I dont want to make this video. Time to say goodbye to the 75?

This is a video I REALLY didnt want to make. The flipping series ended when the Rover 75 arrived as I liked it so much, but the time has come for it to find a new loving home, so some final love in the shape of rust proofing and a last big clean.
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[@iainmacleod4007]

I spent nearly 15 years living in the far North of Scotland. In the village was a well established Rover dealership J & G Sutherland. Edward Sutherland had inherited the business from his father and had been a BL, BMC, Austin, Morris and Wolseley dealer right through from the post war era. Back in the early 21st century he was selling loads of Rover 75’s and they were everywhere in Caithness. He bought one of the very last in 2004 in Burgandy metallic. It is now part of his legacy motor museum with a very low mileage indeed. Lovely cars that deserved better.

[@mekapaedia]

I think the nice thing about weird car twitter and youtube is that people are finally appreciating the 75 in the way it always should have been, and these cars are finally being viewed more widely as things to be treasured. You wouldn't happen to fancy replacing it with a slightly ratty Xsara VTS, would you?

[@furiousdriving]

yes, they've finally been noticed for how good and beautiful they really are

[@F4Insight-uq6nt]

@@furiousdriving Never mind there, there, They were never Great cars anyway, It's only a Rover, Time to move on... Something about fish in the sea? Some shxt like that anyway.. You get my point, It's not a Classic and it was never going to be.. I'm 53 and I've never even driven a Rover.. Well Except for my mum's (It's a MINI METRO!! THEY JUSY CHANGED THE NAME LYN!!) 😁 & I don't feel I have missed out on anything worthwhile. When I see a Car like this one I think of middle management types and sad suburban lives. The kind of people that could perhaps afford a (Lower end) BMW or MERC but it would have to be a year or 2 older with a few more miles etc.. & er, well y'know, What would the neighbours think? That's my thoughts anyway.. Make of them what you will. 🤔

[@68gt66]

​@F4Insight-uq6nt That's a judgment based on zero experience of ever having driven one, or even owned one, and quite frankly you're very dismisive of something you have absolutely no knowledge of. There were many great driving Rovers on the road. Sure, your entitled to your opinion but it only comes across as very pompus due to having never experienced a 75. You do know furiousdriving owns 2 Rovers? lol.

[@Retroelectronic]

@@68gt66 More than 2 rovers lol.

[@michaelstamper5604]

I feel for you, Matt. I've hankered after a 75 for years. In fact, if I had the money, I'd offer to buy yours. Unfortunately, thanks to changing circumstances, I'm going to have to seriously consider selling my Saab 9-3 and changing to something much smaller and cheap to run. As you so correctly said, sad times.

[@conorl8340]

I have to say Matt, that is probably the cleanest 75 I've seen! Cleaner than my uncles v6 but don't mention anything haha. Your more than welcome to have a blast in my Tomcat if you start to miss the K series turbo thrill

[@GentilsGarage]

That car looks fantastic now with all the work you’ve done to it. Totally understand the reasons why you’re selling it and makes perfect sense. I’ve very keen to try that new BDX underbody protection on the E12.

[@kerryhughesgillard9906]

My parents had a Connoisseur se in white gold when I was a kid 1.8 turbo manual with the cream leather interior, absolutely lovely car, we were living in the west Midlands at the time just a few miles away from Longbridge, i remember when rover went bust a number of my friends fathers lost their jobs in was a devastating blow to the area. Rover was a victim of bad management and undeserved bad press, the motoring press in particular top gear used rover as its punching bag always the butt of the joke but in actual fact the cars were far from the beginning as bad as the press would have you believe the 75 was a real treat to be in and far more of an occasion than the equivalent ford mondeo or the likes.

[@BartMGRX]

I get your reasoning behind selling the 75, but for me it would be one of the last of the whole collection to let go as they are such good cars and appreciating nicely at the moment. My vote would be to sell the Volvo, W123 or Punto (or all of them). Remember that selling more cars gives space and money to buy something else and isn't that really what all car guys want, to go car hunting😊

[@edwardtrickett6064]

