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£18,000

1972 Rover P6 4500 S

United Kingdom • 29 Jul 2026 • Lot 69

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AI Listing Summary

This unique, show-winning Rover P6 4500S, affectionately known as 'Beastie', features a powerful 4.5-litre V8 Stage 3 engine mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox and power steering. Meticulously restored in the late 1990s and recently serviced, it presents in exceptional condition with a distinctive Almond finish, Huntsman Roof, and Sandalwood interior, making it a highly desirable classic.

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Condition 

8

The car has undergone an extensive restoration in the late 1990s and was recently serviced with minor age-related paint blemishes rectified. It is described as a show-winning car with a luxurious interior and eye-catching exterior, suggesting it is in excellent condition with minimal imperfections.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

48102943A

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

Reg Number:

MBD 307K

RHD/LHD:

RHD

• A unique example and known as ‘Beastie’ • 4.5-litre V8 Stage 3 mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox with power steering • Subject to an extensive restoration in the late 1990s when the transformation took place • Finished in Almond with a Huntsman Roof and Sandalwood Boxpleat ambla interior The last P-Series Rover, the P6 was introduced in October 1963.

Designed by Spen King, David Bache and Gordon Bashford, it featured a pontoon chassis, independent front suspension and four-wheel disc brakes.

Winner of the first European Car of the Year Award in four-cylinder guise, the P6 was optioned with 3.5-litre V8 power from 1968.

Equipped with standard three-speed automatic transmission, Motor magazine achieved 0-60mph in 9.5 seconds and 117mph.

Launched in 1970, MKII variants had boot-mounted batteries, power bulge bonnets and revised rear lights.

The Rover enthusiasts amongst you will know that Rover never made a 4500S.

However, this unique vehicle is the result of a full nut and bolt r...

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£2,689

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£6,020

Median Price (Since 2020)

£18,000

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