A Range Rover once used by Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom is for sale. Bramley Auctioneers has advertised the Loire blue Range Rover, complete with white leather interior, on their website for 224,850 pounds (more than 2 crores). The auction firm also posted photographs of the automobile on Instagram, with former US President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama sitting inside. Notably, the vehicle was part of the royal household fleet in 2016 and 2017.
“Fabulous to be able to offer one of our very favorite cars to market once more, the Ex HRH Queen Elizabeth II Range Rover SDV8 Autobiography LWB. This exquisite example has the finest of provenance and would make for an exceptionally special addition to any collection,” the auction house wrote on Instagram.
The car, touted as a “true land yacht” on the official website, was designed particularly for royal use. It is outfitted with adaptable lighting, specifically adapted fixed stairs, and police emergency illumination, as well as changes requested by the late king to make the vehicle more accessible.
“This fabulous motorcar has been finished in Black Diamond and has been paired with a sumptuous black leather interior, working harmoniously with the special Black Badge Carbon Fibre trim,” the description of the car reads.
The website also lists the “optional extras” included in the vehicle. They are “Shooting Star Headliner, RR Monograms to Headrests, Massage Seats, Privacy Glass, Driver Assistance Systems”. Also, the car is “Supplied with the balance of its Rolls-Royce warranty and with no servicing required until March 2024”.
The car has 18,000 miles on the clock. In another nod to its royal history, it also has the same number plate as when used by Queen Elizabeth II. “Land Rovers and Range Rovers that have seen service with the Royal Household normally always have the vehicle registration numbers changed once out of service, this is so that the vehicle’s prior use can never be confirmed, however, this example still retains its original registration number, that being OU16 XVH, making it a unique opportunity to acquire a Range Rover with undisputed Royal and Presidential provenance,” the website reads.
Notably, the car has been spotted multiple times at royal events, including a state visit by former US President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle in April 2016. The Obamas, together with the late queen and Prince Philip, were led into the automobile after arriving at Windsor Castle for a private meal.