A fantastic car, that has your time, love and attention on it OK, there are few very minor blemishes to an otherwise pristine car, with great history and care over its life, if I had the money, I would snap your hand off, but alas I do not I hope its new owner gives it the future it deserves Thank you for sharing what is a piece of British motoring history, with Rover being the last volume car manufacturer prior to the collapse of the company in April of 2005 It is very evident just how much you adore this car and for reason, the fact this car is still going and in such remarkable condition, is testament to the build quality the vehicles had It is shameful how such a company, with such pedigree saw itself out with an Indian knock off that marred the brand prior to its demise, sad times Even more reason why these remaining cars need to be saved for future eyes to witness when Britain made great cars from British brands Keep up your EXCELLENT work, I enjoy your videos

[@user-cn6re9jr1t]

Maybe time for the rusty w123 Benz to find a new home and even the p6 V8 if it does not run right. The fleet needs to be rationalised in times of austerity

[@roygardiner2229]

You did a great job cleaning it today. I hope you have a good buyer, someone who will treasure it.

[@tonys1636]

From the scum on that coffee/tea mug you live in a hard water area, a filter jug would be an idea, better still an inline one above the house stop cock would allow the cars to be washed with soft water saving on detergents/products as less of a concentrate needed. Less boiler or hot water system furring up as well.

[@beaubeetajones1035]

Matt don’t sell! Its rare to find a gem like your 75, keep it! If you need more space for show merch, get a small trailer. Sell one of your other cars. But not the 145! Lol! Love your channel my friend.

[@paulloudbbk]

The problem with mint cars is you can't use them like a normal car. There's nothing much to sort. You either keep it long enough to gain problems or sell them. Probably would be an ideal keeper if it was a spare or second car. I always like my cars slightly rough enough that I'm not scared to use

[@furiousdriving]

Exactly, you dont want to add miles or risk car park dings and with little use things stop working

[@Simon-ui6db]

If only this had come up 2 weeks ago when I had to get another car after the timing belt snapped on my vectra c and destroyed the engine (really annoyed as the cambelt had been done just over a year ago but the garage that did it closed down so no warranty) and had to get another car pronto. I'd of snapped it up. Hope the new owner cherishes the beauty.

[@TheClanDFA]

such a shame as Crown Vic is rot box id get rid of that but if you like it i guess it makes sense to move the rover on

[@lukemallory7832]

That Ceramic Glaze stuff seems pretty handy. I would order stuff but since Brexit, getting anything from the UK to here in Ireland has become a total nightmare. Generally takes 2+ weeks with a lot of 'will it or won't it come' breath holding and angry phone calls with the postal service. But you lads in the UK, support Mr. Matt and order some of that. I'll have a look into the price actually.

[@danielrussell446]

Well done Matt on a great video as ever and much as I will lament the sale of the 75 as one of my favourites I understand your reasons why and look forward to what comes next - but please don’t sell the punto 200vi and the 400 tomcat and tourer!!

[@peterriggall8409]

It is a great example of the breed. I love the colour and I prefer the material seats. I guess we’ll get over it……. That’s the trouble of getting emotionally involved. If I were ‘flipping’ cars they would have to be boring Toyota Corollas where there is no emotional attachment. 😄

[@roxieloot]

Stressed me out, putting finger prints on wood dash at end of video after cleaning. Every time you touched it, just wanted to shout out WHAT YOU DOING!!! 22:56

[@LivetoDriveUK]

That is a difficult decision Matt but understand your need to keep cars coming to the channel. Hope it goes to someone that will appreciate what it is. Interestingly, your video has reaffirmed my decision to keep mine. ATB.

[@giulianomarco]

Someone bring that man four fried chickens and a coke! 😋👍

[@grayfool]

Somebody will love the Rover, I'm sure. Just think of the fun you will have with the next car. An thank you for buying me all these great cars. I do appreciate it. Especially since moving out to more tropical environs, I don't get the choice I used to in the UK. You are a very generous man Mr Furious.

[@furiousdriving]

Im focusing on the next instalment, looking forward to whats waiting, but will miss this one alot

[@Curiousdriving]

Maybe you could introduce a big brother style vote to determine which of the cars to move on?

[@ProfessorBernardFuck]

I feel your pain. My rover 75 was the last car I truly loved, sadly became the victim of the dreaded head gasket mayonnaise disaster. Got a mk3 mondeo afterwards that was on paper a much better car, but I never got out of it and just admired its aesthetics like I used to with the 75

[@a11csc]

4me the crown vic would be on the hitlist the way emissions are going

[@Bucharestguidedtours]

Its a nice car, definitely one for an enthusiast, best wishes with the sale. How's the big P6 doing, one of our favourites on the fleet.

