11th Mar, 2023 13:00

March 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction

 
  Lot 49
 

1973 Rover 2000 SC
Believed to have covered a credible 21,000 miles

Registration - HOJ 389L

Chassis No. - 43615254D

M.O.T. - Exempt

Odometer - 21,000

With just three previous keepers (the first of whom appears to have owned the car for 30 years), this has obviously been a much-loved classic. Dating from the final year of Rover 2000 production (it was superseded by the 2200), ‘HOJ 389L’ is presented in what the vendor describes as ‘good, solid condition’, with ‘excellent’ transmission. It has benefited from a conversion to unleaded petrol and is painted in Rover Tobacco Leaf Brown and has a cream leather interior, with seats still bearing the original dealer plastic covers. Naturally it’s been exempt from MOT testing for some time, but it comes with ‘a stack’ of them from earlier years.

At its launch in 1963 the Rover 2000 (or P6 - the project codename for the sixth post-War Rover) caused a sensation, and was acclaimed as a luxury saloon which combined elegance with performance, safety and technological advancement. It was way ahead of its time, with innovations such as an independent suspension designed for (then-new) radial ply tyres, power assisted brakes to all four wheels, and bodywork crumple zones. An Autocar road test in 1963 declared the Rover 2000 to be ‘one of the outstanding cars of the decade’. The car was the very worthy recipient of the first-ever European Car of the Year award (1964) and, three years later, won the first AA Gold Rosette for Safety.

‘HOJ 389L’ is a Series Two model. The changes from Series One were largely cosmetic, so this car features vinyl-covered rear door pillars, stainless steel side trim and the distinctive black honeycomb front grille. This is a two-litre sports saloon at heart and promises highly enjoyable motoring for its new owner. And, with a strong club following, there is a ready-made social life ahead for the successful bidder!

In summary:

  • Handsome, low-owner example of this technologically-advanced luxury saloon
  • Unleaded fuel conversion
  • Good history file – and original dealer plastic seat protectors!

 

'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following;  Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'

 Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.

Sold for £6,188

(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)


 

Registration - HOJ 389L

Chassis No. - 43615254D

M.O.T. - Exempt

Odometer - 21,000

With just three previous keepers (the first of whom appears to have owned the car for 30 years), this has obviously been a much-loved classic. Dating from the final year of Rover 2000 production (it was superseded by the 2200), ‘HOJ 389L’ is presented in what the vendor describes as ‘good, solid condition’, with ‘excellent’ transmission. It has benefited from a conversion to unleaded petrol and is painted in Rover Tobacco Leaf Brown and has a cream leather interior, with seats still bearing the original dealer plastic covers. Naturally it’s been exempt from MOT testing for some time, but it comes with ‘a stack’ of them from earlier years.

At its launch in 1963 the Rover 2000 (or P6 - the project codename for the sixth post-War Rover) caused a sensation, and was acclaimed as a luxury saloon which combined elegance with performance, safety and technological advancement. It was way ahead of its time, with innovations such as an independent suspension designed for (then-new) radial ply tyres, power assisted brakes to all four wheels, and bodywork crumple zones. An Autocar road test in 1963 declared the Rover 2000 to be ‘one of the outstanding cars of the decade’. The car was the very worthy recipient of the first-ever European Car of the Year award (1964) and, three years later, won the first AA Gold Rosette for Safety.

‘HOJ 389L’ is a Series Two model. The changes from Series One were largely cosmetic, so this car features vinyl-covered rear door pillars, stainless steel side trim and the distinctive black honeycomb front grille. This is a two-litre sports saloon at heart and promises highly enjoyable motoring for its new owner. And, with a strong club following, there is a ready-made social life ahead for the successful bidder!

In summary:

  • Handsome, low-owner example of this technologically-advanced luxury saloon
  • Unleaded fuel conversion
  • Good history file – and original dealer plastic seat protectors!

 

'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following;  Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'

 Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.

Auction: March 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction, 11th Mar, 2023

Our March auction of classic, modern classic and prestige cars and motorbikes will take place at Mavericks in Holywell, North Wales (half an hour’s drive from Chester). Mavericks, 8 Moyston Road Business Park, Llannerch-y-Môr, Holywell, CH8 9DQ

There will be free parking for auction attendees.

Entries are now being invited, and sellers will benefit from Hampson’s unique offering of zero sellers commission for physical auctions, meaning that vendors keep 100% of the hammer price achieved for their vehicles.

If you wish to consign your vehicle to this auction, you can request a valuation here or by calling one of the Hampson Auctions team on 01606 828124

 

Viewing Days:
Friday 10th March 2pm - 7pm
Saturday 11th March 9am - 1pm

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