·       Well appointed and preserved with Continental Kit 

·       Desirable manual gearbox and D suffix engine specification 

·       Long MOT to late October 2024 with no advisories 

·       Lots of history including BMIHT certificate 

·       A great example of one of Britain’s best saloons 

The P6 was a very different type of Rover, a thoroughly modern and more compact car designed to take the fight to Europe.  

Superbly engineered and built to a high standard, the new Rover offered buyers luxury and a wide range of engines. Today many enthusiast gravitate to the V8, but afficionados of this model particularly rate the 2litre ‘D’ suffix engine with its 9.25:1 compression ratio. 

This lovely Lunar Grey example is just such a car. In fine condition with a particularly sumptuous caramel leather interior, it comes to us with a thick history file and long, advisory-free MOT. Add a manual gearbox and the renowned Continental Touring Kit spare wheel and this looks a very tempting classic saloon. 

·       First registered 1st August 1973 

·       Nine owners with vendor recently acquiring it, but deciding now to sell 

·       Recently equipped with a long MOT valid to 27th October 2024 with no advisories 

·       Previously MOT’d in 2016 with only 3,000 miles covered in that period # 

·       Of course it is MOT, ULEZ and tax exempt 

·       Mark 2 model with V8 ‘double blip’ bonnet and new rear lights 

·       Thick history file of old invoices and MOTs to verify mileage 

·       Owners manual, factory plastic wallets and other booklets, all well kept 

·       Workshop manual 

·       BMIHT certificate dated 23rd October 2003 confirms Lunar Grey paintwork is factory correct 

·       Car was built on 4th June 1973 

·       D suffix indicates a 2litre car with the 9.25:1 compression ratio favoured by enthusiasts 

 

·       Lunar Grey paintwork appears to be an older restoration that remains in good condition 

·       Factory standard car with 14in steel wheels with well kept chrome hub caps 

·       There are some light signs of age around the car but they are minor and not unsightly 

·       These include small bubbles on some panels, inside base of doors and on swage line 

·       There is an area of touched in paint on the offside front wing 

·       Chromework and lights in good order with no visible damage, cracks or tarnish 

·       Fitted with a tow bar 

·       Desirable exposed spare wheel known by dealers as the Continental Touring Kit 

·       Well kept interior with caramel leather individual rear seats and front and headrests 

·       Leather is in good order showing light wear and with some stitching damaged on driver’s seat 

·       Cabin shows light signs of patina but retains all the features that make these car so beloved 

·       Later Mark 2 with round dials 

·       Trim and veneers in good order with well-kept door cards and chrome fittings 

·       Sharp radio cassette fitted but interior otherwise standard 

·       Good carpets appear to be original and with protective rubber mats to front 

·       Desirable Webasto style folding sunroof increases the versatility of this great car 

·       Furry trim on driver’s side B post is damaged 

·       Boot area is well presented and includes factory jack 

 

·       1,978cc 110bhp twin carburettor engine with raised 9.25:1 compression 

·       This engine is known for its tractability and durability 

·       Four speed manual gearbox 

·       Extensive service history supporting the low displayed mileage

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