A unique Range Rover, previously owned and operated by the late Queen Elizabeth II and notably lacking a license plate, is now available for purchase.
The 2016 Range Rover is not ordinary; it boasts a V8 turbodiesel engine and an extended wheelbase for enhanced comfort in the rear seats. With only 29,000 km registered, the vehicle represents a fusion of luxury and personal history associated with the Queen.
The late Queen, renowned for her passion for automobiles and the unique privilege of driving without a license, selected this Range Rover SDV8 Autobiography LWB as one of her ultimate vehicular acquisitions. Ordered in the closing months of 2015 or the onset of 2016, the vehicle was delivered on March 1, 2016, customized to meet the Queen’s exact specifications.
The vehicle’s design includes a sophisticated blue exterior with 21-inch, ten-spoke alloy wheels. Interiorly, it is complemented by light upholstery and dark wood finishes, alongside an extensive list of options. However, its distinction lies in the bespoke adjustments for the Queen’s comfort and security needs.
Custom features included emergency lights in the front grille, special running boards, and handholds for easier access despite the lack of formal sanction due to the vehicle’s esteemed connection.
It features a robust 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 diesel engine, achieving 0-60 in 6.5 seconds and a top speed of 235 km/h. It is notably without armour plating, highlighting the Queen’s preference for simplicity in travel.
This Range Rover also served a diplomatic function, transporting President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama with the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh during their state visit on April 22, 2016, with Prince Philip at the helm.
Currently offered by Bramley Motors, a luxury car dealership in Britain, this vehicle retains its original OU16 XVH registration plates from its royal service. Priced at £263,450, the cost reflects the vehicle’s luxurious and historical value, supported by numerous photographs with the Royal Family and the Obamas.
Although specific custom features have been removed for sale, the legacy of this Range Rover as a bespoke creation for the Queen remains, presenting a unique opportunity for collectors to acquire a segment of British royal history.
