Description
Rover P4 100 | 1961
Highlights:
– 2.6-litre six-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a manual transmission
– Complete restoration carried out after import from England in 1988, including a fully dismantled body and galvanised chassis
– Engine rebuilt in 1996; full mechanical overhaul completed in 2021 by Rover specialist Berry Smink, with new tyres fitted
– Finished in two-tone grey
– In the same ownership since 1988
The seller offers for sale this 1961 Rover P4 100, powered by a 2.6-litre six-cylinder engine, paired with a manual transmission. Finished in two-tone grey, this Rover P4 was imported from England in 1988, at which point it underwent a complete restoration: the body was fully dismantled and the chassis was galvanised, with photographs of the process still available. The engine was rebuilt in 1996, and in 2021 the car underwent a complete mechanical overhaul at Berry Smink, a specialist in Rover vehicles, at which time new tyres were also fitted; around €7,500 was spent on mechanical restoration and refurbishment that year alone. The current owner has had the car since 1988 and reports that it drives well, with good acceleration, now offering it for sale due to a lack of space following an upcoming move.
Introduced in 1949 and produced until 1964, the Rover P4 became known for its solid build quality, distinctive styling and cabin comfort, cementing Rover’s reputation as a maker of dependable, well-engineered saloons for the professional classes. Offered over the years with a range of four- and six-cylinder engines identified by their approximate horsepower, the P4 100 sits within the later, more powerful part of the range, combining the model’s traditional character with improved performance. Nicknamed the “Auntie Rover” for its upright, old-fashioned styling even in period, the P4 has since become a well-regarded and usable classic, valued for its comfortable cabin and unhurried, dependable driving character.
Beneath the bonnet, the six-cylinder engine drives through a manual gearbox, delivering the smooth, relaxed performance the P4 range was known for, while the spacious cabin and three-box saloon body make the car well suited to longer journeys. Having remained with the same owner since 1988 and benefited from a thorough restoration followed by further mechanical attention in more recent years, this Rover P4 100 offers a well-documented and usable entry into classic British motoring.
Condition of the bodywork & paint
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
Condition of the interior
3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.
Technical condition
4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing.
Overall condition
4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.
This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.
