Beloved car of Queen Elizabeth up for auction to the highest bidder
On August 23, 2025, a unique piece of motoring and royal history will go under the hammer at the Silverstone Festival. The Range Rover, personally driven by Queen Elizabeth II, is being offered by Iconic Auctioneers and is expected to fetch between £50,000 and £70,000[1][2][3].
This supercharged L322 model, finished in Tonga Green, is believed to be the only one of its kind ever purchased by the Royal Household. The vehicle was used by the Queen at the 2007 Royal Windsor Horse Show[6].
The Range Rover has undergone tasteful modifications tailored to the royal family's needs, which likely include custom interiors and features designed for comfort and security. It was fitted with protective mudguards, custom steps for easier entry, and grab rails at the rear for added support, although these have since been removed[2][3].
The vehicle was also upgraded with enhanced cabling to power advanced security systems and communications equipment, making it a truly unique royal vehicle[2][3]. For collectors, the auctioned Range Rover represents a rare chance to own a piece of motoring heritage[7].
The Queen used this Range Rover as her personal transport from 2006 to 2008, covering 120,000 miles with a full service record[4]. The vehicle's unmatched royal provenance, distinctive modifications, and historical significance make it an attractive prospect for both Range Rover enthusiasts and royal memorabilia collectors alike[5].
References: 1. Iconic Auctioneers 2. Autocar 3. Classic Car Weekly 4. Daily Express 5. Huffington Post 6. The Telegraph 7. BBC News
- The Queen's used Range Rover, a unique combination of world history and British motoring, is set to be auctioned by Iconic Auctioneers, potentially appeasing both electric-vehicle enthusiasts and home-and-garden hobbyists equally.
- As the only Tonga Green L322 Range Rover ever owned by the Royal Household, this vehicle, with its custom modifications and royal lifestyle association, could become a prized possession for collectors of cars and US pop culture, given its connections.
- Post-auction, the new owner might enjoy a lifestyle that embellishes their home-and-garden setup with the pride and prestige of owning an electric vehicle once driven by a pti, allowing stories of automotive heritage to resonate within their own four walls.
