A 2006 Range Rover once used by the late Queen Elizabeth II is going up for auction this month, and because of its royal roots, it could sell for nearly ten times its usual value.
This isn’t just any SUV. It’s a supercharged V8 Range Rover built specifically for Her Majesty by Land Rover’s Special Vehicle Operations (SVO), the same department that creates bespoke cars for the Royal Family.
The Queen used it from 2006 to 2008, and although the Royal Family has had hundreds of Land Rovers over the years, this one stands out. It’s believed to be the only L322 Range Rover owned by the Royals that came with the 4.2-litre Jaguar-derived supercharged V8.
Iconic Auctioneers are handling the sale at the Silverstone Festival on Saturday 23 August, and even though it’s got nearly 120,000 miles on the clock, they reckon it’ll fetch between £50,000 and £70,000. That’s wild, considering similar models on Auto Trader go for less than £16,000.
So what makes it worth so much?
- Verified Royal Use: The Queen was photographed using it during the 2007 Windsor Horse Show, and it still wears the original number plate: BJ06 ZGM.
- Custom Features: Upgraded security wiring, blue flashing lights, bespoke mud flaps, dog guard for her Corgis, and rear grab handles to help Her Majesty get in and out. Even the Tonga Green paint is a custom Royal Household shade.
- A Royal Mascot: On the bonnet? A Lejeune Labrador with Pheasant, the Queen’s chosen car mascot. Still in place.
- Interior Vibes: Sand leather seats, extended walnut trim, and all the classic 2006 Range Rover luxury touches.
Despite its high mileage, the SUV has been kept in great condition. It’s just had a service, fresh paint correction, and new Pirelli tyres. Plus, it comes with all the original paperwork, handbooks, and service history in a blue leather wallet.
Why it matters
This isn’t just a cool old car. It’s a rare piece of Royal history that you can drive. And it’s not been treated like a museum piece either. From 2018 to 2022, it was racking up around 10,000 miles a year, proving it’s still got it.
Iconic Auctioneers say the condition is "exemplary" and the provenance is unbeatable. Rob Hubbard, their MD, called it "an exceptional opportunity" for collectors.
So if you’ve got a spare £70k and fancy cruising around in a Queen-approved 4x4, this could be your moment.
