1924 Rover 14HP Tourer | Brightwells | Auction Ends: Wed 28th Oct

Showing 36,241 miles; remarkable 60-year ownership; wonderfully characterful and highly presentable pre-war tourer; starting and driving

Here we have a fantastically handsome 1924 Rover 14HP Tourer, powered by its 2,297cc petrol engine and finished in an attractive maroon and black colour scheme that perfectly complements its elegant vintage styling.

This charming Rover has been cherished by its current owner for an extraordinary 60 years, having been acquired in 1966 from the executors of an estate after being discovered tucked away in a garage during a house clearance. Following its purchase, the car was restored to full working order and went on to enjoy an active life, including service as a wedding car throughout the 1970s.

Adding further to its delightful history, the Rover became a familiar sight in the Halesowen area each Christmas, transporting "Uncle Holly" (Father Christmas's assistant) as he distributed gift parcels to local children visiting the Co-op department store.

Showing 36,241 miles, this much-loved Rover has clearly benefited from careful ownership and ongoing maintenance throughout the vendor's lengthy custodianship. The modern V5C records just one former keeper, reflecting the remarkable continuity of ownership enjoyed by the car over the last six decades.

The history file includes the V5C registration document, showing only one former keeper and confiriming the vehicle is registered as a historic vehicle, two previous MOT certificates, a collection of period photographs and a selection of invoices dating from 1967 through to 1970. A new battery was fitted in July 2026.

As can be seen in the accompanying photographs and video, the Rover starts readily and was driven around the site during cataloguing, demonstrating that it remains a usable and enjoyable vintage motor car. Its handsome appearance, mellow character and evident long-term care make it an enticing proposition for vintage motoring enthusiasts.

With fascinating provenance, an engaging local history, remarkable 60-year ownership and an eminently usable nature, this attractive Rover 14HP Tourer represents a rare opportunity to acquire a genuine vintage motor car that has been loved, cherished and enjoyed for generations.

A wonderfully characterful and highly presentable pre-war tourer, equally suited to rallies, shows, wedding work or simply enjoying the pleasures of vintage motoring.

Contact: david.tassell@brightwells.com