour as yours. Just the 2.5V6.
Great, stylish, timeless and elegant style. Been a great reliable car.
James Tesseyman
Thank you for your videos on the Rover 75 Tom. Its nice to hear someone who appreciates this under rated car. I've had 2 but both 1.8 engine.
I am intending to treat myself to a 2,0 Diesel for my next Birthday but pre facelift.
I thought they were the nicest cars i've had, yes they are retro styled but definately a lovely car and a lot for your money. Keep up the good work Tom :)
A steal at that price. Well presented too
Excellent video and a nice slant on 75 ownership. I have just bought my 3rd one today, diesel auto Contemporary SE. It has the 160bhp Xpower remap and it certainly pulls much stronger than my last 2 diesels. No rear sunblind though which is the best 75 feature in my opinion. Enjoy!
It’s the same reason why I have just picked up a ZT, always liked the 75 as I was a huge fan/owner of numerous 800’s.
Great video!I I'm 24 and have a platinum gold 2.5 V6 R75, ridiculously reliable cars and ridiculously comfortable. I've upgraded my with the V8 style Roewe bumper and quad exhausts on a 2005 model Contemporary SE with the all black and black ash dash. Its so damn nice. 22 mpg is a bit mad though but with near 200bhp I'm loving it!! Such a bargain for a crazy amount of refinement 😁👍🏼
Sounds great, so you have an instagram or anything like that? That's my dream late model config well besides the V8. Any videos on how she sounds?
@@tomdrives will have to upload some pics on insta and a vid on how she sounds. What's your insta I'll dm you some pics 😁👍🏼
It's daddmin, it's linked in the description too
Nice to see a young man appreciating quality
I had a R75 Tourer for a several years of excellent, reliable super comfortable driving, while colleagues chose BMWs, Audis & VWs, all of which were often in the garage for expensive repairs. I won!
200 nanometers of torque? So the power of an ant on a bike? :p
Nm is newton metres
I have a Rover 45 and had it as a second car, absolutely loved it to bits with leather interior, heated seats, and like you, i've just bought a 1999 MGF with 55k on the clock :D
I want a 45 for work but sadly no space :( also sorry not sure where I got that measurement from 😂 the MGF is great just watch out for the window seals a lot of the ones I've seen have a tendancy to pop up and not sit properly. If you want your dash looking extra great use some Turtle Wax black trim restorer that's what I used on my MGF and I now use on all my cars :)
@@tomdrives after a few hours of fiddling with the many adjustment bolts in the door i think i have the window sealing 99%, it's a tricky bugger!
Tom. What a humdinger of a review top notch. Thanks very much for sharing. I'm in the middle of buying one my mate has had her from new. 1.8 2002 50.000 Original miles. Really looking forward to picking her up...... Stay safe in these uncertain times.
Thank you, I’ve got a 1 year review coming out this Monday coming. Sounds like a great low mileage one, you’ll love it! I’m still waiting on picking up my 827 Vitesse so I know the feeling it’s worth the wait though. You too stay safe and keep well :)
They are amazing cars I wanted one since I was kid, my first one was like this one an early longbridge car X reg but a 2.5v6 unfortunately due to an Audi SUV it ended up on the centre reservation at 60mph so I got my second one a fully loaded connoisseur se v6 53 plate which is demon possed and loves to break down in the most peculiar ways I still love it tho 😂
Hello,
I had a 2.0 Connoisseur, probably the best car I have ever had. I only got rid of it, because I became a taxi driver and needed a bigger boot.
No negatives from me. The gorgeous soft seats alone are worth buying it. Why does modern seating have to be so hard?
Keep up the good work.
Kevin.
All the items listed at 3:18 are plug and play apart from the cruise control but even that will work to a point, full operation can be obtained however. Don't be put off buying a MK11 because it does not have these items, you can add them. A tip before you damage the front end, don't drive so close to the car in front. Great video about a Rover 75 from one so young. People slag off the 75 just because it is a Rover and not part of the in crowd. You are not the only Rover 75 owner that looks back at their car. These are also known for being comfortable, I did 650 miles in a "day" a few years ago and was full of beans when I got out of the car.
Shh,don't tell everyone.I've had 3 of these,all easily done 200,000 milesBest value for money for 2nd hand car in the world!
I had a Cowley Dorchester Red 2.5 V6 Connie, cream leather interior. It was absolutely stunning, great cars.
what a smashing review. I love the Rover 75. I have owned one for a couple of years I unfortunately had to get rid of it and have regretted the day I made that awful decision ever since.
