1976 Rover 3500

Even hardened P6 enthusiasts could be forgiven for not having heard of the VIP model. With just 77 built (one for each Rover main dealer) and supplied to each branch manager rather being put into stock immediately, their profile remains low to this day. The auctioneer advises just seven are thought to have survived from the 44 Platinum Silver and 33 Brasilia Brown built but this fast-road spec car, subject to a £40,000 restoration over two years, has had a colour change to light metallic blue.