1980 Rover SD1 3500 Series 1 - Manual

Description

Early Series 1 example of Rover’s David Bache-designed SD1, winner of the 1977 European Car of the Year Award, with just three former owners from new and low indicated mileage
Powered by the Buick-derived 3,528cc V8 engine driving through a desirable 5-speed manual gearbox
Finished in Richelieu Red with a Coriander interior, a striking and period-correct colour combination, presented in excellent order throughout
Extensive history file including the original Service Passport and supporting documentation
Recommissioned by RPI Engineering including engine and gearbox work, Piper 270 camshaft, new bearings, advanced electronic ignition and renewed brake lines (£6,476 invoice included)
Displayed at the 2025 NEC Classic Motor Show and featured in the forthcoming book Rover Design and Engineering by John Pressnell
Selection of spare parts included in the sale, to be collected from the vendor by the successful purchaser
This example represents a rare opportunity to acquire a particularly well-kept and highly usable Series 1 SD1 with strong provenance and careful specialist attention