Strange Brew: 1991 Sterling 827 SLi

The Sterling 827 SLi represents one of the more unusual transatlantic collaborations of the late 1980s, where Honda engineering was wrapped in British Rover styling and sold to the U.S. as something approaching near-luxury. Mechanically, it shares much with the Acura Legend, including the smooth 2.7-liter V6, but the presentation leans more toward European formality than Japanese restraint. Underneath, it’s proven Honda hardware; on the surface, it carries the quirks and ambitions of a British executive sedan — and for $700, this is an interesting proposition. Find this 1991 Sterling 827 SLi offered for $700 in Phoenix, AZ via facething sterlinbook.

From the seller:

1991 Acura 827 sli
$700
Listed 4 weeks ago in Phoenix, AZ
About this vehicle
Driven 149,000 miles
Automatic transmission
Exterior color: Blue · Interior color: Blue
Fuel type: Gasoline
Fair condition
Seller’s description
1991 Sterling 827 SLi , same as an Acura Legend, 2.7 liter V6 Acura motor. These cars were built in England as a joint venture between Honda and Rover. All the mechanicals are Honda / Acura. Car needs some electrical work. Cranks over but doesn’t always start. Body in good condition but paint is faded. Clean Arizona title. Can arrange delivery, $700

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