Rover P4 80
Overview
| Produced: |
1959-1962, 5900 produced. |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Saloon,4 doors,4 seats |
Rover replaced its four cylinder P4 60 model in 1959 with an up-dated version called the 80. The 80 used a Land Rover four cylinder petrol engine of 2286cc which developed approximately 80bhp. This new engine raised the top speed of the small P4 model to 85mph and improved the four cylinders fuel consumption (now around 27mpg).
As with the rest of the P4 range the 80 featured the later styling changes and wider road wheels. The brakes now had servo assistance and discs at the front of the car. Although the 80 sold in steady amounts up until 1962 it was never as popular with Rover buyers as the six cylinder members of the P4 range.
Buyers Guide Rover P4 (1949-1964) featured in Practical Classics September 2004 – available from our sister site Bookbase. Click here to view. Also, Buyers Guide Rover P4 (1950-1964) featured in Practical Classics March 2010 – available from our sister site Bookbase. Click here to view.
Source: Motorbase
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2286cc | S4 OHV | 90mm x 89mm | 7 |
Drivetrain and Suspension
| Drivetrain | Steering | Front Suspension | Rear Suspension |
|---|---|---|---|
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85 mph | 22 mpg |
Auction Sales History
Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
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| Article |
Buying Guide - Rover P4 (1950-1964) |
126 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics March 2010 | |||
| Buying Guide - Rover P4 (1950-1964) - The connoisseur's guide to Britain's favourite 'Auntie' | ||||
| Article |
Buyers Guide - Rover P4 - How to buy a Rover legend (1949-1964) |
116 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics September 2004 | |||
| Buyers Guide - Rover P4 - How to buy a Rover legend - As English as cricket, the Rover P4 still sums up everything that’s great about British cars. Rover P4 1949-1964 | ||||
| Article |
Head master - Part Six |
114 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics May 1998 | |||
| Head master - Part Six - Our project P4 needed educating about running in the corridors on unleaded fuel. Tutor Simpson chalks up the lessons. | ||||
| Article |
Buyer's Guide - Rover P4 |
28 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 20 July 2011 | |||
| Buyer's Guide - Rover P4 - The 'Auntie; Rover has long been a consistent favourite with enthusiasts of classic British saloons, and these elegant old-world saloons last and last, says JAMES TAYLOR. | ||||
| Article |
Twin Test: Best of British |
42 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart September 2010 | |||
| Twin Test: Best of British - The Jowett Javelin and Rover P4 each marked a major step forward for its manufacturer. Paul Guinness looks back at these intriguing models - and chooses a 21st century winner. | ||||
| Article |
What's the worst that can happen...when buying a classic Rover? |
80 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart May 2008 | |||
| What's the worst that can happen...when buying a classic Rover?- There may not be any new Rovers on sale any more (or now, at least) but there's a wide choice of desirable classic metal waiting to be snpped up, argues Paul Guinness. Rover P4, Rover P5/P5B, Rover P6/P6B, Rover SD1, Rover 200 BRM. | ||||
| Article |
Buying Power - Rover P4 |
28 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 11 October 2007 | |||
| Buying Power - Rover P4 - Often unfairly written off as stuffy, staid and unexciting, the Rover P4 actually surprises with its capable driving experience, Auntie indeed! IAN SEABROOK uncovers the truth of this capable machine. Our expert is Stan Johnson of the P4 Drivers Guild, whose 41 years of experience come in handy to anyone looking to buy one of these Rovers. | ||||
| Article |
Six Of The Best - Fifties Saloons |
39 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart November 2005 | |||
| Six of the best - Fifties Saloons - Austin A30/A35, Ford 100E Series, Wolseley 1500/Riley 1.5, Rover P4, Ford Consul/Zephyr, Zodiac MkII, Vauxhall Cresta/Velox 'PA'. | ||||
| Article |
Buying Power - Rover P4 |
24 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 7th July 2004 | |||
| Buying Power - Rover P4 - You can’t choose your family but you can choose a great Auntie. Rover’s P4 was in production for 15 years, and came to epitomise the British marque in the eyes of many. RICHARD GUNN is your guide to buying the best you can. | ||||
| Article |
Starter Classic - Rover P4 |
202 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car July 2004 | |||
| Starter Classic - Rover P4 - Rover’s most robust yet straightforward luxury saloon is a sturdy classic option, says Malcolm McKay. | ||||
| Article |
Travels with My Aunt - Real life Rover P4 |
60 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart June 2004 | |||
| Travels with My Aunt - Real life Rover P4 - Simon Piant had wanted a P4 Rover of his own for as long as he could remember. Now he has one. How does the reality match the dream? | ||||
| Article |
Classics November 2002 pg 32 |
32 |
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| Publication | Classics November 2002 | |||
| Imposing Style. These three luxury classics all offer comfort and civility in a stylish package, but they each have a different approach. Tim Morgan compares them, and tries to pick a winner. | ||||
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