Over the Rover - I've had enough - Page 3

Zircon · 7th May 2011, 10:44

Hi south bank,

Thanks for keeping us posted. Let's hope X Part can help you out. They may say that you have to approach them via one of their accredited service centres - see www.xpartautoservicecentre.com/RVEa9e9d9e4f46a4323b8443382a341cc2a,,.aspx

Presumably, members here who do servicing work with them will be able to advise you the best way to approach them.

Failing that, I can recommend that you have a chat with Patrick Warner, MD at Sterling Automotive (see www.sterlingautomotive.co.uk/index.htm?) - not in your area I know, but very knowledgable about our cars and unfailingly helpful in my experience.

Fingers crossed for you!

Zircon/Nicholas

chrissyboy · 8th May 2011, 16:10

one here http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Rover-engine1-...item1e6250c02b

plus more in the shop ... dont know how far it is from you maybe a member is close by and would be willing to pick it up ?

south bank · 4th July 2011, 19:49

Sorry it's been a while all, it's been a terrible few months of wild goose chases trying to find an engine.

They can't help me out with the scheme to keep more of our cars going unfortunately, and I did have a chat with those at sterling who were fantastically helpful. They confirmed based on the symptoms the car has that the diagnosis of a liner failure would be correct, meaning I could focus my efforts on finding an engine instead of trawling yet more garages after a consistent diagnosis.

Chrissyboy, thanks. I tried the lads selling those engines and when I asked for some kind of method of proof with regard to the mileage, reg document, chassis number of the car, engine number so I could do a HPI check, anything, they went cold on me.

They tried to take the order and payment immediately over the phone on the first call so I was immediately suspicious about the origin of the engine and why it needed to be sold so quickly. Each time I called they tried to force immediate sale.

As a result I've been looking everywhere for an engine and found little suitable, though I might be on the right track now. Might.

If anyone knows of any I'd be grateful.

Thanks.

Noel · 4th July 2011, 20:23

You may be familiar with this article, www.aronline.co.uk/index.htm?essaykseriesf.htm, if not give it a read. It raises some real interesting points with regard to the KV4.

bse1966 · 4th July 2011, 21:37

hi just seen this on ebay if anygood for you

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ROVER-25-45-75-FREELANDER-1800-ENGINE-55-000-MILES-/190551128221?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM& hash=item2c5dbb789d

ROBBIE G · 4th July 2011, 22:47

Hi south bank, the same happened to my engine and i got intouch with a guy from the .org site he was very competitive price wise and did a cracking job on the engine not only does he do mobile mechanical work he reconditions engines which means he can pass the savings on.

contact kayleigh on .org for a quote

Departed 32016 · 4th July 2011, 22:54

There are plenty available on eBay just search for k series any engine will do as it's just the block you need

Departed 32016 · 4th July 2011, 22:56

Quote:

Originally Posted by kieranswood

There are plenty available on eBay just search for k series any engine will do as it's just the block you need

Just checked again there are complete engines from £350 delivered

8th May 2011, 16:10	#22
chrissyboy This is my second home lovely little ford focus. Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: East Dulwich Posts: 7,877 Thanks: 2 Thanked 82 Times in 68 Posts	one here http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Rover-engine1-...item1e6250c02b plus more in the shop ... dont know how far it is from you maybe a member is close by and would be willing to pick it up ? __________________ [ I'm really confused. -I keep dreaming I'm an insomniac

