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Rover

825i (first of line), 1986

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Make
Rover
Manufacturer
Rover Group
Location Made
Cowley
Accession Number
1980-1-158
Collection
BMIHT Vehicle Collection
Type
Car
Status
Permanent collection
Engine
V6 cyl, 2494 cc, 167 bhp
Fuel
Petrol
Top Speed
129 mph (208 km/h)
Body Style
Saloon
Price When New
£15,871
Materials
metal, glass, textiles
Dimensions
4694mm (l), 1971mm (w), 1397mm (h)
Location
Collections Centre

The Rover 800 was the first car to be fully developed between Rover and Honda, with the equivalent Honda Legend appearing just before the Rover in July 1986. This is the first Rover 800 from the Cowley production line.

The 820 used Rover's four-cylinder, two-litre engine and the 825 used the Honda V6.Top of the range was the 825 Sterling, while the name Sterling was also used for cars sold to the USA. The original four-door saloon was followed by a five-door hatchback model in 1988. Later, six-cylinder models featured a 2.7 litre engine and a diesel version became available.

The original 800 remained in production until 1992 when it was replaced by a substantially redesigned range, now also including a coupé model.

 

Adopt this car for £50

Adopted by:

William Kay