220 Coupe Turbo (9K miles!)

VVC-Geeza · 13th October 2011, 21:04

This is potentially for sale.Nothing to do with me and I don't know the owner, but if anyone has a genuine interest I'm happy to pass details on.On the surface it sounds like a unique opportunity for someone.Pic's on request I believe.

Coppied from another forum.....

by » Wed Oct 12, 2011 3:39 pm
Hi All

My dad owns a (FDH) Rover Turbo Coupe, he has had this car from new and currently has aprrox 9000 miles on it.....yes you read right !!!

This vehicle is like brand new it has been garaged all its life its has mats on its carpet mats to protect them LOL....my dad has made sure this car is like the day he purchased it...

Its is Thaiti blue with full Grey leather, due to it being the Jap spec it has 6 cd player and third level brake light.

It has FSH with Rover but has been stored the last 4 years. My dad has mentioned selling it due to illness but is not really sure of its value.

As you can all understand this car is not a £2000 turbo ! Its is like brand new never been modified. I was wondered if anyone may have an idea of what the vehicle could fetch wether it be at a Classic Auction or privately.

Many Thanks
Tara

empsburna · 14th October 2011, 08:28

I said I would never have another one, but this might be too good to pass on.

Can you send me some more details pleas Mick?

Thanks,

Paul

empsburna · 14th October 2011, 08:29

Just spotted the thread on RCOC.

VVC-Geeza · 14th October 2011, 09:02

The owner has apparently declined an offer of 6K Paul

empsburna · 14th October 2011, 09:04

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Originally Posted by VVC-Geeza

The owner has apparently declined an offer of 6K Paul

2/3/4k I could handle, but when I saw 6k I nearly spat my morning coffee over the keyboard!

Tim_Burgess · 14th October 2011, 11:50

I love these cars and good ones are getting so hard to find. How do you put a value and an example like this?

I'd have another one in a heartbeat, but one like this I'd be afraid to use in anger.

ashleywood.ash · 14th October 2011, 13:18

I agree its hard to price, but how can someone say they have no idea of its value, and ask what it is worth and then reject 6k?

yes probably a 1 off car, but only to the right person who is willing to pay. I would suggest the price depends on how quick he wants to sell, he may have to wait a long time to achieve the right price me thinks

VVC-Geeza · 14th October 2011, 15:41

I'm biased about these cars having owned one from when it was less than a year old,12 years in December.I loved them from the moment I first saw one,pace and beuty rolled into one (imo).What is this top spec full Rover history 9K miler worth?Only one answer really,what someone is prepared to pay for it.If I was in the market for one I would be prepared to pay 6K + for it (subject to detailed inspection) as it will be a very very long time before another like this crops up.200bhp standard from the factory,0-60 6.2 seconds,the fastest production Rover ever produced.For those who have never been for a spin in one of these,the performance is truely exhilarating.I would agree that to some it's just an old rover regardless of it's mileage and condition,to others like myself it's a rare opportunity to own something truely beutiful.Just my ten pence worth of course

James.uk · 14th October 2011, 16:10

I once bought a 12 year old 420G Daimler auto in Bournemouth, with 14K on the clock and full service history etc. one lady owner from new, lovely car with all the bits.. The car was light Blue so I put a gold coach line down each side and took it to "Top car sales" at Brighouse.

It failed to meet it's £1000 reserve the first time, so I took the reserve off and put it through again, it finally sold for £910

I gave £800 for it originally, and thought I stole it...

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StuBlake13 · 14th October 2011, 21:17

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Originally Posted by VVC-Geeza

I'm biased about these cars having owned one from when it was less than a year old,12 years in December.I loved them from the moment I first saw one,pace and beuty rolled into one (imo).What is this top spec full Rover history 9K miler worth?Only one answer really,what someone is prepared to pay for it.If I was in the market for one I would be prepared to pay 6K + for it (subject to detailed inspection) as it will be a very very long time before another like this crops up.200bhp standard from the factory,0-60 6.2 seconds,the fastest production Rover ever produced.For those who have never been for a spin in one of these,the performance is truely exhilarating.I would agree that to some it's just an old rover regardless of it's mileage and condition,to others like myself it's a rare opportunity to own something truely beutiful.Just my ten pence worth of course

Where is the Facebook style Like button for this forum. Couldn't agree more.