[@darthvirago]

It must be good stuff, I've never seen a rusty sheep

[@mdwroblewski]

It's a great shame Matt that you have to sell this beauty. I was fancy an early Rover 75 for over 15 years. I know that my wife would probably kill me if I was to buy this car, but I'm seriously tempted.

[@Oldspeed86]

Matt 😂 the suit doesn’t SUIT you 😆 oh that’s more like it…the wrenching cloths 👍 sad to see the 75 gooooo but sometimes it happens. Hopefully, it’ll get an owner who’ll love it to death. GLAD the Crown 👑 Vic is there 4ever! 🏁🛞💨

[@jlr1569]

Sorry for your loss Matt, but I think it is a very good decision for you and your family. Better for the fleet as a whole. The new buyer will get a great 75!

[@patrickhostler5939]

I’ve always had a soft spot for these, and as lots of folks have said, it deserved to do better… but it’s launch, and subsequent sales were essentially ‘assasinated’ by the then CEO of BMW😢

[@shieldaigbencher]

How do you know it is all dry inside before you shoot that gunk in those holes? Also, aren't they the drain holes in the doors you are blocking up with gunk?

[@furiousdriving]

Its not rained in a week, hasn't been driven for a few days so no puddles and was jet washed a week before painting so unless the local tom cats have amazing aim it should be dry

[@Peterpss]

Your videos leave me wanting cars I've never considered before, but I have no room for anything more than my Twizy and TT.

[@mancavehobbies6213]

You could sell a fridge to a Eskimo Matt 🤣

[@graememcdonald6882]

Excellent video! I'm getting organised to do my crv and this video was perfect timing!!

[@skodakatie7341]

It’s a pity this beautiful car is leaving the fleet, I wouldn’t say I’m a Rover enthusiast, but I do like this one, it really does look very prestige. Good luck with the sale Matt, I’m sure I’m not alone when I say I will miss this car!.

[@furiousdriving]

It is a beautiful car and a fabulous example, a great emerging classic too, but with nothing left to do to it, its time to find a new home

[@stevieboyNI]

A sad day indeed, a future classic of that there is no doubt. But you cant keep them all Matt. You absolutely deserve top dollar for this, hopefully a nice few grand for the other projects :-)

[@Batesandrw]

I remember driving a cream coloured one as a bridesmaid’s car for a wedding. Had the BMW diesel engine. Great video again. Love your enthusiasm. Andrew

[@sarahmerritt7607]

What a Gorgeous car Matt, hopefully a real enthusiast buys it & keeps it as good as you have, Well done👍

[@furiousdriving]

I hope so too!

[@doctorsocrates4413]

The interior in that car is simply beautiful..sorry you are letting her go.

[@kavyman1066]

15:20 hmmm craving the forbidden Rover coffee!

[@histriamagna1014]

I'll take this interior rather than any modern plastic full touch screen monstruosity they sell us today.

[@robertharris7027]

Does it really make any sense to spray wax in unseen parts of the car (which are very likely rusted)? On a new (or a good and endoscopic inspected) car I would do it with a Mike Sanders treatment, but your method seems not very useful for me. On the other hand - any waxing may be better than none.

[@trippy_boxer_dog2170]

i could hear the sadness in your voice, this is truely one special car, i really hope it finds a owner who will continue to love this car.

[@jasoncornell1579]

The 200vi looks innocent but is like "this one time at band camp"

[@furiousdriving]

always the quiet ones...

[@notroll1279]

Love the "Need for Tweed" sticker!

[@allanmollison6971]

Hope it goes to a good home 👍

[@furiousdriving]

Me too, I hate to see it spoilt

[@Ro32da72]

Unfortunately, I think a 75 in this condition and mileage will sell quickly. You do look genuinely sad to be selling up. I've just bought a Club SE diesel, so I'm just at the start of my '75 learning curve' 🙂 and you're right about the interior being a nice place to sit. Some underneath rust protection is in my future. (oh and my garage door is also broken!)

[@furiousdriving]

I really am sorry to let it go, more than any of the others Ive sold. Yes, get it rust proofed and check the 3 drains under the wipers

[@AdamLeask]

I was hoping the Rover was a keeper, such a shame. But fingers crossed you can find a good home for it.

[@ScrotusXL]

Very solemn occasion and yet there is an actual rust dead body in the background which really should be chucked in a big 'ole 😮

[@kevthedynamo]

I would have got rid of the Crown Victoria personally but it's your choice!

