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- 1997 Rover Metro 1.4 Cabriolet - 11,542 Miles
1997 Rover Metro 1.4 Cabriolet - 11,542 Miles
Lot Number: 170
1997 Rover Metro 1.4 Cabriolet - 11,542 Miles
A rather cool 'wind in the hair' city car with just 11,542 miles from new.
- Sold for an undisclosed sum.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 9th December, 2023 at 11.45am GMT at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN
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BODY COLOUR
Quick Silver -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
P480 LJH -
ODOMETER READING
11542 Miles
SUMMARY
A rather cool 'wind in the hair' city car with just 11,542 miles from new.
DESCRIPTION
- Finished in Platinum with a Granite interior and hood
- Just one previous UK keeper
- 74bhp from its 1,396cc inline-four 5-speed manual gearbox and front-wheel drive
- Exceptionally low-mileage – 11,542 miles at the time of viewing
- Electric roof and windows
- In superb condition throughout
- An ideal addition to any Rover Collection
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 170
- Make
- ROVER
- Model
- METRO 1.4 CABRIOLET
- Registration Number
- P480 LJH
- MOT Expiry
- 27/01/2024
- Chassis Number
- SAXXPKBWDBD103850
- Engine Number
- 14K2DK38 289756
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Quick Silver
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Charles Smalley
- Car Specialist
- 07421 007866
- charles@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Charles.
CONTACTSCORE:
109 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
An original and rare Metro Convertible with exceptionally low mileage
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
Exceptionally low mileage
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
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Wheels & Tyres:
Remarks
Condition comensurate with mileage
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Vehicle History
Restoration Notes
Unrestored, all original.
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 10th December between 10am and 3pm and Monday 11th 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 11th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £150 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
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