A Range Rover once belonging to the late Queen Elizabeth II is going under the hammer later this month – and its royal connection is likely to see it command a sale price almost ten times its typical value.
Iconic Auctioneers will bring to the block Her Majesty’s personal 2006 supercharged Range Rover V8.
This luxury SUV graced the royal garage for two years, having been delivered by the British brand’s bespoke car department in 2006 and relieved of its royal duties in 2008.
Despite Jaguar Land Rover holding a Royal Warrant for the best part of 75 years and the family issued hundreds of vehicles over decades, this particular vehicle is unique.
The auction house believes it is the only L322 Range Rover ever owned by the Royal Household that’s equipped with the Jaguar-derived 4.2-litre supercharged eight-cylinder engine – which it says provided ‘powerful yet dignified performance befitting its Royal duties’.
But since it’s retirement from official duties, the Range Rover hasn’t been sparingly driven like most collectable cars to preserve its value. No, this one has clocked almost 120,000 miles.
Despite its heavy use, its history – with supporting images of the late Queen using the SUV – should see it sell for a stonking premium above this model’s current value of between £9,000 and £16,000.
A car delivered to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in 2006 for her personal use will be sold at auction later this month. And its Royal connection means it is worth a fair chunk more than the typical value of one of these motors…
Unlike other Royal rides from the past that have been made available at auction with little photographic evidence of HRH ownership, Queen Elizabeth II was pictured using this vehicle – registration BJ06 ZGM – during the Windsor Horse Show in May 2007
Despite Jaguar Land Rover holding a Royal Warrant for the best part of 75 years and the family issued hundreds of vehicles over decades, this particular vehicle is unique. The Queen pictured stepping out of the SUV at the Royal Windsor Horse Show on 11 May 2007
The Range Rover was originally supplied to the Royal residence by Land Rover’s Special Vehicle Operations – the department specialising in bespoke motors that’s also commissioned to customise its cars being delivered to individuals connect to the monarch.
This one has a selection of ‘meticulously prepared’ features requested for it to best perform its prestigious duties.
This includes upgraded internal wiring to support the increased security and communications technology installed into the motor between 2006 and 2008.
There appears to be a blue tint on the smaller headlight cluster, suggesting it still has the blue flashing light system it was originally equipped with to clear traffic fast when needed when the car was deployed.
It has been fitted with rear grab handles and a side step – touches included to make it easier for Her Majesty to enter and exit the high-riding SUV with greater ease.
Although the rear grab handles were removed after its Royal service, evidence of their original placement remains subtly visible.
It comes with bespoke mud flaps – with the Queen eager to use the vehicle off-road at her various residence – and a bespoke dog guard to keep her Pembroke Welsh Corgis safe in the back.
Even the paint is a unique Royal Household shade, called Tonga Green. This contrasts an Oxford Sand leather interior, with cabin panels and trims finished in extended burr walnut.
Land Rover’s SVO plaque on the car shows it was signed off on 25 April 2006.
The Range Rover was originally supplied to the Royal residence by Land Rover’s Special Vehicle Operations – the department specialising in bespoke motors that’s also commissioned to customise its cars being delivered to individuals connect to the monarch
This Range Rover has a selection of ‘meticulously prepared’ features requested for it to best perform its prestigious duties
Even the paint is a unique Royal Household shade, called Tonga Green. This contrasts an Oxford Sand leather interior, with cabin panels and trims finished in extended burr walnut
The Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) plaque fixed to the car shows it was signed off on 25 April 2006 at its Lodge Lane site in Solihull in the West Midlands
During her ownership, HM Queen Elizabeth II likely put a few thousand miles of the odometer.
The car’s MOT record shows that by April 2009 – around a year after it was released from the Royal Household – it had clocked just under 18,000 miles.
Today, it is showing 119,938 miles on the display.
The paperwork confirms that it has endured little use in recent years, adding just 202 miles in the last two years.
From the years 2018 to 2022, it covered around 10,000 miles per year as former keepers haven’t opted to limit its use knowing of its esteemed heritage.
When the car heads to the Collectors’ Car Sale auction room during the Silverstone Festival on Saturday 23 August, Iconic Auctions expect it to draw plenty of attention – and bids despite the high mileage.
As such, classic car experts reckon its Royal backstory is worth a significant mark-up on the usual 20-year-old Range Rover price tag.
The car’s MOT record shows that by April 2009 – around a year after it was released from the Royal Household – it had clocked just under 18,000 miles. Today, it is showing 119,938 miles on the display
The auction house believes it is the only L322 Range Rover ever owned by the Royal Household that’s equipped with the Jaguar-derived 4.2-litre supercharged eight-cylinder engine – which it says provided ‘powerful yet dignified performance befitting its Royal duties’
There appears to be a blue tint on the smaller headlight cluster, suggesting it still has the blue flashing light system to clear traffic. You can also see the bespoke dog guard fitted to keep the Queen’s Pembroke Welsh Corgis safe in the back
A quick search of Auto Trader turned up two 2006 models with the same 4.2-litre V8 supercharged motor with relatively similar mileage.
One, with 115,000 miles is listed for £8,750, while another with just 95k on the clock is up for £15,980.
Even the latter of these pales in comparison to what Iconic believe it will make.
It has given an estimated guide price of £50,000 to £70,000.
It said this is because the Range Rover is a ‘significant vehicle, exclusively used by Her Majesty between 2006 and 2008’ and one that ‘represents a rare opportunity to acquire a historically important, exquisitely presented, and uniquely specified Royal Range Rover’.
Unlike other Royal rides from the past that have been made available at auction with little photographic evidence of HRH ownership, Queen Elizabeth II was pictured using this vehicle – registration BJ06 ZGM – during the Windsor Horse Show in May 2007.
The car, carrying the same number plate today (another rare feature of ex-Royal vehicles), also has another distinct feature that’s unique to Her Majesty’s former motors.
The British Royal Family have, for many years, displayed mascots on their personal and private vehicles. For instance, King Charles has specified having a Welsh Dragon motif on some of his models, including his vintage Aston Martin DB6.
For Queen Elizabeth II, her choice was a Lejeune Labrador with Pheasant mascot. And that is still in place on this car’s bonnet today.
The British Royal Family have, for many years, displayed mascots on their personal and private vehicles. For instance, King Charles has specified having a Welsh Dragon motif on some of his models, including his vintage Aston Martin DB6
For Queen Elizabeth II, her choice was a Lejeune Labrador with Pheasant mascot. And that is still in place on this car’s bonnet today
Having appraised the motor, the auction company said it is in ‘exemplary condition throughout’, adding: ‘The bodywork has been exceptionally well preserved, free from common corrosion issues found in many Range Rovers of this era.
‘Prepared meticulously for sale, it benefits from a recent service, comprehensive paint correction, and brand-new marque-correct Pirelli Scorpion tyres.
‘Accompanying the vehicle is an extensive history file including the original blue leather wallet, handbooks, and detailed service records.’
Rob Hubbard, managing director at Iconic Auctioneers, added: ‘Vehicles with such distinguished provenance rarely enter the market, making this an exceptional opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
‘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.’
Launched in 2002, the L322 Range Rover quickly established itself as an automotive icon admired for its refined blend of luxury, performance, and versatility.
The 2006 facelift brought numerous enhancements, notably new headlights, a ZF six-speed gearbox, revised air suspension, updated infotainment systems, and discreet styling touches including mesh grilles, polished tailpipes, and subtle ‘Supercharged’ badging.
Jaguar Land Rover’s Royal Warrant dates back to 1951.
