Description
For sale, through JOHN BROWN 4X4 LTD, Land Rover® Series 3 Station Wagon in Mid Grey (1982).
Petrol 2286cc. MOT & Tax Exempt. Galvanised Chassis. Genuine Station Wagon (7 Seater). Free Wheeling Hubs. Comes with original factory build card listing options fitted – please read below as this is very long! 6 Former Keepers. Previously sold by us in 2019 and owned locally since that time. MOTs back to 1994 – showing 84, 789 miles in 1994 – now showing 26, 784 (so 126, 784 miles). Lots of receipts from the rebuild in 2006-2009. Spare set of keys. Rear Bench Seats. Safari Roof. Alpine Lights. Tow Ball and Electrics. Galvanised Rear Step.
We are delighted to present for sale this high-spec Series 3 Station Wagon in the rarely seem mid-grey colour scheme. It is very unusual for us to find a genuine and documented Station Wagon like this – those amongst you “in the know” will be aware it is possible to buy a Station Wagon roof and sides in order to simulate the effect… and then stick a badge on the back claiming to be “right”. Station Wagon variants were a much more expensive product when new as they attracted a much higher level of tax, due to being viewed by the British Government as a passenger car rather than a commercial vehicle…. and they were much more expensive to purchase new anyway on account of the extra soft furnishings and other items fitted as standard.
Having sold this Land Rover® previously in 2019 (and having looked after it since, being a local previous keeper to us) – we know the recent history of this truck very well. In the history file, the original factory build card is present – these were done by secretary staff on green paper, and subsequently handed to the floor manager during the build process, so that the right options went onto the right Land Rover®! Station Wagons got a particularly large list of options, which we have listed below for any interested buyer – all options began with an “E” designation:
88RHD Petrol Station Wagon 4CYL – Trim County
S. 2522B County SW 88 PET RH 7 SEATS
E1016 – Rear Mud Flaps
E1072 – Rubber Pedal Pads
E1161 – Fuel Filler Lock
E1191 – Rims for 750×16 Tyres 88 inch
E1600 – Steering Column Lock Petrol
E1616 – Rear Reflectors
E1627 – Cover Auxiliary Instruments (Middle Console Dash)
E1655 – Front Wing Heater Aperture
E1694 – Ash Tray
E1769 – Hazard Warning Lights
E1838 – Number Plate Extra & Plinth (Towing)
E1923 – Reversing Light RH 88inch
E6548A – Two Silencer Exhaust
E6580 – Seat Belt Anchors
E6773- Side Door and Interior Mirrors
E6774 – Indicator Side Repeaters
E6849 – Fresh Air Heating System (Standard)
E6917 – Inertia Reel Belts
E6911 – Fog Lamps Front & Rear
E6934 – Uprated Twin Line Brakes
E6949 – Bump Pad Protection
So – as you can read – this build card, which will be provided to the new keeper, is an important part of the history of the car. This is coupled to the rebuild receipts from 2006-2008, which include the chassis and various items, new wiring loom & suspension, etc – all very nice to have. Interestingly, this Series 3 has also spent time in Gibraltar and in Africa, and has a tourist visa for both countries from 2013, which is wonderful to see and shows it has really been enjoyed as it should’ve been. There is also a note in the pack which explains why the rebuild was undertaken in 2006-2008 – and this was due to a cosmetic insurance claim in the early 2000s – at this time, when these Series 3 Land Rovers® were very inexpensive to buy, insurance companies would not repair even a damaged front wing as the cost of the wing was more expensive than just paying the purchase price of the whole car. After the insurance company pay off, the previous keeper kept the vehicle and set about rebuilding it “from the ground up” as he had the facilities at home to do the work as a passion project through the winter – and he figured that whilst he had the front wing off the vehicle, he might as well do the job properly and future proof it for another generation – keeping it until selling to us in 2019 due to advanced age and ill health.
As can be seen from the photos, this seven seater station wagon is in goodorder – with all the features one would expect to see present – deluxe bonnet, safari roof with side alpine lights and sliding windows, spare housed on the rear door (as it should be on a Station Wagon), steel wheels with road biased tyres for better road holding, larger defender style mirrors for improved visibility whilst driving, rear grab handles, etc etc. As you can imagine with the colour scheme also considered – it turned many heads on our testing route.
The interior is fully equipped with the deluxe interior expected in a station wagon – and it has survived quite well too. There are three front seats and twin rear benches allowing for a full compliment of 7 seats. The headlining and roof vents are also still in situ, so it has a fairly luxurious feel over a standard tin roof. Sliding side windows and alpine lights in the roof piece in the rear mean that it feels very airy and spacious inside, whilst the extra sound deadening helps with cabin noise. Everywhere you look it is clear to see the upgrades the original owner paid for over a standard Series 3 – those door cards with integrated arm rests and front deluxe trim and matting. Even the optional interior light works.
Out on the road this pretty old girl drives just as she should, giving a pleasing, vintage driving experience. Free Wheeling Hubs give greater economy over standard, and the oversized tyres mean a more relaxing cruising experience. It is always nice to get behind the wheel of a previously rebuilt car as they feel well sorted – and this one is no exception to the rule. We do sometimes get Series vehicles in which have been modified or upgraded, meaning often the authentic feel of the classic drive can be compromised – that isn’t the case here and the period drive is very enjoyable.
In summary. if you are looking for a genuine station wagon with a strong history that can carry the whole family, then this could be for you. With the added bonus of a galvanised chassis and in this lovely mid grey colour scheme, not only does it look good, but it should last the test of time too. The added bonus of low hassle ownership through tax and MOT exemption alongside classic insurance shouldn’t be underestimated either!
Priced at £23, 995
