£5,750 (Est: £6,000 - £7,000)
1972 Rover P6 3500 V8 Classy looking V8 engined British classic with plenty of history
United Kingdom • 14 Feb 2026 • Lot 201
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1972 Rover P6 3500 V8, a well-documented British classic with only two previous owners, presents attractively with a recent service and brake overhaul. While the exterior shows some age and the interior could use some attention, its strong history, original features, and sensible estimate make it a practical and appealing classic.
Condition
6
The car is described as having an attractive patina, but the paint is a little flat in places, and the interior is aged, suggesting moderate wear. The description mentions some signs of age on the exterior and that the seats would benefit from a leather feed. These factors indicate the car is in 'Good' condition, requiring some reconditioning.
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Automatic
Transmission:
45112549B
Chassis No:
Odometer:
77,000 miles
HGC147K
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
The Rover P6, introduced in 1963, was a revolutionary executive saloon that showcased Rover’s forward-thinking engineering and design.
Known officially as the Rover 2000 at launch, it featured a unitary body with bolt-on panels, four-wheel disc brakes (unusual for the era), a de Dion rear suspension setup, and a safety-conscious interior that earned it the first-ever ‘European Car of the Year’ award in 1964.
Produced until 1977, the P6 was admired for its blend of innovation, comfort, and understated style, becoming a favourite among professionals and even serving as a police pursuit vehicle in V8 form.
Today, it is remembered as one of Rover’s finest achievements and a symbol of the brand’s engineering ambition during its peak years.
We are pleased to offer this 1972 Rover 3500 in Mexico Brown with buckskin interior.
The Heritage Certificate on file indicates that this is a UK RHD home market example, built on 29 th March 1972, and supplied by Henlys in Watford on the 30 th March...
Points of note
£806
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£6,199
Median Price (Since 2020)
£29,509
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Jul 26 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
75,898 miles
Registration Date
1972-04-14
MOT History
Passed
On Jul 03 2025 with 75,898 miles
Passed
On Jul 13 2024 with 71,388 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))
- Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))
- Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Passed
On Jul 20 2023 with 71,275 miles
Passed
On Jul 27 2022 with 71,207 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- corrosion to rear inner wheel arch to body upper and by suspension tie rods mounts
Passed
On Jun 16 2021 with 71,083 miles
Passed
On Jul 06 2020 with 71,029 miles
Passed
On Sep 17 2019 with 70,969 miles
Passed
On Jul 20 2018 with 70,925 miles
Failed
On Jul 20 2018 with 70,925 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Passed
On Aug 14 2017 with 70,858 miles
Passed
On Jul 14 2011 with 70 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
- Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Failed
On Jul 14 2011 with 70 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
- Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Passed
On Dec 11 2008 with 70,688 miles
Passed
On Dec 21 2007 with 70,627 miles
Passed
On Sep 06 2006 with 70,596 miles
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