28th Sep, 2022 13:00
September 2022 Classics Auction
1970 Rover 2000
Only 38,000 recorded miles
Registration - BFH 228J
Chassis No. - 40062857K
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 38,000
The design of Rover’s P6 model was ahead of its time and the clean lines of this lovely 2000 still look fresh today. Its beige paintwork is twinned with a black leather interior, the passenger seats of which look as though they’ve barely been sat on. The car’s had just four keepers from new, (the first two of whom were husband and wife) and the quartet have accrued a very modest total of 38,991 miles between them. Within the last few years it has been treated to a stainless steel exhaust system, while the water pump, brakes, tyres and battery have all been replaced with new items. The vendor currently rates the 2-litre engine and four-speed manual transmission as ‘excellent’ and the bodywork, paintwork and upholstery as ‘good’, and says ‘BFH 228J’ is ‘very reliable and presentable’. He is now offering it complete with sunroof, auxiliary driving lights, radio/cassette, floor mats and its original bill of sale and specification, plus a degree of history.
Designed in-house by Spen King, David Bache and Gordon Bashford, the P6 bristled with innovation and was rightly the winner of the first ever European Car of the Year Award. Its monocoque shell featured bolt-on panels, braking was by discs all-round and the steering by Marles worm and roller, while the fully independent suspension comprised a novel de Dion arrangement at the rear and an equally unique rocker system operating horizontally-mounted coil springs at the front. The car was initially powered by a 1978cc (hence the 2000 name) OHC in-line four-cylinder unit of 90bhp. Some 322,302 P6 Rovers of varying engine capacity were produced before the range was superseded by the SD1 in 1977.
In summary:
- A very tidy four-owner, 38,991-mile example
- Comes complete with sunroof, auxiliary lights and radio/cassette
- Has stainless steel exhaust and new brakes, tyres, and battery
'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 £4,275
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
Registration - BFH 228J
Chassis No. - 40062857K
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 38,000
The design of Rover’s P6 model was ahead of its time and the clean lines of this lovely 2000 still look fresh today. Its beige paintwork is twinned with a black leather interior, the passenger seats of which look as though they’ve barely been sat on. The car’s had just four keepers from new, (the first two of whom were husband and wife) and the quartet have accrued a very modest total of 38,991 miles between them. Within the last few years it has been treated to a stainless steel exhaust system, while the water pump, brakes, tyres and battery have all been replaced with new items. The vendor currently rates the 2-litre engine and four-speed manual transmission as ‘excellent’ and the bodywork, paintwork and upholstery as ‘good’, and says ‘BFH 228J’ is ‘very reliable and presentable’. He is now offering it complete with sunroof, auxiliary driving lights, radio/cassette, floor mats and its original bill of sale and specification, plus a degree of history.
Designed in-house by Spen King, David Bache and Gordon Bashford, the P6 bristled with innovation and was rightly the winner of the first ever European Car of the Year Award. Its monocoque shell featured bolt-on panels, braking was by discs all-round and the steering by Marles worm and roller, while the fully independent suspension comprised a novel de Dion arrangement at the rear and an equally unique rocker system operating horizontally-mounted coil springs at the front. The car was initially powered by a 1978cc (hence the 2000 name) OHC in-line four-cylinder unit of 90bhp. Some 322,302 P6 Rovers of varying engine capacity were produced before the range was superseded by the SD1 in 1977.
In summary:
- A very tidy four-owner, 38,991-mile example
- Comes complete with sunroof, auxiliary lights and radio/cassette
- Has stainless steel exhaust and new brakes, tyres, and battery
'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: September 2022 Classics Auction, 28th Sep, 2022
Our September 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).
There will be free parking for auction attendees.
Entries are now being invited, and sellers will benefit from Hampson’s unique offering of zero entry fee and 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:
Tuesday 27th September 2pm - 7pm
Wednesday 28th September 9am - 1pm
Mavericks
8 Moyston Road Business Park
Llannerch-y-Môr,
Holywell
CH8 9DQ
Viewing
Viewing Days:
Tuesday 27th September 2pm - 7pm
Wednesday 28th September 9am - 1pm
Mavericks
8 Moyston Road Business Park
Llannerch-y-Môr,
Holywell
CH8 9DQ
Fill in the form below and one of our team will get in touch with a no-obligation valuation. We will also take you through the consignment and valuation process, to enable you to make an informed decision.
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