The late Queen Elizabeth II’s Range Rover will go under auction at Silverstone Festival on August 23, with bids between £50,000 and £70,000 expected.
The Tonga Green vehicle served as the late monarch's personal transport between 2006 and 2008.
Iconic Auctioneers will offer the distinctive motor, which retains royal modifications installed for the late Queen's use.
The 4.2-litre Supercharged V8 model represents a rare opportunity for collectors to acquire a vehicle with royal provenance, having been driven by the Queen herself at various events, including the 2007 Royal Windsor Horse Show.
The late Queen Elizabeth II’s Range Rover will go under auction at Silverstone Festival on August 23, with bids between £50,000 and £70,000 expected.
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The vehicle bears several distinctive royal touches, most notably a bonnet mascot depicting a labrador retrieving a grouse.
Custom-fitted steps aided the Queen's access to the vehicle, whilst specially installed grab rails at the rear assisted her entry and exit, however, these have been taken off.
The Range Rover also received upgraded internal cabling to support advanced security systems and communications equipment required for royal duties.
Additional royal specifications included protective mudguards and other modifications tailored to the Queen's specific requirements during her ownership period.
The Tonga Green vehicle served as the late monarch's personal transport between 2006 and 2008.
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The motor has accumulated 120,000 miles and comes with comprehensive service documentation.
Its Tonga Green paintwork reflects the Queen's preference for green vehicles, whilst the interior features Sand Oxford leather and Burr Walnut veneer throughout.
According to Iconic Auctioneers, this particular supercharged variant is thought to be the sole example ever acquired by the Royal household.
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The vehicle bears several distinctive royal touches, most notably a bonnet mascot depicting a labrador retrieving a grouse.
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Rob Hubbard, Iconic Auctioneers' managing director and principal auctioneer, emphasised the rarity of the offering: "Vehicles with such distinguished provenance rarely enter the market, making this an exceptional opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts alike."
He added: "Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's personal Range Rover combines automotive excellence with an unmatched historical significance.
"We anticipate considerable interest in this vehicle, as has been the case with other Royal vehicles we have offered."
The auction house has experience with royal motors, having previously achieved £132,750 for another of the late Queen's Range Rovers.