Previously owned by Ben Fogle, with the sale facilitated by John Brown 4x4
Under current ownership for approximately five years, with ongoing investment in its conservation
Engine rebuild carried out by Yattendon Garage
History file dating back to the early 1960s, with chassis and engine numbers matching the V5
The Appeal
Launched in 1948, the first iteration of the Land Rover took the American Jeep concept and gave it a uniquely British personality. From its upright silhouette to its sheer simplicity, everything about the Landy was born to take Britain by storm, and it certainly did. These cars swiftly became synonymous with the pastoral countryside and farming pursuits. More than seventy years on, good examples of those early cars are increasingly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts alike.
This particular Series I carries a reported connection to the Royal Yacht Britannia, featuring a galvanised chassis built by John Brown Land Rover, a highly regarded classic Land Rover specialist. It was previously owned by the broadcaster and adventurer Ben Fogle before being acquired by the current custodian approximately five years ago.
Since then, investment has been made in its ongoing conservation, and a history file dating back to the early 1960s accompanies the vehicle, with chassis and engine numbers matching the current V5 documentation. Photographs of the restoration, showing the vehicle in its earlier green paintwork, are all present and correct. This early Land Rover is a cracker. image.png5.16 MB
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