In today’s ruthless executive car market, it’s hard to believe that a 10-year-old design would still be competitive, such are the demands of modern buyers but in 1974, the Rover P6 was still a respectable seller. An effortless and comfortable cruiser that offered a genuine air of quality coupled with a loyal ownership profile. Despite the widely reported issues troubling its parent company, Rover retained a cache that was still largely intact.
The introduction of the 2200, boasted an enlarged engine, revised seating, uprated rear suspension and improved sound deadening all of which helped to freshen up the design. Designated as the SC, for a single carburettor, it was considered an entry-level model for the brand and not only had to contend with in-house British Leyland rivals but the sophisticated offerings from the Germans, French, Swedish, Italians and to a lesser extent, the Japanese.
In today’s classic market, the 2200 SC makes a lot of sense, thanks to its decent parts availability, along with pace and practicality. Find a solid one with lots of evidence of spending, and you’ll be rewarded with the last of the ‘old-money’ British exec cars, for a relatively modest amount.