4th July 2011, 19:49	#23
south bank Avid contributor 2004 Rover 75 1.8 Connoisseur SE Saloon (Pre-Facelift) Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Walsall Posts: 176 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 1 Post	Sorry it's been a while all, it's been a terrible few months of wild goose chases trying to find an engine. They can't help me out with the scheme to keep more of our cars going unfortunately, and I did have a chat with those at sterling who were fantastically helpful. They confirmed based on the symptoms the car has that the diagnosis of a liner failure would be correct, meaning I could focus my efforts on finding an engine instead of trawling yet more garages after a consistent diagnosis. Chrissyboy, thanks. I tried the lads selling those engines and when I asked for some kind of method of proof with regard to the mileage, reg document, chassis number of the car, engine number so I could do a HPI check, anything, they went cold on me. They tried to take the order and payment immediately over the phone on the first call so I was immediately suspicious about the origin of the engine and why it needed to be sold so quickly. Each time I called they tried to force immediate sale. As a result I've been looking everywhere for an engine and found little suitable, though I might be on the right track now. Might. If anyone knows of any I'd be grateful. Thanks. __________________ Pre Project Drive modifications so far: Real Wood Dashboard, Chrome Bullet Mirrors, Real Leather Armrest,1.8 Torpedo Badges, Rear Lamp Access Panels, Driver's Grab Handle, Footwell Wall Carpet, Real Leather Handbrake, Rear Ash Tray, Seatbelt Bolt Anchor Caps, Original Cigar Lighter, Original Door Reflectors. Last edited by south bank; 4th July 2011 at 19:52.. Reason: Forgot to reply to Zircon

4th July 2011, 20:23	#24
Noel Regular poster Rover 75 2.0 Conn. Join Date: May 2008 Location: Ebbw Vale Posts: 46 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	You may be familiar with this article, www.aronline.co.uk/index.htm?essaykseriesf.htm, if not give it a read. It raises some real interesting points with regard to the KV4. Last edited by Noel; 4th July 2011 at 20:27..

4th July 2011, 21:37	#25
bse1966 Loves to post Rover 75 2.0 ltr Diesel Tourer Silver Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Ashington Northumberland Posts: 384 Thanks: 19 Thanked 9 Times in 8 Posts	hi just seen this on ebay if anygood for you http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ROVER-25-45-75-FREELANDER-1800-ENGINE-55-000-MILES-/190551128221?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM& hash=item2c5dbb789d __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] This vehicle was the 10,545th 75 Tourer to run off the production line, out of 27,407 This vehicle was the 609th 75 Tourer CDT Connoisseur SE to be made out of 1,465 This vehicle was the 3,415th 75 Tourer in Zircon Silver Metallic (code: MUM) to be made out of 3,958 Zircon Silver Metallic 75 Tourers

7th May 2011, 10:44	#21
Zircon Loves to post Rover 75 Saloon Club SE Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Guildford Posts: 416 Thanks: 371 Thanked 251 Times in 92 Posts	Hi south bank, Thanks for keeping us posted. Let's hope X Part can help you out. They may say that you have to approach them via one of their accredited service centres - see www.xpartautoservicecentre.com/RVEa9e9d9e4f46a4323b8443382a341cc2a,,.aspx Presumably, members here who do servicing work with them will be able to advise you the best way to approach them. Failing that, I can recommend that you have a chat with Patrick Warner, MD at Sterling Automotive (see www.sterlingautomotive.co.uk/index.htm?) - not in your area I know, but very knowledgable about our cars and unfailingly helpful in my experience. Fingers crossed for you! Zircon/Nicholas

4th July 2011, 22:47	#26
ROBBIE G Posted a thing or two 75 saloon 1.8 classic Join Date: May 2011 Location: WOLVERHAMPTON Posts: 1,142 Thanks: 18 Thanked 106 Times in 77 Posts	Hi south bank, the same happened to my engine and i got intouch with a guy from the .org site he was very competitive price wise and did a cracking job on the engine not only does he do mobile mechanical work he reconditions engines which means he can pass the savings on. contact kayleigh on .org for a quote

4th July 2011, 22:54	#27
Departed 32016 This is my second home Rover 75 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Edinburgh Posts: 5,190 Thanks: 101 Thanked 257 Times in 145 Posts	There are plenty available on eBay just search for k series any engine will do as it's just the block you need