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1997 Rover Sterling Auto Going Going ----

Post by Jimdefruit » Sat Mar 11, 2017 12:24 pm

I have finally decided that I can no long get over my car let alone get under it.
I have owned the car since 2001 and it has done about 80,000 miles. I am not certain of the actual mileage because I had to replace the instrument panel at about 50,000. However the 80000 is correct give or take 5000 miles.

The car has been off the road since 2012 but moved around on my drive about twice a month. The tyres are shot and one loses pressure in about 10 days.

I have been offered £110 for the car by a scrap dealer but I would much rather it was taken over by someone who could get it back on the road, or a member who is desperate for spares.
The car is two tone, maroon upper half and dark grey lower half. The front bumper is damaged and will need to be replaced. The nearside front wing is suffering from tin worm but I have a replacement wing which will need to be painted. I also have a spare mid-section exhaust section.

The ABS light is on, possibly because the sensor rings need a clean. Also the cruise control does not work.

The auto box is very smooth

The interior of the car is in a very clean condition and there are no damage to the leather upholstery. The car number if you would like to check it is: P426 KUK.

If someone would like it for the £110 I have been offered and has the means of collecting the car (trailer or similar) then I would be pleased to see it go to a member.

The car is located in Farnborough Hampshire GU14 9RE.

I can be contacted at jamesthirlwell@ntlworld.com or 07523 301191

Jim
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Re: 1997 Rover Sterling Auto Going Going ----

Post by deano » Sat Mar 11, 2017 3:04 pm

got any photos ?
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Re: 1997 Rover Sterling Auto Going Going ----

Post by Jimdefruit » Sun Mar 12, 2017 1:41 pm

1997 Rover 825 Sterling Auto
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Post by mjc9967 » Sun Mar 12, 2017 1:59 pm

Is this what you meant, Jim?

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Here to help! :wink:
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Post by mjc9967 » Sun Mar 12, 2017 2:01 pm

...you use the IMG button in the full reply editor then stick your picture link carefully between the two set of square brackets, if that helps

PS nice looking teaser glimpse of the 416 tourer(?) in nightfire next to it in pic 4!
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Re: 1997 Rover Sterling Auto Going Going ----

Post by deano » Sun Mar 12, 2017 2:06 pm

That's looks a half decent motor...
Good colour and interior .

does it still run ok ?

I see from your photobucket pics there's photos of a stripped down engine , have you had the heads done then?
1993 Rover 827 SLI Fastback Mk2
1999 Rover 825 Sterling Saloon Mk2 (HGF)
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1972 Rover P6 2000TC

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Re: 1997 Rover Sterling Auto Going Going ----

Post by Jimdefruit » Sun Mar 12, 2017 6:20 pm

I did the engine myself a while back. The engine runs ok and I shift it around the drive now and again. Unfortunately it is SORNED and hence it does not get a good run out anymore.

Thanks for doing a proper job mjc
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Re: 1997 Rover Sterling Auto Going Going ----

Post by scoobyh123 » Mon Mar 13, 2017 6:09 pm

That's just the sort of car Jez (X-Puffin) likes i think. He's also not far up the road from, has a car trailer and the means of towing it, he isn't always around on here because of his job but i'll try and send him an email about this.

Shame to see another 800 owner falling off the radar, hope things improve for you soon Jim! :wink: :D
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Post by rovercoup » Mon Mar 13, 2017 8:50 pm

mjc9967 wrote:...you use the IMG button in the full reply editor then stick your picture link carefully between the two set of square brackets, if that helps
If you use Ctrl and V after you've copied the picture it will insert the pic in the middle rather than trying to click on the mouse in between the two img texts.

Nice looking and rare colour combo car, myself and Dollysprint were talking about the rarity of the two colour models that were made at the weekend. Ionian/Caspian woodcote/willow made in small numbers so this car is relatively rare. Hope you find a good buyer who will keep it going rather than breaking it. Stay way Deano you have already said you'd never have another KV6 unless to break it.
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Re: 1997 Rover Sterling Auto Going Going ----

Post by Jimdefruit » Wed Mar 15, 2017 11:23 am

scoobyh123 wrote:That's just the sort of car Jez (X-Puffin) likes i think. He's also not far up the road from, has a car trailer and the means of towing it, he isn't always around on here because of his job but i'll try and send him an email about this.

Shame to see another 800 owner falling off the radar, hope things improve for you soon Jim! :wink: :D
Unfortunately scooby its a matter of age rather than anything medical. I will be 80 next year and the car is becoming a means of getting around rather than an enthusiasm. I will be very sad to see the car go because other than Ferraris and masseratis, I have driven most car models and the Sterling is as nice to drive as any.
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Re: 1997 Rover Sterling Auto Going Going ----

Post by scoobyh123 » Wed Mar 15, 2017 11:48 am

Age gets to all of us Jim, it's one of the only certain things in this life!

I've also driven most road-going vehicles and have to agree that the nicest place to be is behind the wheel of an 800, preferably a Sterling. Like you, about the only things i haven't driven are the "Italian Exotica" such as Ferraris, Lambos, Maseratis although i've driven a Lancia Thema (same platform as the Saab 9000, Vauxhall Vectra etc) 32-valve V8 Ferrari engined monster but not far and i didn't get above 30mph (honest boss!) under threat of death from my boss who owned it.

I did email Jez, i don't know if he's been in touch with you or even if he's read the email, hopefully the pair of you can come to a deal when he does though! :wink: :D
Cheers,
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Re: 1997 Rover Sterling Auto Going Going ----

Post by deano » Wed Mar 15, 2017 2:28 pm

I did say I wouldn't buy another kV6....
But seems such a shame to see this one go to waste

I don't partically want it myself but sounds like it wouldn't take much to get it back on the road with an mot
and it has quite an attractive colour and leather combo
1993 Rover 827 SLI Fastback Mk2
1999 Rover 825 Sterling Saloon Mk2 (HGF)
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1993 Rover 827 Sterling Saloon Mk2
1990 Rover 827 Sterling Saloon Mk1
1972 Rover P6 2000TC

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Re: 1997 Rover Sterling Auto Going Going ----

Post by xpuffin » Sun Apr 30, 2017 3:00 am

Hi Guys, just seen this thread.
Dave...no email mate, they do seem to be quite unreliable on here.
Had a bit of a set back with the neck surgery not taking too well so not been about much. Sadly I'm not allowed any more cars at the moment, Soph says 27 is enough but I'm not so sure. Recent additions include a 1963 Landry and a Rover 75 V8 but I did have to get rid of two cars as part of the deal.
Hopefully as time passes I'll get some of my mojo back.
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Re: 1997 Rover Sterling Auto Going Going ----

Post by scoobyh123 » Sun Apr 30, 2017 8:44 am

Sorry to hear about your neck Jez - that isn't good news at all!

As for 27 cars - it would be much easier if it was a nice round number like 30 for example! :wink: :twisted: :lol: :D

Seriously though, i hope you get your neck sorted ASAP! :wink: :D
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Re: 1997 Rover Sterling Auto Going Going ----

Post by Jimdefruit » Fri May 12, 2017 11:35 am

Sadly the car has gone but I do have a spare exhaust centre section for the 825 kv6 free to anyone who wants to collect it from Farnborough Hampshire.
1997 Rover 825 Sterling Auto
1997 Rover 416 SLi Tourer Auto
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SD1 2300
SD1 2600
SD1 3500 Vanden plas
418 GSD Saloon

Jim Sent from my crystal box using a cat's whisker.

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