1997 Rover 100 Ascot
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Highlights
- Only 10,821 miles from new
- Only two registered keepers
- Recent £1,400 recommissioning
- MOT to May 2025 with no advisories
- Reported to drive like new
- Perfect starter classic or FOTU star
The Appeal
The Metro was good, very good. Cleverly updating the Mini principle took the fight to the competition and worked so well that it remained in production until the close of the century.
That longevity was helped by a late-in-life refresh that created the Rover 100. New bodywork and a push upmarket coincided with some aspirational trim levels related to British landmark locations. Build quality improved too, making these final cars appealing starter classics.
Low mileage Rover 100s occasionally crop up, but not quite like this one. Its 10,821 miles from new equates to a mere 400 miles a year. Hardly surprising then, that the vendor reports that it drives like.
It has been in the same family for the last 13 years with only one previous keeper. Recently recommissioned at a cost close to £1,400, including a long, advisory-free MOT, it is refreshed and ready for a new life. It would make a great starter classic and certainly deserves a place at the Festival of the Unexceptional.
History and Paperwork
- First registered 30th October 1997
- Two registered keepers
- Current keeper acquired the car in November 2010
- Reported to have been in current family ownership for 13 years
- MOTs for the period 2000 to 2009 except for 2006
- Current MOT valid to 22nd May 2025 with no advisories and 10,783 miles on test
- Reported to have comprehensive service history
- Recent recommissioning work totalling £1,386 shown in photographs
- Timing belt last replaced in 2007 so renewal is recommended based on time
- Some spark plugs replaced due to a previous starting issue
- History of regular oil changes
- Radio removal keys included
- Keys and spare keys plus alarm fob
The Condition
- Original burgundy metallic paintwork which is presentable
- The paintwork is slightly faded in placed with some imperfections as shown
- Bodywork is generally very presentable with apparently solid arches and sills
- Factory standard car including steel wheels with well kept hub caps
- Recently fitted with four new tyres
- Vendor reports that the driver's door glass appears slightly stained
- Underside in very good condition for its age with no structural advisories on MOT
- Well kept Ascot specification interior with beige fabric seats
- Seats show no obvious stains or loosening of fabric and are otherwise very clean
- Interior has some marks on the dashboard above the glovebox
- Small piece of trim missing on the rear passenger offside door internal handle
- Vendor advises that the cabin filter needs replacement
- Radio showing an error code with removal keys supplied
The Mechanics
- 1,120cc 4cyl K-Series engine
- 5spd manual gearbox
- We are told the oil has been changed regularly
- Vendor advises that the timing belt is overdue for renewal
- Recent maintenance summarised below
- Vendor reports that the engine performs well
- Buyers should note that this car has no power steering
- Reported to be very economical
- No mechanical or running gear advisories on current MOT
Recent maintenance includes:
- New fuel pump
- Four new tyres
- Brake overhaul
- Suspension adjustments
- New engine oil and filter
- Wiper blades
- New battery
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Auction Details
- Year 1997
- Make Rover
- Model 100
- Colour Red
- Mileage 10,796 Miles
- Engine size 1120
- Seller Type Private
- Town Malvern
- County Worcestershire
- Country United Kingdom
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Auction ends
8
bids
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bidders
- 777 £800 05/07/24
- Horse H•••• £700 03/07/24
- Gary Co•••• £600 03/07/24
- hoppo1 £500 03/07/24
- hoppo1 £400 03/07/24
- JWMP99 £300 03/07/24
- Idfenn £200 03/07/24
- JWMP99 £100 03/07/24
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