ROVER SD1 Technology

The ROVER 3500 - first model of the SD1 series - astonished the experts. People were amazed in many ways:

The 'P6' series was technically very spoiled. Therefore, a successor model was expected that would again set new standards.

In addition, a successor to the prestigious 'P5' series was years overdue.

The trade press certainly did not expect an upper middle or upper class car with a large tailgate. In this respect one would have preferred to see a more conservative ROVER.

It's worth taking a look at some details.

Sectional View of the ROVER SD1 Mark I
	The ROVER 3500 was not based on any of its predecessors. Since British Leyland was ruled by the red pencil, they were happy to present something new at all. Read more about the ⇒ Details
Sectional View of the ROVER SD1 Mark II
	After five years the body was discreetly but thoroughly reworked. The look won, the overall shape was still convincing. Many small improvements increased the usefulness of the car. Read more about the ⇒ Details
Comparison ROVER SD1 Mark I / Mark II
	A direct comparison shows even better the further developments and changes. See the ⇒ differences
Axles and Suspension of the ROVER SD1
	McPherson struts at the front, a level-controlled rigid axle at the rear - simple design, but civilized. Please look at the ⇒ Details
The Dashboards of the ROVER SD1
	The fittings of the individual models differ only marginally, but are remarkable. Read more about the ⇒ Dashboards of the SD1
The Engines of the ROVER SD1
	The series offers models with different engines. From the V8, two six-cylinder engines and a diesel engine to the small four-cylinder engine, everything is included. More information about the ⇒ Engines of the 'SD1'
Safety Aspects of the ROVER SD1
	The series offers many small safety details that were not necessarily common among competitors at that time. Take a look on the ⇒ Safety Aspects of the 'SD1'

ROVER 'SD1'

Technology - Overview

1976 - 1986