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- 1979 Rover SD1 4600
1979 Rover SD1 4600
Lot Number: 924
1979 Rover SD1 4600
A remarkable SD1 upgraded with an ex-Paris-Dakar, 4.6-litre V8, manual gearbox, modified suspension and more.
- GUIDE PRICE: £10,000 - £12,000
+ buyers premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT) on the first £300,000 of the hammer and 10% plus VAT (12% incl VAT) thereafter
You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Saturday 7th December, 2024 at 12.00pm GMT at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN
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BODY COLOUR
Atlantis Blue -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
AEG 363T -
ODOMETER READING
63793 Miles
SUMMARY
A remarkable SD1 upgraded with an ex-Paris-Dakar, 4.6-litre V8, manual gearbox, modified suspension and more.
DESCRIPTION
- Originally a 3500 SD1 rebuilt around 20 years ago and upgraded with a 4.6-litre V8 apparently once fitted to one of the Paris-Dakar Discovery racers, manual Vitesse gearbox, modified suspension and brakes
- Finished in Atlantis Blue with full blue Vanden Plas leather and matching blue Webasto full-length sunroof
- The engine spec includes; 4.6-litre Paris-Dakar block, cross bolted mains, crank, rods and pistons, modified Vitesse cylinder heads with ARP studs, RPI RP4 cam with duplex steel timing gear, Mocal oil cooler, Edelbrock four-barrel carb and manifold, Carter electronic uprated fuel pump, Mallory ignition with non-resistor plugs, Moroso leads, Rimmer exhaust with heat-wrapped tubular manifolds, 3-core radiator with thermo switch, electric fan, Vitesse transmission and a Helix Motorsport clutch
- Further upgrades include Jamex 60mm springs with adjustable Koni dampers, poly-bushed all round, Jaguar XJS V12 front discs and calipers, aeroquip hoses and Vitesse 15" alloys
- Magazine-featured in Practical Classics March 2004 and Retro Cars Jan 2005 (copy in the file)
- 63,793 miles indicated, MOT until November 2025 (no advisories) and recently serviced
- Supplied with a huge history file, lots of old tax discs including its first, the original 'Passport to Service' and a photo album from 2005 on disc
- A real 'Wolf in Sheep's clothing'
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 924
- Make
- ROVER
- Model
- SD1 4600
- Registration Number
- AEG 363T
- MOT Expiry
- 11/11/2025
- Chassis Number
- RRWVF3AA070122
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Atlantis Blue
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.
CONTACTSEE IT IN ACTION
SEE IT IN ACTION
SCORE:
81 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
Atlantis blue with full blue Vanden Plas leather and matching blue webasto full length sunroof.
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
4.6 Paris Dakar cross bolted block, crank, rods & pistons, modified Vitesse cylinder heads & ARP studs, RPI RP4 cam with duplex steel Timing gear, mocal oil cooler, edelbrock four barrel carb & manifold, Carter electronic uprated fuel pump, Mallory ignition with non resistor plugs, moroso leads, Rimmer exhaust & tubular manifolds heat wrapped. Three core radiator with thermo switch electric fan. Just Serviced.
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Remarks
Vitesse transmission and helix Motorsport clutch.
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
Brakes:
Wheels & Tyres:
Remarks
Jamex 60mm springs with adjustable koni dampers, polybushed all round, Jaguar XJS V12 front discs & calipers, aero quip hoses. Vitesse 15” Alloys.
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Vehicle History
Remarks
Huge history file & lots of old tax discs including its first, and original passport to service. Cobra security with 2 keys & fobs. Featured Practical Classics March 2004 & Retro cars mag featured Jan 2005 copy of Retro cars included. Also included a photo album from 2005 on disc. A well known SD1 club car. Fresh MOT expires 11.11.2025.
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Vehicles can be collected from the Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN on Sunday 8th December between 10am and 3pm and Monday 9th December between 9am and 1pm.
Our transport partner, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.
Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of the WEC by 1pm on Monday 9th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £175 plus VAT for a standard size vehicle or £275 plus VAT for a large vehicle (transit van/campervan etc.). Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
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