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Rear bumpers are very difficult to find in good condition although new ones are available. They are prone to rust on the inside corners, so check carefully and make sure the bumper is straight. Other chromed parts can be restored. Body panels will not fit correctly without adjustment - this also applies to original Rover panels.
Body trim is stainless steel - pay attention to the trim that runs the length of the sills on the P5B - it’s usually missing. This trim should NOT be fitted to the car using screws. If you find screws have been used, the sills may be rotten or fitted badly.
The
trim is also a good guide to the correct fitting of the body panels. Look
along its length and you should see a steady downward curve.
It
is important NOT to discard any complete body panel(s)
as only replacement sections are available from SPECIALIST SUPPLIERS.
as only replacement sections are available from SPECIALIST SUPPLIERS.
This
is intended as a guide to potential purchasers of the P5 marque and as such neither
the Rover P5 Owners Club nor their Representatives can be held responsible for
any decision the reader makes in the purchase of his or her car.
If you have a
question on a specific topic, please see which member
of the committee can help and send an e-mail by clicking on the relevant
name in blue after the committee member's name.