HIGHLIGHTS
- Genuine 67,250 miles
- Large history folder
- Last of the ‘Series’ Land Rovers
THE APPEAL
Classic Land Rovers have long been a popular choice for many enthusiasts. The British manufacturer has a charming heritage with ties to the agricultural community no other car producer has. When you think of the countryside and the outdoors, a Land Rover is always part of the picture.
Designed to be robust, capable and practical, the ‘Series’ Land Rovers started their reign in 1948 with the Series I. Its successor, the Series II arrived in 1968, the IIA in 1961 and then finally, what you see here, the most successful variant of the Series models, the Series III in 1971.
This 1983 registered Landy, is a great genuine example of the desirable classic and has benefited from some recent, small body reconditioning under its current ownership. It is accompanied by a large folder of invoices, receipts and records, with an itemised summary detailing the extensive care and mechanical maintenance it has received.
The last of the Series range, these historic vehicles are continuing to grow in popularity and with many others for sale requiring a lot more attention, this Series III is a great opportunity for someone looking to jump in and drive with the option of reconditioning as they go.
THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK
- V5c present
- UK Registered in Cardiff 1983
- Just over 2,000 miles covered since 2006
- Heritage certificate present
- 88” Chassis
- An itemised record of work carried out in 2014 & 2016
- Extensive mechanical work including new gearbox
- Overdrive installed by the current owner
- Replacement bonnet & new rear door fitted
- Numerous invoices & receipts present
- MOT until November 2023
- Previous MOT records present
- Over 40 years old, historic vehicle MOT exempt
THE INTERIOR
- Factory utilitarian layout
- Good condition throughout with small signs of age
- Three vinyl seats
- Small blemish on the passenger seat
- Renewed headlining
- Seven seater
- Recently fitted new old stock soundproofing to the vehicle
- The rear four seats are covered by tailored seat covers
- The seat trim is original, with some wear present
- The pictured rear seat is a replacement installed recently - Rear rubber floor is in good condition
- Spare wheel fitted internally, fixed to the bulkhead
- Soundproofing installed
THE EXTERIOR
- Repainted original Light Green Colour
- Classic, traditional appearance
- Good condition with age-related patina present
- Small blemishes present
- All gauges & dials reported being in working order
- Overdrive control fitted
- Original Safari roof
- Replacement bonnet fitted
- Replacement rear door fitted
- Numerous window trims & seals replaced
- Itemised parts and work can be seen pictured
- Rear door step fitted
THE MECHANICS
- 2286cc 4-Cylinder Petrol
- No known faults
- Started and manoeuvred a few times without fuss
- Engine ran smooth
- Driven a short distance to the photography area, operated seamlessly - Just over 2,000 miles covered since 2006
- Overdrive installed by the current owner
- MOT until November 2023 although now exempt
- Numerous reconditioned and new parts were installed from 2014 - 2022
- New gearbox/thermostat 2014
- New brake cylinders/shoes/pipes 2022
- Carburettor stripped & cleaned 2019
- Replacement inlet & exhaust manifolds 2018
- Renewed leaf springs 2018
- Renewed spark plugs 2018
SUMMARY
There’s no doubt that the demand for classic Land Rovers, especially these Series models will continue to grow as the years roll by. Enthusiasts across the globe are constantly looking for good, cared-for examples and this is exactly what you have here. This Series III has been stored for most of the last decade but it's in good operational order and ready to use, otherwise, it's a solid foundation for a larger-scale project if better than new restoration is what you desire.
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