What car to replace the 75 - Page 3

Rick-sta · 4th February 2021, 11:42

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Originally Posted by coolguy

Whilst a lovely car to drive, the XF seems to have more reliability issues than its fair share (Source Auto Express), so I am hanging on to my X308s (along with the 75s/ZTs of course!

Yeah unfortunately that is the case. But pretty much is the problem with any newer car these days. I do like the X308's, when I was a kid there was loads round here, now you rarely see them.

livinginthepast · 4th February 2021, 11:56

The common saying among aviation buffs and pilots is that “the only replacement for a DC-3 is another DC-3”.

Maybe the same for Rover 75s

RPWC · 4th February 2021, 12:44

I bought an Insignia cdt auto just over 3 years ago and I love it. It hasn’t got the character of the 75 by any manner of speaking and the interior is like a spaceship but it does what I want. It has a huge boot, is a great tow car, powerful but still returns almost 60mpg on a good run without the caravan .
Now and then I have to put it in manual mode and take it for a good blast up the motorway to clean out the dpf, but usually only takes about 20 mins if I leave up shifting til the 3k revs mark. I got rid of the 75 as I couldn’t be festered with getting the spanner’s out every other weekend and lying underneath it in rain and cold weather as I have no garage. I think if you want to keep a 75 for as long as possible, then Colin’s trick of owning a few at once is key,so you can have one that has been fully restored and sorted available at all times.

sean75 · 4th February 2021, 14:06

I still have my 75 so not strictly speaking replaced, decided some time ago to retire the Rover for special duties so the family car role was given over to a Citroen C4 Picasso (2007 - 2013 MY) then a 2014 B78 model both great family cars and reasonably comfortable and in terms of the last one cheap to run (£20 road tax 66-70 mpg) , but no 75 rival.
Replaced the latest Citroen in July with a new Volvo XC40 which is nearly although not quite as comfortable as the 75 ,which is 20 years older.

All cars have faults and the best way to find out about them in general is the owners forums, some are pro -active like this one and will help in addressing faults and problems and others simply to give disgruntled owners an outlet.
Not all modern cars are totally soulless but I similarly have never found anything as complete in terms of style and charisma as the 75, plus it has a great backstory which adds to the mystique of ownership.

If it was my daily driver and giving big headaches would I keep it? Possibly not but if repairs are easy and there are people available with the skills and knowledge to carry them out then I would always consider this before letting it go. Have to appreciate that not everyones circumstances are the same particularly during these current times.

roverbarmy · 4th February 2021, 16:32

I get "itchy feet" when laid underneath mine, fixing it but the "itch" is usually banished once I sit in it and drive it afterwards! Very pleased with the wife's Polo 1.2 normally aspirated petrol triple as a runaround (utterly reliable and 50mpg) but it is a slightly harsh ride. We had a lovely Toyota Avensis at work which I was tempted to snaffle when it was due to be sold on but bought my V6 instead!

coab · 4th February 2021, 17:19

All modern cars are over engineered to some degree. I run a fairly successful little business doing engine diagnostics and I will give anyone who is looking to change one tip!
I never or very rarely go to Japanese cars old or new or Korean car’s old or new! They are either still under warranty 4 odd years from new some 7 and the older ones are just so reliable. Ok not the charm of the R75 by a long shot but modern more reliable and economical. If you do decide to buy a car of any manufacture just find a local Indy specialists before you buy and pick their brains on what to go for and what to avoid after all they will be servicing and repairing it etc.😉

coolguy · 4th February 2021, 17:30

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Originally Posted by Rick-sta

Yeah unfortunately that is the case. But pretty much is the problem with any newer car these days. I do like the X308's, when I was a kid there was loads round here, now you rarely see them.

Yes, I think many have been allowed to rust away. I have a basic 4 litre V8 of 2000 vintage, and a 1999 Daimler Super V8. Both had engine replacements by Jaguar (cost thousands) before I bought them.

Richard1973 · 4th February 2021, 20:32

I am thinking about a petrol Jaguar XE but the cheapest at the moment is still around £11k.
Planning on keeping the 75 for a couple of years yet though.

LeRich · 4th February 2021, 20:47

I've toyed with replacing the 75 on numerous occasions, and top of the list is the Lexus IS250 when the time comes. It doesn't have the character of the 75, but scores with comfort, refinement and superb build quality.

marinabrian · 4th February 2021, 20:56

I wanted something unreliable and diesel, and fitted with a DPF.

So I bought a R55

Awesome fun, it's a go kart.........and I plan on fitting an engine from an E82 coupe and reprogramming the DDE to suit.

I was bored and I felt sorry for the car when I viewed it, but to be fair it's a damned sight more fun to drive than a ZT, and it keeps the brain cells ticking working with the newer diagnostics.