[@highbury1972]

Hey Matt! Thanks for posting this video, the content was ace ! I was hoping you would keep The 75 and move along The Yankie Crown Vic….. looking forward to the next video.

[@Curiousdriving]

Agree, the Crown Victoria is the odd one out, and doesn’t make for good content (there are only so many welding videos that you can watch).

[@MrGaryRoberton]

Strange times indeed, a car I bought 4 years ago, with the vehicle shortage here, and the carflation resulting, I would now estimate the value at 2,300 pounds higher than my initial cost. ( Including Maintenance) Strange? You bet your Bippie. The burning question is, what would I replace it with? Inflation has pushed general values up 35 %

[@furiousdriving]

something else broken!

[@CortinasAndClassics]

Matt I wish my 75 looked that good. The paint is shot and it needs the sills welding :(

[@Dino_Dad.]

Hey matt, i think in 5 years time you'll truly regret selling the 75. As they slowly get scrapped the good ones will remain, including yours. The w123 as good as you love it, its too far gone and should go, just my opinion of course,

[@furiousdriving]

I will miss it, but the W123 is not as bad as you imagine and is tax free

[@paddycoleman1472]

No!!!! Keep the Rover 75 as they are becoming a true classic. Your 75 is a wonderful example and I fear you will regret letting it go.

[@davidsewell3745]

If i could buy it i would in a heartbeat, love the 75, a truly underrated brit future classic

[@rgorham99]

I know of another similar car been for sale 9 months so far so you may own it a while yet, hopefully a Rover nut will find it and put you out of your misery

[@alexbirnie9105]

You will regret selling the Rover. I can only see them increasing in value in the future. Sell the volvo instead. Plus, you can't look out your window and say what a beautiful volvo 😂

[@stresseddad1615]

We used to call those marks on the seats "Tony's" back in the day!

[@eddiej1980]

Keep it and bin that crown vic thing behind you in the sea

[@studley73]

Great video that i feel your pain i have a lovely modern classic i will be selling soon, a lovely 3.0 v6 jaguar x type with only 32 k miles on it and 1 family owned from new, fancy it 😀o

[@furiousdriving]

does sound nice, very similar to this! How are the sills?

[@studley73]

@furiousdriving rock solid and this car has a interesting history too

[@81adamlittle]

I wonder if the underseal manufacturers would ever consider putting a warning ring a few inches from the end of the tube to warn you when it's close to giving you a face full of spray!

[@furiousdriving]

that would be a very useful addition!

[@markadams3261]

Sad to see it go, but winter is around the corner and that Queen Vic seems a long way from being repaired, can we have an up date please.

[@scottishcarenthusiastsandtrain]

Sad to see the Rover go, its a beautifal looking car, makes me miss mine.

[@furiousdriving]

It is a stunner but its in peak condition so nows the time to hopefully a collector who will continue to love it

[@ScrotusXL]

Oh so Lanoguard is compressed sheep gubbins?!!! 😮 but it works

[@ants9230]

The 75 was the car that should have saved Rover, but I think they were simply too far gone by then. As a former Austin, Morris and Rover owner, I miss them.

[@michaeltutty1540]

A sad day indeed, but at least it will live on. I am going to have to say goodbye to Arthur, my 1990 Volvo 240DL estate. I took it in to get some welding done, and it is too far gone to make sense doing it. It would take a full on restoration to make it safe. The odd thing is that Ma took delivery of him 3 days before her 60th birthday. I got the news about Arthur 4 days after Ma died. Still, parts of Arthur will live on in other 240s. A real shame because at just shy of 400,000 miles, the old boy still runs with the best of them.

[@mb280sl7]

Matt I would keep the Rover 75 and sell the Volvo or Land Rover. The 75 is so nice!!🚗🚗

[@05jenjo]

I do hope the snag in the drivers chair is cigarette the alternative is a piercing. Lovely car drove to butlins with the family in one of these ( along time ago borrowed from parents ) happy memories for my children.

[@05jenjo]

The butlins stay car was wonderful

[@emmajacobs5575]

A piercing? Are you suggested the old geezer was driving it with his Prince Albert out …?!

[@furiousdriving]

wish Id shampooed the seat sooner now...

[@Ruija27]

At least sell it to a specialist or collection or something like that where the people know what they're doing with it! Or, leverage this nice Rover to continue the flipping of better and better cars.

