Rover P4 105S
Overview
| Produced: |
1956-1959, 7241 produced. |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Saloon,4 doors,4 seats |
Introduced in 1956 the Rover P4 105S became the new flagship model providing more performance and extra equipment over the standard models. The 105S had a twin-carb six cylinder engine of 2639cc which developed 108bhp. The 105S came with an overdrive manual gearbox as standard and could reach a top speed of around 100mph.
The 105S shared the new revised P4 bodyshell with the automatic only 105R which also entered production in 1956. The 105S used the same facelifted bodyshell as the 105R. The new shell had a better looking front end with neater lamp details and a revised wing line. As with other models in the range the 105S had a well appointed interior trimmed in leather and walnut veneer.
Buyers Guide Rover P4 (1949-1964) featured in Practical Classics September 2004 – available from our sister site Bookbase. Click here to view.
Source: Motorbase
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2639cc | S6 IOE | Rover S6 IOE | 73mm x 105mm | 8.5 |
Drivetrain and Suspension
| Drivetrain | Steering | Front Suspension | Rear Suspension |
|---|---|---|---|
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 101 mph | 17.9 s |
Auction Sales History
| Lot Num |
Description | Auctioneer | Date | Hammer Price | Hammer Price (inc premium) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 649 | Rover 105 (1959) | Bonhams | 28 Apr 2003 | Not sold | |
| 240 | Rover P4 105S (1959) | RTS Auctions Ltd | 23 Nov 1997 | £600.00 | - |
| 218 | Rover 105 (1959) | RTS Auctions Ltd | 16 Feb 1997 | £700.00 | - |
| 079 | Rover 105S (1958) | ADT | 11 Apr 1994 | Not sold | |
| 267 | Rover 105S (1958) | Sothebys | 16 Oct 1993 | Not sold | |
Books
| ISBN | Title | Publisher | Buy this book |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0907073247 | Rover P4 1949-59 | Brooklands Books |
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Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
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| Article |
Buying Guide - Rover P4 (1950-1964) |
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| Publication | Practical Classics March 2010 | |||
| Buying Guide - Rover P4 (1950-1964) - The connoisseur's guide to Britain's favourite 'Auntie' | ||||
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Buyers Guide - Rover P4 - How to buy a Rover legend (1949-1964) |
116 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics September 2004 | |||
| Buyers Guide - Rover P4 - How to buy a Rover legend - As English as cricket, the Rover P4 still sums up everything that’s great about British cars. Rover P4 1949-1964 | ||||
| Article |
Practical Classics £500 challenge |
32 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics March 2004 | |||
| Four decades, four cars and £500 each. But will anyone stick to the budget. 1958 Rover P4 105S, 1962 Singer Gazelle, 1974 Triumph 2000, 1983 BMW 735i Auto SE. | ||||
| Article |
Head master - Part Six |
114 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics May 1998 | |||
| Head master - Part Six - Our project P4 needed educating about running in the corridors on unleaded fuel. Tutor Simpson chalks up the lessons. | ||||
| Article |
Buyer's Guide - Rover P4 |
28 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 20 July 2011 | |||
| Buyer's Guide - Rover P4 - The 'Auntie; Rover has long been a consistent favourite with enthusiasts of classic British saloons, and these elegant old-world saloons last and last, says JAMES TAYLOR. | ||||
| Article |
What's the worst that can happen...when buying a classic Rover? |
80 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart May 2008 | |||
| What's the worst that can happen...when buying a classic Rover?- There may not be any new Rovers on sale any more (or now, at least) but there's a wide choice of desirable classic metal waiting to be snpped up, argues Paul Guinness. Rover P4, Rover P5/P5B, Rover P6/P6B, Rover SD1, Rover 200 BRM. | ||||
| Article |
Six Of The Best - Fifties Saloons |
39 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart November 2005 | |||
| Six of the best - Fifties Saloons - Austin A30/A35, Ford 100E Series, Wolseley 1500/Riley 1.5, Rover P4, Ford Consul/Zephyr, Zodiac MkII, Vauxhall Cresta/Velox 'PA'. | ||||
| Article |
Starter Classic - Rover P4 |
202 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car July 2004 | |||
| Starter Classic - Rover P4 - Rover’s most robust yet straightforward luxury saloon is a sturdy classic option, says Malcolm McKay. | ||||
| Article |
Travels with My Aunt - Real life Rover P4 |
60 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart June 2004 | |||
| Travels with My Aunt - Real life Rover P4 - Simon Piant had wanted a P4 Rover of his own for as long as he could remember. Now he has one. How does the reality match the dream? | ||||
| Article |
Maintenance Guide - Rover P4 |
92 |
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| Publication | Classics Spring 2004 | |||
| Maintenance Guide - Rover P4 - With a well-deserved reputation for solid construction, worthy engineering and enjoyable driving charactreristics, the P4 Rovers are also easier than might be imagined to look after at home. Kim Henson takes a close look.... | ||||
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