229 Rover Metro (1994) M 818 FDL

Rover Metro Rio (1990-94) Engine 1396 S4 K Series

Registration Number M 818 FDL (Portsmouth for the Isle if Wight)

ROVER SET

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From 1987 the Austin Metro, simply became known as the Metro. In 1990 it was officially relaunched as a Rover Metro. The old BMC A series engines gave way to the Rover K series of 1116cc and 1396cc in 8 and 16 valve form. with all models using Peugeot designed gearboxes. In 1993, a 1.4 PSA TUD diesel from the Citroën AX / Peugeot 106 was launched. The Hydragas suspension was finally modified to accept front to rear interconnection in the way that Alex Moulton so desperately wanted to bring the car back up to standard in terms of handling and ride quality. The basic body shell was retained but was improved with the addition new plastic front and rear bumpers, new front wings, new rear lights and hatchback, new front headlamps and bonnet. The interior was revamped with a new instrument binacle and instruments, new steering wheel, new seats, new door castings and other detail improvements.

 

Many thanks for a Marmalising

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Shot 15.05.2016 at the Gaydon Motor Museum, Warwks REF 116-229

 

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