Highlights
- Rare left-hand drive example
- Previously owned by Thierry de Montcorgé, a notable automobile figure
- Desirable metallic grey with navy blue roof specification
- Low mileage of 73,634 kilometres
- Always garage-kept and protected from the elements
The Appeal
Boasting Rolls-Royce levels of luxury and refinement in an elegant, understated package, the Rover P5B Coupé was favoured. y politicians, diplomats and even royalty. Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II drove one personally, in fact.
This particular example is especially noteworthy as a rare left-hand drive variant, making it uncommonly seen on the global classic car market. The metallic grey with navy blue roof colour combination is reportedly the specification most sought after by collectors, and this example's provenance includes previous ownership by Thierry de Montcorgé, a significant name in French automotive circles.
This particular example is especially noteworthy as a rare left-hand drive variant, making it uncommonly seen on the global classic car market. The metallic grey with navy blue roof colour combination is reportedly the specification most sought after by collectors, and this example's provenance includes previous ownership by Thierry de Montcorgé, a significant name in French automotive circles.
With just 73,634 kilometres recorded, this 1969 Rover has been meticulously maintained and stored in a garage under a protective cover throughout its life. The current owner acquired the vehicle only a year and a half ago, and it presents as a well-preserved example of this aristocratic British saloon that offers luxury comparable to period Daimlers and Rolls-Royces.
History and Paperwork
- Carte Grise de Collection
- The serial numbers are reported to match
- Complete oil changes and maintenance history
- Car has always been kept in a garage and under a cover
- Has not been exposed to rain during current ownership, we are told
- Current owner purchased the car a year and a half ago from Thierry de Montcorgé, a notable figure in the automobile world
- This is the model collectors seek: metallic grey with navy blue roof
- Left-hand drive is very rare, with very of this few model available worldwide
The Condition
- One or two small micro-blisters visible upon close inspection
- Chrome on rear door handles could be reworked
- Roof appears in very good order
- Body paint could be redone if aiming for 'concours' condition, but presents well as is
- Aristocratic car with luxurious equipment for its era
- Rear tables fitted and in good order
- Plush armrests front and rear
- The vendor states the leather upholstery is impeccable
- Comfort comparable to a Daimler or Rolls-Royce
- Walnut trim on the passenger side could be polished to match the driver's side
The Mechanics
- 3.5-litre V8 engine
- Three-speed automatic transmission
- Has a battery cut-off switch
- Starts immediately every time, we are told
- Hoses and belt have been replaced
- Front suspension could probably be improved, the vendor notes
- "Drives like an American car from the 1950s/'60s"
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