1969 Rover P5B Coupe

Description

Restoration in circa 2019-2020; showing just 9,757 miles; V8 3.5 Litre Coupé model; genuine show-quality car that was driven to the sale and turns heads, ready to be enjoyed by its next custodian.

First registered in August 1969, this exceptional Rover P5B V8 3.5 Litre Coupé is surely among the finest examples of the model available today. The odometer currently displays just 9,757 miles, which we understand is believed to represent the mileage covered since the completion of its restoration in circa 2019-2020.

Its reported that the car was subject to comprehensive restoration by a respected marque specialist. The body was stripped back to bare metal throughout, including the underside, with very little welding required thanks to the remarkably sound condition of the original structure. Following this, the car was professionally refinished and extensively treated with Dinitrol rust protection.

An extensive list of restoration works includes over £3,500 spent on New Old Stock chrome components, many of which are now extremely difficult to source. A NOS mild steel exhaust system was fitted, while the cylinder heads, power steering pump and automatic gearbox were all professionally reconditioned. The front suspension was completely rebuilt and powder-coated, complemented by new front brake discs, an uprated radiator and a full set of whitewall tyres, spare excepted. The rear springs were dismantled and restored as part of the rebuild.

The interior presents to an outstanding standard, having had the leather and wooden veneers restored to concours condition by acknowledged specialists. It features the desirable early-style front seats (with headrests) and remains in virtually unmarked condition throughout. The wood veneer was refinished to way beyond factory spec by Chapman & Cliff, former Rolls-Royce craftsmen, while the headlining and trim were renewed using premium quality materials, carefully colour matched throughout the cabin.

Accompanying the car are its V5C registration document, a previous MOT certificate and a file of invoices that cover some of the restoration and maintenance work.

Reportedly costing in excess of £35,000 to restore, this beautifully presented P5B Coupé is a highly attractive example of Rover's flagship sporting saloon, offering exceptional presence, quality and craftsmanship. A genuine show-quality car that was driven to the sale and turns heads, ready to be enjoyed by its next custodian.

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