53 plate V6

Mick Brownhill · 26th May 2022, 19:16

Hi guys
I am viewing a 2003 (53) 2.5 V6 Connoisseur on Monday. 59k on clock. I know it will need the cam belt replacing but what else do you recommend I look at.
Thanks for your help

richw · 26th May 2022, 20:38

Is the car dry? Any leaks? Sunroof? Wet carpet?

IPK screen OK?

Handbrake OK?

Look underneath at condition of sills and suspension components. And subframe.

Does the air con work?

Can you take a laptop/phone and plug in TOAF?

Do the VIS motors work?

SD1too · 27th May 2022, 08:00

Hello Mick,

After starting the engine from cold, during the first minute or two listen for any abnormal rattles from the front of the engine (drive belt area) which could point to idler wheels and tensioners.

At the same time, press the windscreen demist button then walk to the radiator grille and listen for the fan running continuously.

If you're allowed to undo two 8mm screws fixing the engine soundproofing cover, do so and inspect the 'V' for coolant leaks and/or pink antifreeze residue. This can be seen with a powerful torch without removing the cover if necessary but the view is restricted.

Simon

stocktake · 27th May 2022, 08:35

Don't forget the clutch, correct biting point and not heavy, both could indicate a problem.
To get a good indication of if the owner knows the car, check the coolant level when cold. Should be on the max mark which is at the bottom of the exp vessel, any higher could be an ill informed owner or masking a water usage issue

Mick Brownhill · 27th May 2022, 16:53

Guys
Forgot to mention it is automatic.
Thanks for the info it is appreciated and helpful.

CLINTE · 27th May 2022, 21:38

Replacement of ATF should be 5 yrs or 60 k miles.

Mick Brownhill · 29th May 2022, 14:00

I have done it. Travelled 250 mile round trip and got me a 2001 75 Connoisseur 2.0L V6. Wedgewood blue. Stunning. It is a pre project drive model. Just a crack in rear bumper. All I need to do now is arrange collection. Needs tax and insurance and MOT in August. Full service to organise. I am like a child waiting for Christmas. Oh, Nissan Xtrail for sale.
Can I thank everyone for helping me along.

SD1too · 29th May 2022, 15:21

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mick Brownhill

I have done it ... got me a 2001 75 Connoisseur 2.0L V6. Wedgewood blue. Stunning. It is a pre project drive model.

Congratulations Mick, it sounds very nice. Looking forward to reading about your adventures!

Simon

26th May 2022, 19:16	#1
Mick Brownhill Regional Secretary, Yorkshire & North Lincolnshire 75 Saloon Join Date: May 2022 Location: Sheffield Posts: 342 Thanks: 119 Thanked 52 Times in 28 Posts	53 plate V6 Hi guys I am viewing a 2003 (53) 2.5 V6 Connoisseur on Monday. 59k on clock. I know it will need the cam belt replacing but what else do you recommend I look at. Thanks for your help

27th May 2022, 08:00	#3
SD1too Doesn't do things by halves Rover 75 2.5 Connoisseur Auto (1999) Dealer launch model. Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Former Middlesex Posts: 20,338 Thanks: 1,587 Thanked 3,749 Times in 3,181 Posts	Hello Mick, After starting the engine from cold, during the first minute or two listen for any abnormal rattles from the front of the engine (drive belt area) which could point to idler wheels and tensioners. At the same time, press the windscreen demist button then walk to the radiator grille and listen for the fan running continuously. If you're allowed to undo two 8mm screws fixing the engine soundproofing cover, do so and inspect the 'V' for coolant leaks and/or pink antifreeze residue. This can be seen with a powerful torch without removing the cover if necessary but the view is restricted. Simon __________________ "Whatever is rightly done, however humble, is noble." Sir Henry Royce.

27th May 2022, 08:35	#4
stocktake Vis Whiz Rover 75 2.5 auto Saloon Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: LEEDS Posts: 20,586 Thanks: 2,057 Thanked 3,056 Times in 1,621 Posts	Don't forget the clutch, correct biting point and not heavy, both could indicate a problem. To get a good indication of if the owner knows the car, check the coolant level when cold. Should be on the max mark which is at the bottom of the exp vessel, any higher could be an ill informed owner or masking a water usage issue __________________ Dave... Lost a few stones and a Gall Bladder and part of a bile duct and all of my dignity in the suppository incident Last edited by stocktake; 27th May 2022 at 08:38..

27th May 2022, 16:53	#5
Mick Brownhill Regional Secretary, Yorkshire & North Lincolnshire 75 Saloon Join Date: May 2022 Location: Sheffield Posts: 342 Thanks: 119 Thanked 52 Times in 28 Posts	53 plate V6 Guys Forgot to mention it is automatic. Thanks for the info it is appreciated and helpful.

29th May 2022, 14:00	#7
Mick Brownhill Regional Secretary, Yorkshire & North Lincolnshire 75 Saloon Join Date: May 2022 Location: Sheffield Posts: 342 Thanks: 119 Thanked 52 Times in 28 Posts	53 plate V6 I have done it. Travelled 250 mile round trip and got me a 2001 75 Connoisseur 2.0L V6. Wedgewood blue. Stunning. It is a pre project drive model. Just a crack in rear bumper. All I need to do now is arrange collection. Needs tax and insurance and MOT in August. Full service to organise. I am like a child waiting for Christmas. Oh, Nissan Xtrail for sale. Can I thank everyone for helping me along.

26th May 2022, 20:38	#2
richw Avid contributor Rover 75 Saloon Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Stockton-on-Tees Posts: 243 Thanks: 6 Thanked 64 Times in 49 Posts	Is the car dry? Any leaks? Sunroof? Wet carpet? IPK screen OK? Handbrake OK? Look underneath at condition of sills and suspension components. And subframe. Does the air con work? Can you take a laptop/phone and plug in TOAF? Do the VIS motors work?

27th May 2022, 21:38	#6
CLINTE Loves to post Rover & MG less Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: ELLESMERE PORT Posts: 320 Thanks: 44 Thanked 97 Times in 90 Posts	Replacement of ATF should be 5 yrs or 60 k miles.

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