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1969 ROVER P5B CARAVANETTE
Registration: MBF 132H
Chassis Number: 84503335
Engine Number: 84015064
Number of cylinders: 8
CC: 3500
Year of Manufacture: 1969
No Reserve
First registered in 1969 this Rover
P5B Coupe was sold to it's second of, we believe, four registered
keepers in 1971 and he made the unusual decision to mount a one off hand
built Caravanette frame onto the chassis of the P5. The conversion was
obviously a success as he enjoyed many years of touring in the West
Country and extensively on the Continent.
Sadly, however, having purchased the
vehicle in 1996 the current owner quickly established that the
caravanette structure had succumbed to the rigours of corrosion and wood
worm and needed to be rebuilt. The framework, ceiling and most of the
cladding was replaced and resprayed and it seemed an ideal time to
modernise the interior and kitchen area. The wiring was also brought up
to date enabling the lighting to be run from a 12 volt or 240 volt
external feed with all the appropriate cut outs etc.
Having owned the vehicle for 19 years
the interior has been redecorated a couple of times and as recently as
last year was treated to new wallpaper, fittings and bed cover.
The Rover P5 is a well respected classic
and the vendor believes this to be the only one fitted with a hand
built body in this style and it certainly attracts interest wherever it
is seen.
Included in the sale are certificates
and rally plates from 1999 London to Brighton Classics, a David Bache
award plate from the Rover P5 Owners Club in 2001 and a large framed
photo collection showing the original construction of the caravan body.
Potential purchasers are advised to
inspect the condition of the frame and supporting structures to
establish how much refurbishment may be required.
This vehicle is offered for sale with No Reserve and has a current MOT Certificate expiring on 21/10/2015.Once refurbished and decorated in your own style, this vehicle
represents an ideal opportunity to enjoy many years of classic holidays
and weekend breaks. Viewing recommended
Office Fax: +44 (0) 1926 641 239
Office Email: enquiries@silverstoneauctions.com
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