Highlights

Hand-built over many years by a historic vehicle engineer
Over 30 years in the same ownership
Reported to start, run and drive well
Good history file included

The Appeal

The Rover 12 was a well-built, versatile machine and its robust, straightforward genes have long made it a popular basis for hand-built specials. This Sport Special was constructed over many years by a highly respected historic vehicle engineer, using the 1939 Rover 12 as its foundation, and has been cherished in the same ownership for over three decades.

Powered by the 1.5-litre Rover engine mated to the original four-speed freewheeling gearbox, this handsome little roadster is reported to start, run and drive well. A host of period-inspired details give the car a convincing vintage person, and a good history file accompanies it. Whether enjoyed as-is on road runs and rallies or used as a canvas for further sympathetic development, this remarkable little special has plenty to interest its lucky new keeper.

Key Information

Mileage: 47,543 miles (indicated)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT exempt (Historic Vehicle status)
Technical specs: 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, four-speed freewheeling manual gearbox
Paperwork: good history file and historic paperwork reported to be included

The Detail

Handsome, chopped-down aesthetic
Deep red livery
Original badges and branding
Interior in good order
Vertical woodgrain dashboard
Fitted with Brooklands aero screens
Bugatti-style indicators fitted
Bentley exhaust system fitted
Traditional rod-operated brakes
Four-speed freewheeling gearbox
The vendor notes scope for further sympathetic improvement

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