CELEBRATING THE VEHICLES OF HER MAJESTY QUEEN ELIZABETH II
AN EXHIBIT OF 10 HISTORIC ROYAL VEHICLES PRESENTED BY LAND ROVER CLASSIC AT THE PEBBLE BEACH CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE®.
In a unique moment of celebration on August 18, a specialized collection of 10 Land Rover, Defender and Range Rover vehicles used by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II created a once‑in‑a‑lifetime display as part of the annual Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance®.
Land Rover has enjoyed a long and ongoing association with the Royal Family and each model in the convoy has carried out official duties or worked behind the scenes on the Royal estates, including two of the earliest Royal vehicles: the first Land Rover Series I State Review vehicle and a Land Rover Series I owned by the Royal family.
The event also featured a modern twist on the traditional British garden party in an exclusive hospitality area adjacent to the vehicle display.
"We take pride in our long‑standing royal connections, which go back to the very beginning of our business. Sharing this unique collection of vehicles with passionate enthusiasts at a globally renowned event such as Pebble Beach® demonstrates our appreciation for this unique relationship, which extends to this day."
Lennard Hoornik,
Chief Commercial Officer, JLR
THE ROYAL VEHICLES
1954 LAND ROVER SERIES I STATE REVIEW VEHICLE
The very first State Review Land Rover vehicle featured a custom‑designed rear platform and accompanied HM Queen Elizabeth II and HM The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, on a six‑month tour of the Commonwealth. Now under the care of a private American collector.
1954 LAND ROVER SERIES I (NXN1)
Originally ordered by HM King George VI, it was used by HM Queen Elizabeth II and other senior members of the Royal Family at Balmoral. Land Rover apprentices restored it in 2010, and it now resides in the Land Rover Classic collection.
1958 LAND ROVER SERIES II STATE REVIEW VEHICLE
The second official ceremonial review Land Rover vehicle featured blue side light lenses, which were switched on whenever a member of the Royal family was being carried. Now part of the Royal Collection at the British Motor Museum, Gaydon.
1966 LAND ROVER SERIES IIA STATION WAGON (JYV1D)
Driven by HM Queen Elizabeth II, this was the first Station Wagon of its kind to be fitted with a six‑cylinder engine. To help it fulfill Royal duties, special features included leather seats, a wooden dog guard and side steps. Now part of the Royal Collection at the British Motor Museum, Gaydon.
1974 RANGE ROVER STATE REVIEW VEHICLE
The first Range Rover vehicle to take the role of ceremonial State Review vehicle, serving 1975 to 2002. The modified rear included foldaway seats and a lectern containing concealed umbrellas and an additional exhaust silencer ensured noise from the V8 engine was kept to a minimum. Now part of the Royal Collection at the British Motor Museum, Gaydon.
1990 RANGE ROVER STATE REVIEW VEHICLE
The third State Review Range Rover vehicle was in the image chosen by HM Queen Elizabeth II for her 1994 Christmas card, where she and HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, were pictured attending the 50th Anniversary of D‑Day Landings in Arromanches. This vehicle is part of the British Motor Museum collection.
1983 DEFENDER 110 V8 (A444RYV)
A personal vehicle used by HM Queen Elizabeth II at the Sandringham estate. This vehicle is part of the private Royal collection and, having been commissioned by HM The Queen, is part of the active Royal fleet.
2009 RANGE ROVER (CK58 NPJ)
This Range Rover vehicle was favored by HM Queen Elizabeth II after it joined the fleet, and there are numerous photographs of her behind the wheel. The famous Labrador mascot that adorned the bonnet has been removed for safekeeping.
ABOUT PEBBLE BEACH CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE®
First conducted in 1950, Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance® has grown to be the world’s premier celebration of the automobile. Only the most beautiful historic cars are invited to appear on the famed 18th fairway of Pebble Beach Golf Links®, and connoisseurs of art and style gather to admire these masterpieces. Charitable donations raised by Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance® now total over $38 million.