Thanks Lee, if you liked this video there’s a more improved review on my channel in the Gold 75’s playlist complete with drone shots etc. Sorry to hear you had to get rid of yours. :(
Lovely car, and high spec. I would advise a 160hp upgrade from 130 via a T4 system, it totally transforms the diesel. I have the same spec in a 2003 tourer and love it to pieces. Enjoy the luxury!!
Nice one I don't feel so old thanks son keep it up
just swapped my zt cdti for a 6 magnette, drives exactly the same! i love it
I have a 2001 tourer diesel,,, I just love the seats ,,,
I have the white gold tourer diesel auto but mine is the club se spec and I wish I had the Coni SE spec like yours. I love the car and it’s done almost 200k now .
Hello buddy just found your channel last week love the videos keep them coming fella
My family is driving a Rover since 17 years now and we never had heavy problems
Excellent cars, diesel is the most reliable, the 1.8 has issues with the casket leak, k series, but once repaired with the newer stronger casket, they are Uber reliable. The fact that retro is now cool and funky, means that it has a new image, and has character, unlike the boring, lookalike modern cars
I have a Renault Vel Satis, that also costed me £500, it's probably a car you would love, you should look into them. Oh, I also live in Yorkshire, you think the exact same way as me!!
So many young people keeping the 75 cool !
My Vectra C 2.2 petrol Elite 2003, just went over 102k with black leather , airc on, heated seats, auto, dimming rv mirror not one thing wrong, last 4yr no advisories, at 70mph it gets 50mpg. Most comfortable car I have had, owned it for 9yrs.
Hi, great great english cars. I bought last september a V6 2004 Rover 75, for just 2000€ in Holland. Your video is pleasant, interesting and entertaining, thanks. Can you send the references of the SONY radio because I would like to by the same. Kind regards, Loïc (France).
What a great review
Had a 75 1.8 Petrol as a courtesy car in 2004. It was underpowered but very comfortable. Drove it for a couple of months and I have to say, I liked it (I had previously had Rover 416 and 414 and had enjoyed those cars too).
The only complaint was lack of power with 1.8 (I'd go for a V6) and it was a little noisy on the motorway.
I love these cars. Beautiful ride.exquisite styling
Great looking car and full of tech and good times. I own a 2004 Jaguar S Type, 3L petrol and see the similarities. I have owned it for seven years and only gave it an alernator and 225/18 tyres now and then. I would argue that rear wheel drive, 269 (mapped WHP) two tone leather, satnav, black on black exterior and electric/heated everything would make it a better than the 75, but yours is really nice and it's great that you enjoy it. The 75 is the best £500 car you can buy.
Hi, I’ve just bought a 2003 1.8T w/ 44k (I got lucky) I was wondering if I heard it right that you paid £30 for your xenons? I really want to buy them as my first mod but all I’ve seen are worth around £120-150. Did the price just go up or am I not looking hard enough? Where did you buy yours? I love your videos bro, I’ve watched all of them- waiting for more 75 vids!
I love your enthusiasm, brilliant.
Hi Tom,
Nice to have you here..
I have same model 2.0L Diesel..
how much is your insurance?
If is possible to know please..
Thank you
I 've got MG ZT 1.8 turbo lift 2005 in blue paint . Nice fast car .
My favourite colour for the ZT
Thanks for sharing your experience.
I had a Vetra it was nothing but bother, then I bought a rover ,Now Ive had three they are awesome under rated cars. I had the 1.8 that was a lot of bother with the engine, but after that ive had the 2L BMW engine and never had any bother at all with the engine in over 100,000 miles. good revieview.
Great car and fantastic engine; that was one of the nicest engines BMW/Steyr ever produced
Copydex glue for the door card material works a treat - better than any spray glues I’ve tried.
I’ll give that a go, thanks. I’ll hopefully be refurbishing a lot of the interior this summer
I love the design of this car. Maybe dated when it was released but now it just looks cool, though if I could choose I'd go for the MG variant of this....
The Serpent alloys really go well with the colour!
My grandad had one he loved it but my dad loved the mgzt that’s why I drive the mgzt 190 now and it’s fun the dial on that looks like it belongs on a boat
My fear about a Rover 75 is getting hold of parts and finding a garage that would look after the car and me.
