Not Sold • £14,000 - £18,000
1974 Rover 3500S
United Kingdom • 16 Dec 2025 • Lot Lot 6
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1974 Rover 3500S is a cherished classic, featuring a 3.5-litre V8 engine and a four-speed manual gearbox. Recent work includes spark plug cleaning, fuel pipe replacement, carburetor tuning, and shock absorber adjustment, ensuring a comfortable ride.
Condition
7
The car presents very well and the vendor states that it drives with no known faults. There is no mention of any damage, dents or rust.
/ 10
Manual
Transmission:
48109495D
Chassis No:
Odometer:
37,900 miles
RSE 204M
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Year: 1974 Make: Rover Model: 3500S Registration: RSE 204M Chassis No: 48109495D Odometer: 37,900 The Rover P6 3500S stands as one of the most iconic British executive sedans of its era, blending innovation, performance, and refinement in a distinctive package.
Introduced in the mid-1960s and produced through 1977, the P6 series represented Rover’s commitment to advanced engineering and forward-thinking design.
The 3500S, launched later in the production run, was the performance-oriented model, pairing luxury with power and driving engagement.
At its heart lies the legendary 3.5-litre aluminium V8 engine, derived from Buick’s lightweight design and tuned by Rover engineers for smoothness and reliability.
In the 3500S, this engine produced around 150 horsepower, enough to propel the car from 0–60 mph in under 10 seconds—impressive for its time.
The “S” designation signified the inclusion of a four-speed manual gearbox, a feature that gave drivers greater control and made the car es...
Points of note
£806
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£6,451
Median Price (Since 2020)
£29,509
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Mar 05 2024
Latest MOT Mileage
37,460 miles
Registration Date
1974-04-22
MOT History
Passed
On Mar 06 2023 with 37,460 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Central Fluid leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Central Fluid leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Failed
On Feb 10 2023 with 37,460 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Major:
- Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Advisory:
- Central Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Central Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed
On Apr 16 2020 with 36,880 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- parking brake lever has slight travel
- Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Passed
On Apr 17 2019 with 36,520 miles
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