The famous P5 model of 1956 was a revolutionary step for Rover in construction and style, just one part of the story in this history of a classic post-war British car. Taylor covers the background to the P5 decision, engineering and engine development, MkI to MkIII 3-litre cars, the V8 engine and 3.5-litre cars, competition and rally history, as well as offering expert advice on buying and running a P5 today.
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The Rover P5 was the last great representative of traditional British luxury saloon building, with the emphasis firmly on quality rather than sportiness. Its spaciousness, refinement and wood and leather charm still command a considerable classic car following today.
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James Taylor has been a researcher and motoring historian since the late 1970s. The products of the Rover company have always been his first love and his major specialization. He has over forty books to his credit including seven titles in the Crowood AutoClassic series.
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History of "big" Rovers brilliantly recorded,
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This review is from: Rover P5 and P5B: The Complete Story (Complete Story Series) (Hardcover)
Built from 1958 to 1973, the P 5 and P 5 B were the last Rovers to compete with the likes of Jaguar and other top British manufacturers.For this reason,a history of these cars is long overdue, and James Taylor could not have taken more trouble with his research. When the book was released, he owned four of these cars, which makes the chapter on restoration tips for prospective owners extremely useful. He also tells readers of rare models that were not available in most markets, like the extremely rare 2,4, and the 2,6, which was fitted with the same engine as the contemporary Land Rovers. In the final analysis, this is an excellent source of reference for any prevoius, current or prospective owner.To anybody who loves British cars,it is a very enthralling read, and it is sure to get anybody not familiar with Rover's history, interested in the other magnificent cars the company have produced before and since.
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This review is from: Rover P5 & P5B: The Complete Story (Paperback)
I knew little about these Rovers before I purchasing and am very pleased with this well written, well illustrated book. The book contains a very detailed account of the development and later evolution of these cars and has many good photos showing the changes. I have always thought that James Taylor's books were among the best on their subject and this is no exception.
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Ultimate Guide,
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This review is from: Rover P5 and P5B: The Complete Story (Complete Story Series) (Hardcover)
This book is the ultimate guide to the P5 and P5B Rovers. It is much more interesting than James Taylor's similar guide to the Jaguar S-Type and 420, probably for two reasons:
i. The P5 Rovers were in production for about 14 years and passed through several engine, body and trim combinations whereas the Jaguars were around for a much shorter time and were not as varied. ii. When the Rovers first came out they were woefully underdeveloped and the story of how they got them 'right' is interesting.
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Strange though it may seem, a great deal about Rover's P5 luxury saloon can be attributed to the success of the company's utilitarian multi-purpose Land Rover. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
suffix cars, bench rear seat, operated single dry plate clutch, downshift cable, monocoque bodyshell, recirculating ball type, home market models, individual front seats, subframe bolted, overdrive model, grille badge, script badge, colour split, whitewall tyres, luxury saloon, torsion bar springs, parcels shelf, extension speaker, styling department, heated rear window, tool tray, sports saloon, trim strip, gearbox ratios, automatic models Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Land Rover, Pressed Steel, Maurice Wilks, David Bache, East African Safari, Pine Green, Project Engineer, Borg Warner, Brian Terry, Silver Birch, Rover Company, Hard Top, Super Snipe, Despatch Department, Dan Clayton, British Leyland, British Motor Industry Heritage Trust, Engine Type, Engineering Department, Jack Swaine, Ralph Nash, Rush Green, Earls Court Motor Show, Earls Court Show, Ken James New!
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Strange though it may seem, a great deal about Rover's P5 luxury saloon can be attributed to the success of the company's utilitarian multi-purpose Land Rover. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
suffix cars, bench rear seat, operated single dry plate clutch, downshift cable, monocoque bodyshell, recirculating ball type, home market models, individual front seats, subframe bolted, overdrive model, grille badge, script badge, colour split, whitewall tyres, luxury saloon, torsion bar springs, parcels shelf, extension speaker, styling department, heated rear window, tool tray, sports saloon, trim strip, gearbox ratios, automatic models Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Land Rover, Pressed Steel, Maurice Wilks, David Bache, East African Safari, Pine Green, Project Engineer, Borg Warner, Brian Terry, Silver Birch, Rover Company, Hard Top, Super Snipe, Despatch Department, Dan Clayton, British Leyland, British Motor Industry Heritage Trust, Engine Type, Engineering Department, Jack Swaine, Ralph Nash, Rush Green, Earls Court Motor Show, Earls Court Show, Ken James New!
Books on Related Topics | Concordance | Text Stats Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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