Apart from that it's quite cute, and PPD embossed headrests fit too

Being a Cowley model, it has black sills

Brian

4th February 2021, 12:44	#23
RPWC This is my second home 75 model car Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Newcastle upon Tyne Posts: 20,177 Thanks: 4,008 Thanked 5,083 Times in 3,114 Posts	I bought an Insignia cdt auto just over 3 years ago and I love it. It hasn’t got the character of the 75 by any manner of speaking and the interior is like a spaceship but it does what I want. It has a huge boot, is a great tow car, powerful but still returns almost 60mpg on a good run without the caravan . Now and then I have to put it in manual mode and take it for a good blast up the motorway to clean out the dpf, but usually only takes about 20 mins if I leave up shifting til the 3k revs mark. I got rid of the 75 as I couldn’t be festered with getting the spanner’s out every other weekend and lying underneath it in rain and cold weather as I have no garage. I think if you want to keep a 75 for as long as possible, then Colin’s trick of owning a few at once is key,so you can have one that has been fully restored and sorted available at all times. __________________ Cheers. Rich…

4th February 2021, 16:32	#25
roverbarmy This is my second home Roverless + 1.7D Sportage Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: East Norfolk Posts: 7,050 Thanks: 729 Thanked 2,021 Times in 1,449 Posts	I get "itchy feet" when laid underneath mine, fixing it but the "itch" is usually banished once I sit in it and drive it afterwards! Very pleased with the wife's Polo 1.2 normally aspirated petrol triple as a runaround (utterly reliable and 50mpg) but it is a slightly harsh ride. We had a lovely Toyota Avensis at work which I was tempted to snaffle when it was due to be sold on but bought my V6 instead! __________________ Oil in my veins!

4th February 2021, 20:47	#29
LeRich Posted a thing or two Rover 75 Cont SE 1.8T Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Cheshire Posts: 1,082 Thanks: 215 Thanked 232 Times in 178 Posts	I've toyed with replacing the 75 on numerous occasions, and top of the list is the Lexus IS250 when the time comes. It doesn't have the character of the 75, but scores with comfort, refinement and superb build quality. __________________ Rover 75 1.8T Contemporary SE Auto Starlight Silver MBB

4th February 2021, 11:56	#22
livinginthepast Regular poster rover 75 tourer Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: isle of man Posts: 51 Thanks: 3 Thanked 21 Times in 13 Posts	The common saying among aviation buffs and pilots is that “the only replacement for a DC-3 is another DC-3”. Maybe the same for Rover 75s

4th February 2021, 14:06	#24
sean75 Avid contributor Rover 75 2.0 V6 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sheffield Posts: 103 Thanks: 10 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	I still have my 75 so not strictly speaking replaced, decided some time ago to retire the Rover for special duties so the family car role was given over to a Citroen C4 Picasso (2007 - 2013 MY) then a 2014 B78 model both great family cars and reasonably comfortable and in terms of the last one cheap to run (£20 road tax 66-70 mpg) , but no 75 rival. Replaced the latest Citroen in July with a new Volvo XC40 which is nearly although not quite as comfortable as the 75 ,which is 20 years older. All cars have faults and the best way to find out about them in general is the owners forums, some are pro -active like this one and will help in addressing faults and problems and others simply to give disgruntled owners an outlet. Not all modern cars are totally soulless but I similarly have never found anything as complete in terms of style and charisma as the 75, plus it has a great backstory which adds to the mystique of ownership. If it was my daily driver and giving big headaches would I keep it? Possibly not but if repairs are easy and there are people available with the skills and knowledge to carry them out then I would always consider this before letting it go. Have to appreciate that not everyones circumstances are the same particularly during these current times.

4th February 2021, 17:19	#26
coab This is my second home 2007 57 GOLF GTi EDITION 30 DSG Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Newport Shropshire and Coventry. Posts: 5,138 Thanks: 2,424 Thanked 1,452 Times in 852 Posts	All modern cars are over engineered to some degree. I run a fairly successful little business doing engine diagnostics and I will give anyone who is looking to change one tip! I never or very rarely go to Japanese cars old or new or Korean car’s old or new! They are either still under warranty 4 odd years from new some 7 and the older ones are just so reliable. Ok not the charm of the R75 by a long shot but modern more reliable and economical. If you do decide to buy a car of any manufacture just find a local Indy specialists before you buy and pick their brains on what to go for and what to avoid after all they will be servicing and repairing it etc.😉

4th February 2021, 20:32	#28
Richard1973 Loves to post Rover 75 Saloon CDTi Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Mansfield Posts: 287 Thanks: 18 Thanked 69 Times in 52 Posts	I am thinking about a petrol Jaguar XE but the cheapest at the moment is still around £11k. Planning on keeping the 75 for a couple of years yet though.