[@TheStwat]

Top Tip. Save money by filling your cars cavities with Lamb mince rather than splashing out on expensive Lanolin under body protection. This method has the added bonus of keeping the local cats entertained.

[@paulie-Gualtieri.]

I sure it's going to a good home to be enjoyed and cherished for many years to come.

[@Farney-gy1qo]

In the late 90s this was my dream Car. I drooled over the the 75 Tourer V6.

[@mpersad]

No explanations necessary. Your car, your choice. Onwards!

[@parkecorepersonaltrainingp2601]

It’s a stunning example and I can tell you love to. Someone will get a wonderful car. 👍👍

[@jameswalker7874]

Get rid of the W123 and keep this.

[@SportFury1966]

The Yank asks... Lanolin?? Little red ring about an inch from the end of the nozzle would be handy, Mr. Undercoating manufacturer.

[@markfraser4745]

So sad to see the Rover is on her way, i think you knew that is was going to be a unpopular decision. Best car of your fleet in my opinion. But i am being biased 😂

[@arturseversons3444]

Yes, and all the other rovers too! 😃

[@furiousdriving]

No, everyone should have at least 3 Rovers

[@terryatkinson3182]

Don't be sad, keep calm and carry on 😂

[@alancampbell1008]

Loved my 75...except for the 1.8T K series engine...

[@Batesandrw]

I loved the Rover 75.

[@furiousdriving]

me too

[@lukemallory7832]

Sad day but totally understandable. I believe the 740 is the most reliable car on your KZbin fleet and selling that would be like selling your favourite screwdriver..! I could see you bursting into tears if a crisp packet landed the wrong way on the 75. You're too close! It's like Eva Green. Sure we'd all love to date her, but the emotional and financial toll would be crippling!!

[@arieplomp8906]

The 75 deserves a new home were it gets al lot of tlc !

[@ianmead7712]

Hi Matt and it’s a shame cause I think it’s the best looking and running car you have in my option

[@nicolamiriano9150]

I would sell the W123 or the 200 Vi instead of this, but i understand your choice... Very lovely car, always appreciated the 75

[@johndrake2729]

A fairly modern car that looks like it left the showroom floor seconds ago. I wouldn't have parted ways with it.

[@paulcrosthwaite2035]

Strange question, how do you deal with insurance for all of your cars? Do you have separate policies and no claims discounts for each?

[@furiousdriving]

fleet policy

[@michaelstaley2241]

Lovely car excellent condition it’s a shame you’re selling it! I hope the new potential owner will look after it…

[@nigelh4617]

It's Mr Furious Matt Blues ;-)

[@grahamclark4518]

Its such a shame its potentially going, its a difficult one I tend to keep mine until the proper die.. Honestly I've only ever sold 1 car, if the 75 was auto I'd have it

[@Number27]

Ahhh... well you can buy mine when I sell! 🤫

[@furiousdriving]

😂 good to have a back up!

[@nekite1]

If I hadn't bought my Honda CR-Z just a few months ago, I would have really fancied this delicious Rover.

[@grrfy]

Get an estate version.😁

[@mrcogginsgarage7062]

Matts on a mission from God to sell you a Rover 75 ,don't go running over any Penguins mate.

[@smoothmicra]

I remember when it first came out, a TV journo waxed lyrical about it, a lower cost rival to a Beamer? Was that old Top Gear? Can't remember. Anyhoo, not a car that rings my bell but someone with £4K to spare will get a cracking example. Will this car ever become a cult classic? I say no, but the world of cars is crazy so who knows?

[@furiousdriving]

It was old Top Gear at that time. I think they've already started being thought of as classics, the number Ive seen at shows this year

[@BRED510]

Personally, I'd sell the Volvo and keep the 75. I think 75 prices will rise, whereas I think the price for a Volvo 740 is where it is. Plus the 75 is a better car to keep as a classic, and more usable, and a piece of our Motoring History.

[@lukemallory7832]

Although I also like the 75 and hope to buy one, I would argue that the 740 is the more useful car given that it appears to be the most reliable car on his KZbin fleet. I think in the long run, the 740 will cost less in maintenance cost and, well, emotional costs. Matt would be agonizing over every little scrape on the 75, whereas if a lamp-post landed on the 740 he'd probably shrug his shoulders and laugh it off - there's a lot to be said for that.

[@applejuice5272]

17:32 James May?

[@Starlord85]

I'd be happy with that car