Hey Tom, i bought a Rover 75 1.8 in Red from 2003 and the headlights are blind. Where did you buy your headlights? they look really nice
Hi Leon, I got mine from a random guy who was breaking a ZT. You should be able to find a pair on Facebook marketplace or eBay. Just look for someone breaking a car or just buy them both from eBay.
I guess we are some of the few young people with taste Tom 😜😂😎
great spec. had one in pewter grey. loved it, lots of compliments and the ride was sublime. lazy comfy cars love began from this car on. i hate sporty rides and this car is responsible for it.
I loved my 53 plate 1.8 club but the head gasket went. Only a 3 year old car too at the time
Great video Tom! Do you mind if I use that footage of you starting the engine with all the dials as my intro? It’s fine if not but it’s just because I am still waiting on my 75, lol
Yeah of course! Just drop a credit in the description if you can :)
@@tomdrives Will do :) Many thanks
Mint cars I have 2002 auto Estate diesal u have had 4 of them great cars never part with mine and its only got 90k on clock with full servises history am only 20 and use it as my daily cars unbelievable 👍
I'll be keeping this one until I can't drive it anymore 100% best car I've ever had.
@@tomdrives same mate ad never part with mine now hasn't got scratch or dent on it it's like brand new from the showroom
I have a Facelift S Type! LOL, had a red Rover 75 Estate Connie as well. S Type is remapped from 208 to 260BHP... to 518NM of torque. :)
ime 64 i want one now !
I had a Mk1 in same colour on a 51 plate. Then had a Mk2 which I didn't like as much.
The diesel engine is a BMW engine. I purposely went driving in a nightbtime just to look at those gorgeous dials lit up
Hey guys i wanna buy a petrol rover 75 automatic as first car, is it reliable and what should i look out for? How many miles is to much? And some other things i like to know like were to get new headlights and build in navigation system for this car and stuff like that
The facelift version looks like it was done by a 12 year old. These pre 2004 cars get better looking by the month as new cars get uglier. They are best on 16 inch wheels and the CDTI is the best all round performer.
It was designed on a shoestring budget but I still like it just not as much as the pre facelift.
I bought one for £1500 back in 2011, only issue was the clutch went which is a common issue, thankfully the dealer replaced under warranty. Then I hit harder times and did taxi work tontop up my income and thankfully I was able to use my rover just before the road laws changed so for "cheapo" it served me well, customers always commented on how comfortable it was (some customers mis took it for a jag 😂)
It's an old mans car!! which are my favourite. Comfort is king, I've just bought a well looked after x-type for this very reason
I'm buying one this weekend. great video 👍😁.
Are you going to do more videos on this car?
Of course, she's my number 1 favourite child so I certainly will ;)
Awesome cars - I have a 2001 Connoisseur sedan here in Sydney, Australia. I've only seen 2 others in the last 2 years on the road. So they're not common here.
I recognize that road. You were heading into sheffield on the Rivelin Valley Road, up Hagg hill and on to Bole hill road. I think I've seen your car driving around Sheffield. Look out for me sometime a light green 75 Cdti.
Aye it is! I must have seen you before I'm always around Sheffield and the Peak District.
I learned to drive in my mum's blue 4.6 - always wanted a 2.0 in Jewish racing gold!
She is stunning got yourself an absolute bargain
Great cars! I now have 3!
Get a Rover Ron box and see the other mods you can do. 150hp doable.
Hello Young British Man. Yer Man!. You seem to be one of a many Brit aficionados . Yes I have had to SUBSCRIBE and like.Regards Al . Cool.
i think people are put off rover isnt around and they cant get parts, (but parts are around) they are great value, nicer cabin than many eurobox's, and more reliable than you think......service history and looked after examples are the ones to buy. avoid the abused ones....and you wont go far wrong, if it lasts 2-3yrs for £500, whats not to like....
Exactly, I think the build quality especially inside is better then my old 2014 mercedes. One of my partners aunties had a ZT nearly new and when MGR collapsed they lost a lot of money on the car it ended up being worth about 4 grand sucks then but now they're finally appreciating.
E39 5 series would be up there, if you can find a maintained one. I have one with the m54. It's so smooth that after you start the car you almost think it has stalled out. But nay, it's a damn smooth straight 6.
Never driven a 6 cylinder wouldn’t mind it, hopefully I’ll get to drive one soon :) still on 5 cylinders I’m afraid
140,000 miles and apart from tyres brakes and routine service no faults until the last six months when suspension went. I had my money’s worth.