Lot Ended
Description
Showing only 27,540 miles;
only year of P4 where the handbrake was fitted to the side of the driver’s seat;
handsome and full of traditional British character, this Rover 60 represents an
appealing opportunity to acquire one of the finest post-war saloons of its
generation
Few British cars of the 1950s combined dignity, comfort
and engineering integrity quite so successfully as the Rover P4. Dubbed the
"Auntie Rover" by enthusiasts, these handsome saloons earned a reputation for
reliability, refinement and quality that made them a favourite with professional
drivers, company directors and discerning private owners alike.
First
registered in September 1954, this Rover 60 is finished in timeless black, a
colour that suits the car's elegant lines particularly well. The exterior is
complemented by a lovely tan interior which provides a warm and inviting
contrast, creating exactly the sort of understated luxury for which Rover became
renowned during this period.
Powered by the model's smooth and dependable
four-cylinder engine, the Rover 60 offers relaxed classic motoring with ample
charm and road presence. Today, the P4 remains one of the most usable British
classics of its era, benefiting from excellent club support and a reputation for
robust mechanicals.
The car currently displays 27,540 miles, although, as
always with a vehicle of this age, the mileage cannot be warranted. The current
V5C records the Rover as a Historic Vehicle and shows just seven former keepers,
suggesting a relatively small number of custodians over its 70-plus-year
life.
Rare 1954 60. The only year of P4 where the handbrake was fitted to
the side of the driver’s seat with a normal hand pull as opposed to the
shepherd’s crook fitted in all other models. This and it being a 60 makes it a
quite a rare and interesting model.
Accompanying the vehicle is a history
file including the current V5C, five previous MOT certificates and a collection
of invoices documenting maintenance and expenditure over the years.
Solid,
handsome and full of traditional British character, this Rover 60 represents an
appealing opportunity to acquire one of the finest post-war saloons of its
generation. Equally at home at classic car shows, club events or gentle weekend
tours, it offers all the qualities that have made the P4 such an enduring
favourite among enthusiasts
Contact:
david.tassell@brightwells.com