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£1,792
1938 ROVER 12HP SPORTS SALOON
United Kingdom • 13 Apr 2024
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1938 Rover 14/6, a pre-war classic, is offered at No Reserve, presenting an opportunity for enthusiasts. While a running car, it's earmarked for restoration, reflected in its black exterior and dark green leather interior. Recent carburetor work and included spares sweeten the deal, making it a project with potential.

Condition
5
The car is described as a 'running car for restoration,' indicating it's functional but needs work. The listing mentions it was acquired from a deceased estate, suggesting it may have been sitting for a while. The car has had some recent work (carburetor rebuild) and comes with spares, but overall, it's being sold for restoration, meaning it requires more than just minor reconditioning. It probably has moderate wear and cosmetic issues.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
841520
Odometer:
29,000 miles
Reg Number:
ETV 99
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Offered with No Reserve Rover’s 14/6 model was launched in 1934 on a lengthened under-slung chassis but retained its predecessor's 1,577cc, six-cylinder, overhead-valve engine.
The new frame enabled the adoption of low-line bodies, among them attractive ‘streamline’ versions of both saloon and coupé.
Chassis specification included a four-speed freewheel gearbox, hydraulic brakes, Luvax-Bijur automatic lubrication and electric windscreen wipers.
For 1939 the 14hp was revamped with a new 1,901cc ‘six’ developed from the four-cylinder unit of the contemporary Ten.
This example was first registered in April of 1938, finished in black with a dark green leather interior.
The car later found its way to the Isle of Wight where it resided for a number of years before travelling back to the mainland in recent years.
Acquired in 2022 from deceased estate, the Rover has recently had the carburettor rebuilt, is complete with a number of spares, and is being sold as a running car for restorati...
Points of note
£1,792
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£15,700
Median Price (Since 2020)
£26,450
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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