Is the 75 really a Grandad car? - Page 3

invoke-delight · 10th March 2016, 10:29

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Originally Posted by frankson

I'm 54 and I enjoy the look on people's faces when I drive my 75 into Waitrose car park, window wound down and ASAP Rocky or Lil Wayne playing upon the wireless set.

Heh... I fulfilled a lifelong dream in my 75 a couple of weeks ago... I've always wanted to drive around in a very refined looking car with the windows down and a really good classical piece blaring through the sound system, and I wanted to do it while I was still young enough for it to be really obviously funny (bear in mind that when I'm working as a supply teacher I often get asked "are you staff or student?" when I'm running for my photocopying).

So a couple of weeks ago, I was driving to Tesco for a prescription, browsing radio stations and just at the right moment, Mars from The Planets Suite by Holst came onto Radio 3. So up went the sound, down went the windows, and lots of middle aged women stared at me in horror, surprise or shock, I'm not quite sure which, I was too busy enjoying the moment. I just wish I'd had some fancy mustard in the glovebox. The best part was pausing at the traffic lights next to a very crowded bus stop. I had to draw on all my self-control to keep a straight face.

planenut · 10th March 2016, 10:33

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Originally Posted by Fubar

So, I still occasionally get mocked for driving a Grandad car.
Fubar

It would not bother me one bit, and I'll wager than any one of those mocking would remark on how good it was if riding in it.

I have grandchildren who have asked if it were a Rolls Royce, and I've said, "NO, it's better than that!"

Rev Jules · 10th March 2016, 10:40

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Originally Posted by MR190

Does the 160 map really make a difference? My old 75 was a 135 xpower tuned lump

Yes it certainly does, especially in the higher gear range so much more torque.

Puts a smile on your face.
Rev

Fifer · 10th March 2016, 11:04

Before I bought the Connie I was looking at the advert with my twelve year old grandson. He said that I should buy the car, and when I asked if he liked it he replied, "Yes, it's an old man's car." The very young can be brutally frank without meaning any offence.

He is very tall for his age and gets to sit in the front when his gran isn't there. He loves the plush interior and often remarks on the plastic cars that his mother and father drive.

Last week he asked how long I was going to continue driving. When I asked why, he replied that if I did give up driving, would I keep the car and he would buy it when he was old enough to get a license. It may be a "granddad" car, but it obviously still has appeal to the very young with a discerning eye.

On the other hand, a chap I speak to who is an ex biker like myself and loves quality cars, asked why I had sold the Daimler and bought "that", pointing at the Connie. I showed him around the car pointing out all the finer points of the car, and all the "toys". He said that he didn't realise they were so well made, and went off with a completely different attitude towards Rovers.

It just goes to show that people can hold quite strong opinions about cars without knowing the first thing about them.

Fifer

peelaaa · 10th March 2016, 11:12

I'm only 30 + 14, owned since I was in my 20's + 17.

Can't beat it.

invoke-delight · 10th March 2016, 12:23

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Originally Posted by Fifer

On the other hand, a chap I speak to who is an ex biker like myself and loves quality cars, asked why I had sold the Daimler and bought "that", pointing at the Connie. I showed him around the car pointing out all the finer points of the car, and all the "toys". He said that he didn't realise they were so well made, and went off with a completely different attitude towards Rovers.

It just goes to show that people can hold quite strong opinions about cars without knowing the first thing about them.

Fifer

Maybe it's a biker thing, being able to see through all the image stuff to the heart of a great vehicle, but clearly if it is, the other guy hasn't developed it yet

my parents always had bikes, and I remember as a kid the only car I was adamant I never wanted to own or drive (or preferably sit in) was those awful Austin / Rover Metros (and all the cars that were shaped like that) with the triangular back end like the old Renault Clio and Pegueot 206s... if that's supposed to be a young person's car, I'd rather be called a grandparent.

My granddad drove an Austin Allegro, now that was a grandad car.

FrazzleTC · 10th March 2016, 12:26

I bought my first 75 Just after my 20th birthday, and have remained a consistent owner until the start of this year. I never minded the image, having bought my first car, a 1967 Rover 2000, at 18. I just bought mine because I liked it. Similarly, my girlfriend had a 75 a couple of years ago too. It's not unusual to be a younger owner really.

