Rover SD1 Styling Analysis

The last Rover-badged car to be sold in the USA was the fine SD1. This four door sedan (saloon) was large, comfortable and very fast. It looked nothing like any Rover that preceded it. It's just a shame that it didn't catch on with more American drivers.

This article on the Austin-Rover Online web site provides an analysis of the unique combination of styling elements in the SD1. A little Ferrari, a little Pininfarina Aerodymanica concept car and some inspiration at BLMC and you've got - in my book - a winner.