Lot Ended
Description
Beautifully
patinated and highly useable Series I; current owner 30 years and only
three former keepers; older body-off restoration with various choice upgrades;
driven over 100 miles to the sale
Launched
in 1948, the Land Rover Series I represents a pivotal moment in British motoring
history. Built with rugged simplicity, it featured a 1.6-litre petrol engine and
selectable four-wheel drive, making it ideal for agricultural, military, and
expedition use. Its aluminium bodywork resisted corrosion, a legacy of post-war
material shortages.
By 1955, refinements included a 2.0-litre petrol
engine, improved gearboxes and more comfortable interiors, though utility
remained its core focus. The Series I’s boxy silhouette and no-nonsense
engineering laid the foundation for decades of Land Rover innovation. Today,
surviving examples are cherished by enthusiasts for their charm, durability, and
role in shaping the iconic Land Rover legacy.
First
registered in Somerset in June 1955, this beautifully patinated Series I 86in
petrol shows only three former keepers on the V5C. Our vendor
purchased it back in 1995 from a local farm and then commenced a
full body-off restoration which took around five years to
complete.
Prior
to the vendor's ownership the engine had been changed to one from a Rover 60,
the same capacity but different head and SU carburettor, The dynamo is a larger
than standard unit from a Rover 110. The rear main bearing oil seal was replaced
earlier this month.
The
wiring loom and brake pipes have been replaced along with the front axle
swivels, kingpins and all the steering ball joints. The springs have been
replaced with parabolic, and the brake wheel cylinders have just been replaced
along with the master cylinder.
The
paperwork includes six old MOT certificates, the current V5C and technical Land
Rover manual.
Driven over 100 miles to the sale, it has been starting
promptly and driving while on site.
Contact:
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