Full Description

FOR SALE
A flabbergasting Rover Montego 2.0 LXi with a jaw dropping 2,226 miles.

EQUIPMENT
Body-coloured moulded bumpers, front spoiler, laminated windscreen, halogen headlamps, retractable aerial in screen pillar, bronze tinted glass, electric slide/tilt sunroof with interior blind, electrically adjustable twin door mirrors, central locking, electric windows, front and rear head restraints, R562 electronic stereo/radio cassette with 4 speakers, cassette storage, variable delay for the intermittent wipe, illuminated switches, digital clock, tachometer, low oil pressure and fuel lights, cigar lighter, coin tray, boot courtesy lamp, twin-tone horns, adjustable front seat belt upper mounts, remote boot release. Factory Options: Duo-tone paint. Accessories: Montego mud flaps front and rear, side coach line.

EXTERIOR
Prepare to be the star attraction at any classic car show with this unrepeatable Montego with only 2,226 miles! Finished in striking and factory optional duo-tone paint Flame Red/Regent Grey, (Code RWN), the finish has a deep polished shine thanks to garage storage, dry weather use only and of course the exceptionally low 2,226 miles from new. The moulded bumpers and claret bumper/side rubbing strips are straight with no damage and all trim, rubbers and badges are as new. The D-pillar thin black plastic trims have a few hairline stress fractures barely noticeable and all glass is unmarked. The underside, wheel arch apertures and door shuts remain beautifully clean still with factory wax applied. It is difficult to imagine a better example to exist and this one is certainly for the perfection seeking collector!

INTERIOR
The typically opulent Rover interior of this magnificent Montego offers amazing space and the contoured seats are superbly comfortable with hard and soft foams finished in Zenith, (Code LCG). The equipment and clear instrumentation are all operational including the
R562 electronic stereo and there is no damage, cracks or lift to the colour-keyed facia. The moulded headlining is perfect as are the wood veneered inserts with no UV fading, again thanks to careful garage storage from new. The LXi specification includes many luxury features such as electric sunroof, front windows and door mirrors and ingenious quirky features such as the 60/40 split folding rear seat doubling as a mobile office for the executive on the go! A huge 18.4 cu.ft boot is pristine and lifting the boot carpet reveals factory untouched perfection. Probably as close to a new Montego as you could ever achieve?

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The 4-cylinder transverse OHC 1994cc engine with a three-way controlled catalyst produces 103bhp thanks to programmed ignition with electronic fuel injection. A top speed of 112mph and 0-60mph in 9.8 secs is quoted. The unit is eager, quiet and comes with a close-ratio transmission on the fuel-injected 2 litre petrol models. Progress through the gears is smooth and responsive and the exhibitionist will marvel how stunningly original under the bonnet is.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Steel wheels measuring 14inch are graced with unmarked full width wheel trims with 185/65 R14 Uniroyal RainExpert 5 tyres fitted in March 2024 covering less than 30 miles! The servo-assisted, diagonal split dual circuit system with ventilated front disc brakes and drums to the rear, offer assured straight line stopping power with all maintenance up to date.

HISTORY FILE
An amazing history befitting of the car itself. Registered by the Rover Group, Company Vehicle Sales, Canley Road, Coventry on the 27th May 1993. A national advert in the Daily Express from the Hartwell Group was spotted by Mr David Geere for Montego 2.0 LXi’s for £7,999, the press cutting still in the history file. Mr Geere being a big fan of the Montego and wanted to replace his 1986 2.0 HL that had covered 60,000 miles at the time. Knowing that Montego production was soon to end, he called the garage and spoke to the Car Sales Representative, Ted Noble, and posted a £100 cheque deposit along with a typed letter to secure a duo-tone Flame Red example with 24 miles from new. A copy of this letter is also included in the history file. This pre-registered example was transferred to Mr Geere on the 9th October 1993 and he remained the only owner until 2024! After collection he continued to use his ‘old’ Montego expecting it to go wrong, but it never did! As the years rolled by his ‘new’ Montego was rarely needed and became a showpiece used only for classic car shows and national events. Such is his dedication for the marque and after parting with this car in 2024, he kept the 1986 2.0 HL that was intended to be replaced all along! KGF Classic Cars sold this example in 2024 having purchased it directly from Mr Geere and we are now delighted to have it back again ready for the next owner wanting probably the best Montego in existence.

Included in the history file is all the original dealer correspondence including the new vehicle purchase invoice, previous MOT certificates and invoices, all handbooks, manuals and two keys with dealer fobs. In March 2024 the vehicle had a major service to include all fluids, filters and a cambelt and a further service has just been carried out in September 2026. Probably the finest unrestored example with strong provenance and unrepeatable mileage.

MOT April 2027, HPI Clear.