Fifer · 10th March 2016, 12:34

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Originally Posted by invoke-delight

Maybe it's a biker thing, being able to see through all the image stuff to the heart of a great vehicle, but clearly if it is, the other guy hasn't developed it yet

my parents always had bikes, and I remember as a kid the only car I was adamant I never wanted to own or drive (or preferably sit in) was those awful Austin / Rover Metros (and all the cars that were shaped like that) with the triangular back end like the old Renault Clio and Pegueot 206s... if that's supposed to be a young person's car, I'd rather be called a grandparent.

My granddad drove an Austin Allegro, now that was a grandad car.

Dorset Bob · 10th March 2016, 12:58

The answer is of course it isn't a Grandad car, but is probably perceived as one, by many.

I have just returned from a trip down from Oxford and the amount of BMW 1 series (Rover 35

) and BMW Minis on the road is unbelievable.
Both had a input from Rover, but I bet many of the people wouldn't have them if they were wearing Rover badges.

People don't buy cars based on how good they are, but rather by what the Jones's have next door, or what they are told to buy on the telly.

The Rovering Member · 10th March 2016, 14:19

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Originally Posted by bilzin

Don't give a monkey's chuff what is said about me n my 75 cos I always remember the old saying....

The only thing worse than being talked about is...NOT being talked about

"I wish l'd said that, Oscar........ "

Everyone l know is aware that l'm a Rover man & have been since my teen's, so no-one is surprised.

10th March 2016, 11:04	#24
Fifer Gets stuck in Rover 75 Connoisseur SE + 1947 Morris 8 Join Date: May 2015 Location: Montrose Posts: 736 Thanks: 286 Thanked 352 Times in 215 Posts	Before I bought the Connie I was looking at the advert with my twelve year old grandson. He said that I should buy the car, and when I asked if he liked it he replied, "Yes, it's an old man's car." The very young can be brutally frank without meaning any offence. He is very tall for his age and gets to sit in the front when his gran isn't there. He loves the plush interior and often remarks on the plastic cars that his mother and father drive. Last week he asked how long I was going to continue driving. When I asked why, he replied that if I did give up driving, would I keep the car and he would buy it when he was old enough to get a license. It may be a "granddad" car, but it obviously still has appeal to the very young with a discerning eye. On the other hand, a chap I speak to who is an ex biker like myself and loves quality cars, asked why I had sold the Daimler and bought "that", pointing at the Connie. I showed him around the car pointing out all the finer points of the car, and all the "toys". He said that he didn't realise they were so well made, and went off with a completely different attitude towards Rovers. It just goes to show that people can hold quite strong opinions about cars without knowing the first thing about them. Fifer __________________ I am a Scot. [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] The friendly race.

10th March 2016, 12:26	#27
FrazzleTC This is my second home Rover 75 Tourer Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Staffordshire Moorlands Posts: 7,924 Thanks: 533 Thanked 1,178 Times in 920 Posts	I bought my first 75 Just after my 20th birthday, and have remained a consistent owner until the start of this year. I never minded the image, having bought my first car, a 1967 Rover 2000, at 18. I just bought mine because I liked it. Similarly, my girlfriend had a 75 a couple of years ago too. It's not unusual to be a younger owner really. __________________ 1967 Rover 2000 Automatic 1969 Rover 3500 Series One 1979 Scimitar GTE 2013 Mercedes SLK250 CDI

10th March 2016, 12:58	#29
Dorset Bob Senior Citizen Rover 75 2.5 Connoisseur SE,Chrysler 300C,124 Spider, Daytona 955i,Honda XL250 & Royal Enfield 650GT Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: The Kingdom of Wessex Posts: 6,976 Thanks: 2,391 Thanked 2,685 Times in 1,686 Posts	Is the 75 really a Grandad car? The answer is of course it isn't a Grandad car, but is probably perceived as one, by many. I have just returned from a trip down from Oxford and the amount of BMW 1 series (Rover 35 ) and BMW Minis on the road is unbelievable. Both had a input from Rover, but I bet many of the people wouldn't have them if they were wearing Rover badges. People don't buy cars based on how good they are, but rather by what the Jones's have next door, or what they are told to buy on the telly. __________________ Let the good times roll............

10th March 2016, 11:12	#25
peelaaa Posted a thing or two 75 cdti 2004 contemporary Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: meath Posts: 1,551 Thanks: 272 Thanked 80 Times in 58 Posts	I'm only 30 + 14, owned since I was in my 20's + 17. Can't beat it.