Interesting Facts About the Rover 200 R8
The Rover 200 R8 (also known as the 200/400 R8) burst onto the scene in the late 1980s, launching with a high‑profile debut in 1989‑90. This second‑generation model ran through the 1990s and became a notable player in the UK family‑car market.
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Launch with Fan‑Fare in 1989‑90
The Rover 200/400‑series (R8) were launched with much fanfare in 1989‑90, positioning the new model head‑to‑head with key rivals such as Vauxhall in the family car segment.
A Decade‑Long Production Run
The second‑generation Rover 200 and first‑generation Rover 400 (collectively the R8) were produced from 1989 until 1999, marking a ten‑year span for this generation.
UK Market Dominance
Despite later parts‑availability challenges in the United States, the Rover R8 was the best‑selling executive car in the United Kingdom for eight consecutive years.
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