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13th January 2020, 12:09 | #1 |
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New to the forum - a few questions
Hi all, I've been lurking these forums the past few weeks whilst deciding whether to purchase a Rover 75. What I've been reading has definitely helped and convinced me to put a deposit down ready for pickup in a few weeks. The car:
- 2004 Rover 75 Saloon CDTI connoisseur 2.0L - 62,000 miles on clock - Diesel automatic - colour Blue - Price = £1,495 I'll happily admit that I know very little about cars having not driven for around a decade but there were some minor issues I picked up on and wanted to get the thoughts of this very knowledgeable forum. - The boot won't open (no key access) however I've agreed with the dealership this should be fixed before I pick the car up. - there is a sunroof which has a build up of water on the inside. This doesn't seem to be dripping but rather stuck onto the window. - the parking sensors don't currently work. I've asked that they look into how much that would cost to sort out. - some parts of the fabric have a small amount of mould/mildew Generally the car is in good condition. There are a few knocks on the boot side and a few scratches but all in all nothing I feel I can complaint about for that price (apart from the boot obviously). Is there anything there I need to be seriously concerned about? any of your thoughts would be greatly appreciated! |
13th January 2020, 12:27 | #2 |
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https://the75andztclub.co.uk/forum/s...d.php?t=125864 and this ... https://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/for...ad.php?t=62376 Check the sunroof drains are not blocked and/or detached where they join in the footwells which could be the cause of the damp and mould. Check the carpets for dampness, they can hold an awful lot of water that can take a long time to dry out even if removed to air. The rear lights are also known to leak into the boot so once the dealership gets the boot open check the spare wheel well for water as this can flood into the car as well. Parking sensors aren't generally a big deal and if you do purchase i would suggest the 160 map as it will transform the way the car drives. Sure there will be more knowledgable people along soon with other things to look at.
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13th January 2020, 12:35 | #3 |
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rear suspension, upper arms are known to rust.
The ECU sits in a plenum, just like a well. make sure drain holes are not blocked. If there is no key access for the boot then it is opened by a second and long press of the fob, same button as unlocking the doors. welcome to the forum, hope you enjoy the car macafee2 |
13th January 2020, 12:40 | #4 |
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13th January 2020, 12:41 | #5 |
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If the Farsley is in Leeds, suggest when you take delivery, to pop along to BigRuss in Liversedge Top man for our cars
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Everybody will have a different opinion on this. I have a lot of experience buying and selling to and from the motor trade. If the mileage is accurate and the advisories on the last MOT are not too numerous and expensive then, in my view, you did not overpay for the car. If I were you, I would complain, IN WRITING, to the dealer and inform him that you are getting the car inspected by a local expert. I would then take the car to Big Russ and get him to give it the once over. Depending on the result I would then insist that the dealer pays for the repairs at Big Russ (which will be better and as good value than anything the dealer can sort) or get your money back. Good luck Geoff |
13th January 2020, 12:43 | #9 |
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Welcome to the forum, I don't want to get off on the wrong foot but are you sure this is the75 for you?
When I bought my 75 5 years ago from a dealer, I paid a lot less that what you are going to outlay for a 20 ltr Con SE 1 owner with 70000mls and full service history and immaculate with none of the issues you are going to take on. These are a great motor and you will enjoy driving it. I am just about to take mine to the south of France again for the 4th time. If you want a 75 I would maybe just look a little bit more before parting with that much. I am sure other members will come on this but this is just my opinion. Why buy with issues and mould?? Hope this helps. |
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