1938 Rover 10 P1 Saloon | Brightwells | Auction Ends: Wed 16th Sept

1,344cc four-cylinder engine; appears to have been registered to the same family since 1978; showing 84,710 miles; interesting period rally history; original handbook and photographs; registered as ACL 644

First registered on 13th January 1938, this Rover 10 P1 is an appealing example of Rover's pre-war saloon, powered by the 1,344cc four-cylinder petrol engine and carrying chassis number 801700.

The car is understood to have been family owned since 1978, representing an unusually long period of ownership for a car of this age. The accompanying history includes an original handbook together with a small selection of photographs.

Of particular interest is evidence that the Rover took part in the Grand Radio Norfolk Old Car Rally in around 1961, providing a fascinating glimpse into its life as a historic vehicle more than six decades ago.

Finished in blue, the car presents in a suitably patinated condition, with the paintwork showing the marks and signs of age expected of an 88-year-old vehicle. The blue leather interior is similarly aged but retains plenty of period character. Equipped with trafficators, hinged windscreen, sunroof, there are now 84,710 miles showing.

The Rover has been started and driven while on site, and during our time with it the engine appeared to tick over as it should, although is unlikely to have been used regularly in recent years. The bodywork is marked in places, as can be seen in the photos, but this is consistent with its age.

The car is MoT exempt and comes with a current-style V5C registration document.

A charming and increasingly uncommon pre-war Rover, with long-term ownership. An honest, usable example that would make an excellent addition to a collection of pre-war British cars.

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