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1991 ROVER METRO L 1. 131, 324 miles | Three former keepers | Dry storedA particularly appealing and increasingly scarce survivor of Britain’s once-ubiquitous small car, this 1991 Rover Metro L is offered with the exceptional distinction of having covered just 31, 324 miles from new, while having passed through the hands of only three former keepers. Powered by the 1, 118cc petrol engine and finished in red with a grey cloth interior, the car retains the honest, unpretentious character for which the Metro was renowned. Today, such an example represents a remarkably evocative snapshot of early-1990s British motoring, when Metros were a familiar sight on virtually every high street. What particularly distinguishes this example is its exceptionally modest mileage. At more than three decades old, a genuine 31, 324-mile Metro is an increasingly unusual proposition, and the limited keeper history adds further interest to its provenance. The car has also been dry stored for the past four years, having been preserved away from the elements during that period. Importantly, the Metro starts and runs extremely well and feels particularly nippy, retaining the light, lively character that made these cars such enjoyable everyday transport. The underside appears solid, although, as might reasonably be expected of a car of this age, there is obvious surface rust present. The MOT expired in 2023 and, having spent the subsequent years in dry storage. The Metro occupies an increasingly interesting position within the classic-car market. Once regarded simply as everyday transport, surviving examples are now becoming progressively harder to find, with the majority having succumbed to decades of daily use, corrosion or the inevitable attrition that affects inexpensive family cars. Early, unmodified and low-mileage examples are consequently becoming much more significant. Offered with its remarkably low recorded mileage and limited ownership, this 31, 324-mile Rover Metro L presents an unusually compelling opportunity to acquire an increasingly rare survivor of one of Britain’s most familiar cars. A genuine low-mileage Metro with just three former keepers – an increasingly uncommon survivor deserving of sympathetic preservation.??This vehicle is located near from Rugby, Warwickshire CV21 where it will need to be collected. Motorscan report and videos available on request. Viewing is by appointment, please contact the office to arrange.
