One of only 200 special edition P38 ‘Bordeaux’ models made
Rare and highly desirable post-2001 ULEZ-friendly facelift model
Lovely condition throughout
Massive history file
THE APPEAL
With the new L322 Range Rover just around the corner, Land Rover’s marketing team had to get creative with the last 18 months of P38 production, with a realm of special editions joining the ranks in order to bolster sales.
Among them was this – the Bordeaux. Finished only in Alveston Red with Lightstone leather and red piping, plus matching dark red carpets, it tipped the scales at £39,995 when new – almost as cheap as a 4.0 SE, but with a sumptuous specification that was a halfway house between SE and HSE.
Today, it’s a highly desirable thing. Not only is the Range Rover P38a is one of the cars of the moment – a real up-and-coming classic – but the 2001 and 2002 models are actively sought-after by Range Rover fans in London and Birmingham, as their Euro 4 Type Approval means they are exempt from ULEZ or CAZ emissions penalties.
With the ULEZ zone set to expand to cover all London Boroughs this summer, here’s a stylish and well-trimmed P38 that you can continue to use in London and other low emissions zones with impunity – well worth the trip to Lancashire to pick it up, in other words.
THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK
One of 200 Bordeaux models made
Registered July 2001
Facelift specification with later lights and improved interior
MOT until April 2024
All original books and documents
Incredible service history, comes with a huge file of invoices and receipts documenting recent and past expenditure
THE INTERIOR
Lightstone leather with dark red piping
Walnut trim on dash and centre console
Climate control
Original Range Rover-branded head unit
CD changer
Electrically adjustable front seats
Cruise control
Electric sunroof, windows and mirrors
Very good condition with superb headlining and immaculate door cards
Gorgeous dark red carpets
Range Rover dealer accessory rubber floor mats
THE EXTERIOR
Stunning Alveston Red exterior
Five-spoke Proline alloy wheels with red highlights
Front fog lamps
Excellent overall presentation
Beautiful paint finish with no notable flaws of any kind
Never welded
No alloy reaction or blisters under the paint
Excellent chassis and sills
THE MECHANICS
4.0-litre V8
Five-speed auto
Original and fully working air suspension
Full oil and filter service before sale
Reported by the vendor to be excellent mechanically and to drive very well indeed
Comprehensive service record with substantial maintenance record
SUMMARY
This is a rare and unusual special edition P38 in a gorgeous colour scheme, with a lovely interior and freshly serviced. Those elements alone make it a hugely attractive modern classic and a wonderfully stately means of getting around.
Notice to bidders
This item is sold on an ‘As is Where is’ basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and listing descriptions are for guidance purposes only. Car & Classic do not warrant listing accuracy. Full inspection is recommended. Viewings are at the seller’s discretion. Buyer is responsible for delivery and collection of any item purchased.
UK-registered cars and motorbikes on Car & Classic are run through an online HPI check. On the HPI report, this vehicle shows no insurance database markers for damage or theft. It is currently not covered by a finance agreement.
A non-refundable buyer’s deposit is payable on this item, refer to FAQs and T&Cs for the applicable percentage.
But being a 2001 model, this one has added value. It’s a P38 that you can use freely across the ULEZ and other low emissions zones across the UK, meaning a luxury V8-engined SUV is still a viable proposition for urban motorists who don’t wish to be denied such a privilege as a result of legislation. 2001-on P38s are hot property for a reason, so don’t miss out.
Please see our FAQs
here
and our Terms & Conditions
here
Car & Classic's secure payment system protects buyers and sellers. At the end of the auction, the winning bidder transfers payment into a third-party escrow account. Once the transfer of the vehicle is complete, both parties confirm they are happy with the sale and the money is released to the seller.
More about buying with us
NO RESERVE - 2001 Range Rover 4.0 Bordeaux
About Max Bids
The max bid process allows you to bid without any hassle.
Enter your maximum bid and we will then bid on your behalf to ensure you're the highest bidder - just enough to keep you in the lead and only up until your maximum.
Anti-sniping
Car & Classic prevent auction snipers from bidding in the last seconds to win an auction.
Auctions are extended by 3 minutes if anyone bids within the last 2 minutes to allow other bidders to react and counter-bid.
Auto-bidding increments
If your maximum bid is equal to or below the reserve price, your maximum bid will be applied in full if you are the highest bidder.
If you are the highest bidder and place a maximum bid above the reserve, we will automatically put in the reserve as your first bid.
Once the reserve has been met, Car & Classic will make sure you are the highest bidder using only the bidding increments stated below.
We will keep you in the lead up until your maximum bid OR the increment closest to your maximum bid, providing your maximum bid is enough to cover the increment value.
Bid Amount
Increment
£0 to £9,999
£100.00
£10,000 to £49,999
£250.00
£50,000 to £99,999
£500.00
£100,000 +
£1,000.00
Automatically outbid immediately
When you place a max bid and are outbid immediately that means that another bidder has placed a max bid limit which is higher than yours.
You can bid again and we will use our automatic bid system to try and get you as the highest bidder.
Matching max bids
When there are two max bids of the same value, the one placed first remains the lead bidder.
Pre-authorisation
We may hold a pre-authorisation charge on your card until the end of the auction when the hold will be cancelled. If you win, we'll take a security deposit which counts towards the payment for the vehicle and isn't any extra cost to you.
What are pre-bids?
A pre-bid means you're able to place a bid before the official start of the auction.
You will be notified whether or not you are the highest bidder when the auction starts.
Problem with your bid
Bids are contractually binding. To help protect you, we have some rules in place if we think it's been mistyped. Please check and amend what you have entered.
