1998 Rare Rover 820 Vitesse Coupe - show history For Sale

After much deliberation, I have decided to part with my Rover Coupe. I’ve owned the car since 2013, and over that time I have carried a lot of work to bring it upto a very high standard. This car has appeared in Practical Classics and the NEC car show.

For those of you who know this product, the 800 coupe was inspired by the Rover P5b coupe. However, in reality, there is only one outer panel shared with the saloon and fastback 800 models. These vehicles were more or less hand-built at the Cowley plant and sold in very low numbers. This example is the Vitesse model, fitted with the Rover T series engine, turbocharged to give a lively performance. All of this model were manual, fitted with a limited slip differential and tuned suspension, giving excellent handling but maintaining the smooth ride expected from such a prestigious car. This particular car, registered in early 1998 is finished in Caymen Blue metallic with light grey leather and has the usual refinements of a sunroof, air conditioning, twin electric & heated front seats, cd changer and front fog lamps. It has its original service book and owners manual, in a leather wallet. The vehicle also has a large history pack, detailing the work done to it:
Full respray, including replacement of both front wings and LH with genuine new factory parts. This is because there was some corrosion and it was thought better to replace than treat. At that time, it also had one replacement sill. Wherever possible, any rubber seal was replaced with genuine new old stock parts. Anyone who knows these cars will be aware that due to their nature of construction, they do corrode. I took the opportunity to make sure this vehicle was retreated to protect it as well as possible for the future.
All alloy wheels refurbished and tyres replaced with brand new Pirelli P zero tyres
Gearbox rebuilt to avoid the issue with differential bearings. New clutch
Replacement front driveshafts and wheel bearings
Head removed and exhaust manifold threads repaired and modified stud kit fitted – to avoid the common gasket failure. Head gasket was replaced and head overhauled to avoid the normal oil leaks.
New Waterpump and alternator.
Air conditioning regassed.
As anyone can imagine, many thousands have been spent on the car, far in excess of its value. However, as you will see from the mileage, the car is not getting used and enjoyed. I have many other projects and feel it is time for this unique car to be enjoyed by someone else. You will not find another one like it

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