13th October 2011, 21:04	#1
VVC-Geeza This is my second home 2005 Connoisseur SE 1.8 Turbo,2004 45 1.8 Connoisseur and my beloved 1998 VVC Coupe. Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Derby. Posts: 8,839 Thanks: 2,022 Thanked 1,016 Times in 739 Posts	220 Coupe Turbo (9K miles!) This is potentially for sale.Nothing to do with me and I don't know the owner, but if anyone has a genuine interest I'm happy to pass details on.On the surface it sounds like a unique opportunity for someone.Pic's on request I believe. Coppied from another forum..... by » Wed Oct 12, 2011 3:39 pm Hi All My dad owns a (FDH) Rover Turbo Coupe, he has had this car from new and currently has aprrox 9000 miles on it.....yes you read right !!! This vehicle is like brand new it has been garaged all its life its has mats on its carpet mats to protect them LOL....my dad has made sure this car is like the day he purchased it... Its is Thaiti blue with full Grey leather, due to it being the Jap spec it has 6 cd player and third level brake light. It has FSH with Rover but has been stored the last 4 years. My dad has mentioned selling it due to illness but is not really sure of its value. As you can all understand this car is not a £2000 turbo ! Its is like brand new never been modified. I was wondered if anyone may have an idea of what the vehicle could fetch wether it be at a Classic Auction or privately. Many Thanks Tara __________________ Last edited by VVC-Geeza; 13th October 2011 at 22:08..

14th October 2011, 09:02	#4
VVC-Geeza This is my second home 2005 Connoisseur SE 1.8 Turbo,2004 45 1.8 Connoisseur and my beloved 1998 VVC Coupe. Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Derby. Posts: 8,839 Thanks: 2,022 Thanked 1,016 Times in 739 Posts	The owner has apparently declined an offer of 6K Paul __________________

14th October 2011, 11:50	#6
Tim_Burgess This is my second home 1999 75 Connoisseur SE 2.5, 2000 75 Classic SE 2.0, 2012 Lancia Delta 3, 2016 Dacia Sandero Ambiance Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Kilcreggan Posts: 3,191 Thanks: 334 Thanked 334 Times in 162 Posts	I love these cars and good ones are getting so hard to find. How do you put a value and an example like this? I'd have another one in a heartbeat, but one like this I'd be afraid to use in anger. __________________ *The fact there's a highway to hell and only a stairway to heaven says a lot about anticipated traffic numbers.*.

14th October 2011, 15:41	#8
VVC-Geeza This is my second home 2005 Connoisseur SE 1.8 Turbo,2004 45 1.8 Connoisseur and my beloved 1998 VVC Coupe. Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Derby. Posts: 8,839 Thanks: 2,022 Thanked 1,016 Times in 739 Posts	I'm biased about these cars having owned one from when it was less than a year old,12 years in December.I loved them from the moment I first saw one,pace and beuty rolled into one (imo).What is this top spec full Rover history 9K miler worth?Only one answer really,what someone is prepared to pay for it.If I was in the market for one I would be prepared to pay 6K + for it (subject to detailed inspection) as it will be a very very long time before another like this crops up.200bhp standard from the factory,0-60 6.2 seconds,the fastest production Rover ever produced.For those who have never been for a spin in one of these,the performance is truely exhilarating.I would agree that to some it's just an old rover regardless of it's mileage and condition,to others like myself it's a rare opportunity to own something truely beutiful.Just my ten pence worth of course __________________ Last edited by VVC-Geeza; 14th October 2011 at 15:43..

14th October 2011, 08:28	#2
empsburna Gets stuck in Other Manufacturer Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: The Black Country Posts: 716 Thanks: 0 Thanked 28 Times in 3 Posts	I said I would never have another one, but this might be too good to pass on. Can you send me some more details pleas Mick? Thanks, Paul

14th October 2011, 08:29	#3
empsburna Gets stuck in Other Manufacturer Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: The Black Country Posts: 716 Thanks: 0 Thanked 28 Times in 3 Posts	Just spotted the thread on RCOC.

14th October 2011, 13:18	#7
ashleywood.ash Loves to post ZT-T Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Sheffield Posts: 475 Thanks: 0 Thanked 36 Times in 23 Posts	I agree its hard to price, but how can someone say they have no idea of its value, and ask what it is worth and then reject 6k? yes probably a 1 off car, but only to the right person who is willing to pay. I would suggest the price depends on how quick he wants to sell, he may have to wait a long time to achieve the right price me thinks

14th October 2011, 16:10	#9
James.uk Passed Away 2002 Pale Blue. Rover 75 CDTi Connoisseur auto. 170K miles Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Near the M67. Posts: 14,509 Thanks: 199 Thanked 585 Times in 397 Posts	I once bought a 12 year old 420G Daimler auto in Bournemouth, with 14K on the clock and full service history etc. one lady owner from new, lovely car with all the bits.. The car was light Blue so I put a gold coach line down each side and took it to "Top car sales" at Brighouse. It failed to meet it's £1000 reserve the first time, so I took the reserve off and put it through again, it finally sold for £910 I gave £800 for it originally, and thought I stole it... ...