had to be toned down as it was seen to be too radical when first launched. The same thing happened to the SD1 when consumer feedback led Rover to implement a more traditional interior approach with wood trimming. Finally, if Rover did make a successful comeback it will be important for Tata to resist the temptation to dilute the brand in the way that happened with CityRover. By all means have a range of Rovers but keep them as premium cars with a big emphasis on quality, innovation and forward thinking. Kev Sharp - November 28, 2009 Yes please -- I would buy one tomorrow given the chance. Well done on a superb concept. How about a new take on the Austin Maxi if you fancy another challenge? David - November 28, 2009 @Simon Hodgetts Nice idea, although I think the issues of the 'running down' of the Rover name actually occured more during the BMW era when the focus was on relaxation and building cars that could not be seen to compete with BMW models in any way, shape or form. The MG Rover era saw the introduction of some good ideas such as the Contemporary trim level, sports suspension, a halo 75 V8 etc., but all this came along too late in the day. Rover was sidelined in preference to building up MG when the real focus should have been to repair the commercial damage inflicted on the more important Rover brand during the latter part of the