1956 Rover 90 (P4)

Highlights

• Rare flat-panel front with later rear light setup
• Featured in Classic Car Weekly magazine in October 2025
• Recently underwent structural work, with photographic record
• Original radio with professional Bluetooth conversion

The Appeal

Gaining a reputation for fuss-free running and a legendary stoicism, the Rover P4 was declared 'The Auntie Rover' for its purely unflappable nature. These cars were well-built, luxurious and capable, and soon hit the market in all manner of capacities - including a couple of gas turbine tests. This was a truly rock-solid day-to-day car for royalty, for the executive and - of course - the well-to-do.
This particular 1956 example stands out as a particularly rare, handsome survivor, featuring the car's rare flat-panel front combined with the later rear light setup. Having undergone significant structural restoration while maintaining its period charm, this has proven a very capable classic while in its current ownership, and is now ready and waiting for its lucky new owner.

History and Paperwork

• First registered in 1956
• The DVLA records 3 former keepers
• In current ownership since 2024
• Indicates circa 50,000 miles
• This is unwarranted, though the vendor believes it to be accurate, as the car reportedly spent 10 years off the road
• Featured in Classic Car Weekly magazine (October 2025)
• No history prior to the previous owner
• Serviced every 5 months

The Condition

• Presents well for a 70-year-old vehicle
• One small dent on the near-side driver's door
• Two dents on the boot lid
• Some bubbling on the fuel filler door
• Few marks and paint losses that could be addressed with polish and touch-up
• Rusty sills, inner arches, and pillar bases professionally replaced/restored
• New door hinges and structural door hinge strengtheners installed
• Original brown leather with natural patina, revitalized and soft
• Some rough patches on the bottom of door cards, but overall in very good order
• Period carpets in very good condition, recently reconditioned
• Original radio with professional Bluetooth conversion
• Functioning radio controls
• All gauges and gauge lights work properly
• Speedometer accurate to +/-1 mph

The Mechanics

• 2,638cc straight-six petrol engine
• 4-speed manual transmission with Laycock Overdrive
• Engine has reportedly covered 5,000 miles in the last year
• Fan, water pump, and electrical systems all reportedly working well
• Professionally converted to negative earth
• New brake lines throughout
• Brake cylinders professionally reconditioned and sleeved by 2nd Generation Brake Specialist in Omagh
• The vendor reports that the car is comfortable, capable and keeps up well with traffic

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