Lot Ended
Description
One
of the last Classic Range Rovers; 3.5L V8 EFI engine; rare end-of-production
example
This
1989 Range Rover Classic 3.5 EFI is of significant historic interest.
G179
WAC was first registered as a Rover Group Management car in September 1989 and
showing as only six former keepers and with the current keeper since
2008.
The
current MOT certificate is valid till October 2026 and a further eight old
certificates in the file alongside the heritage certificate confirming the
vehicles details.
Believed
to be one of the final examples produced with the 3.5 EFI engine.
Archive
records from the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust (BMIHT) at Gaydon list
just five Range Rover Classic 3.5 V8 chassis numbers with a build date of 18
August 1989. Among them is chassis no. ***695, registered as G180 WAC in
September 1989, which remains in existence today under SORN and carries a
current MOT valid until October 2026.
Notably, chassis no. 693 (G179 WAC)
is recorded with later build and despatch dates of 29 and 31 August
respectively. The GWAC registration series was widely used by the factory across
various Rover models and is most famously associated with the launch of the
original Discovery.
This
vehicle has been maintained with care and attention. Prior to its most recent
MOT, new track rod ends and panhard rod bushes were fitted. A few weeks ago, new
brake pads were installed, with no discernible wear on the discs. All other
suspension bushes were replaced for the previous MOT.
The suspension
setup is relatively recent, featuring new springs—Blue/White 133lb at the front
and upgraded Red/White 170lb at the rear, often referred to as original police
specification. Monroe gas shock absorbers were fitted approximately twelve
months ago.
The
Range Rover retains its original numbers, except for the rear axle casing, which
was replaced due to corrosion around the differential pan. The previous owner
appears to have carried out high-quality welding to the sills and inner wings.
The body has been protected with a combination of sprayed underseal and
stonechip coating.
Although the vehicle was resprayed, some flaking and
edge chips are visible. All panels are solid and free from filler. There is a
crack in the lower centre of the windscreen, which does not affect MOT
compliance.
There
are a few minor issues worth noting. The central locking is inoperative and the
upper lock on the rear tailgate requires replacement, and the side catches would
benefit from attention. The central lock button tends to stick and needs to be
pulled out manually before closing the tailgate, which currently requires both
hands placed at either end of the glass. This is an unfinished job but not a
major concern.
Two boxes of spares and the original number plates are
included in the sale as pictured.
The
vehicle’s provenance as an end-of-production model, combined with its
originality and unmolested condition, makes it a compelling prospect for any
Land Rover enthusiast.
Contact:
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