2000 MITSUBISHI LEGNUM VR-4 RALLIART

KEY FACTS

• An exceedingly rare, UK-delivered example of the powerful Japanese estate car.
• Under the bonnet sits a 2.5-litre, 24-valve twin-turbocharged V6 engine, officially rated at 276bhp, which drives all four wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission.
• Initially only available in the UK via ‘grey import’, in 2000 Ralliart was permitted to type approve the model, with 200 VR-4s being officially imported before production ceased in 2002 due to tightening emissions restrictions in Japan.
• It has previously spent time in lengthy family ownership, and there are just three prior keepers shown on the V5C.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• A very high-specification example, this Legnum features a full leather interior, wood trim and features “all possible options” according to our vendor.
• To make this example easier to live with a on a day-to-day basis, a reversing camera has been installed, along with an upgraded multimedia stereo system.
• Included with the car are the original owner’s manual, service book, tool kit, handbook supplements, lightweight wheel nuts, and every service invoice and MOT certificate dating back to 2001.

CONDITION

• There is no damage to the bodywork.
• The previous owner had the car fully resprayed during their ownership, and as a result this Legnum presents in excellent condition, though the current vendor notes some lacquer peel on a rear quarter panel.
• All four wheels are in good condition, though a fastidious owner may wish to have them refurbished to bring them back to their best.
• Inside, the cabin remains in great shape, showing only minimal wear along with a minor scuff noted on the outer edge of the driver’s seat.
• There are no reported faults with the vehicle, and no warning lights illuminated.
• The most recent MOT test took place on 11 November 2020 at 65,152 miles and resulted in a clean pass with no advisories.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The most recent service took place during November 2020 at 62,152 miles and was carried out by R&R MOT Centre Ltd. This work included an oil and filter change, along with a fluid top-up.
• Prior to this, the car received standard oil and filter changes in November 2019 and November 2018 at 61,502 miles and 60,679 miles respectively.
• In addition to servicing, the cam belt was last replaced in April 2013 at 53,331 miles.
• The comprehensive service history is summarised as follows.

Dates and mileage:

• 16/11/17 - 59,717 miles - R&R MOT Centre Ltd (oil and oil filter)
• 15/11/16 - 58,042 miles - R&R MOT Centre Ltd (front brake pads and oil filter)
• 05/12/14 - 55,678 miles - Chris Variava (spark plugs, rocker cover and cam seals, rocker cover bolt seals rebuild)
• 11/11/14 - 55,496 miles - Jacksons Garage Ltd (oil and oil filter, sump seals)
• 31/03/14 - 54,953 miles - Jacksons Garage Ltd (front suspension arms)
• 13/01/2014 - 54,770 - Bond Street Car Service (re-sealed and re-secured coolant hoses, oil and oil filter)
• 09/04/2013 - 53,331 - Bond Street Car Service (cambelt, alternator belt, steering belt, rocker cover gaskets, oil and oil filter, air filter change)
• 11/12/2012 - 53,061 - Sturgess Leicester (oil and oil filter)
• 10/01/2012 - 51,816 - Bond Street Mitsubishi (oil and oil filter, air filter)
• 24/01/2011 - 50,271 - Wilton Street Regal (annual service)
• 26/01/2010 - 48,798 - Wilton Street Regal (annual service, brake fluid, underbody wax)
• 06/02/2009 - 47,473 - Wilton Street Regal (annual service)
• 13/02/2008 - 45,547 - Wilton Street Regal (annual service, brake fluid)
• 06/02/2007 - 42,983 - Wilton Street Regal (annual service, brake pads)
• 20/09/2005 - 40,726 - Wilton Street Regal (annual service)
• 16/08/2004 - 38,926 - Ralliart Mitsubishi (extended annual service, diff oil, spark plugs, timing belt, fuel filter)
• 12/03/2004 - 36,392 - Ralliart Mitsubishi (annual service, brake pads)
• 01/10/2003 - 32,815 - Ralliart Mitsubishi (annual service)
• 27/05/2003 - 29,052 - Ralliart Mitsubishi (extended annual service, spark plugs, diff oil)
• 13/12/2002 - 25,377 - Ralliart Mitsubishi (annual service)
• 29/07/2002 - 21,730 - Ralliart Mitsubishi (annual service)
• 25/02/2002 - 17,538 - Ralliart Mitsubishi (annual service)
• 16/08/2001 - 13,331 - Ralliart Mitsubishi (extended annual service, timing belt, spark plugs)
• 18/04/2001 - 9,528 - Ralliart Mitsubishi (annual service)
• 04/01/2001 - 4,190 - Ralliart Mitsubishi (annual service)

SUMMARY

One of only 200 official UK cars, this Mitsubishi Legnum VR-4 is an exceedingly rare performance-focused estate, boasting impressive pace and practicality. Presented in wonderful condition for its age and with an extensive service record, this unusual fast wagon would make a great addition to any collection of modern classics, or an unusual daily driver for the Japanese car enthusiast.

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