Produced from 1992 to 1996 as part of the R8 generation 200, the two-door, five-seater convertible variant had attractive lines and excellent accommodation, with a rollover bar for added safety.

The 1.6 litre, 16-valve engine developed some 120 bhp, sufficient for a claimed maximum speed of 118mph and 0-62mph time of just 9.6 seconds, 34 mpg being apparently achievable too.

It had the option of a five-speed manual gearbox or an automatic gearbox.

Finished in Nightfire Red with a Cream cloth interior, ‘L101 UKV’ is equipped with automatic transmission plus the benefit of a Red electric soft-top and hood cover.

Clearly a well-looked after example, we are informed that unfortunately, a previous keeper mislaid the service history.

Displaying a credible 82,200 miles and showing just 5 former keepers on HPI, the Rover was running well during our recent photography session.

Riding on period correct alloy wheels, it is hoped that the Cabriolet will possess a fresh MOT certificate by the ...