Few vehicles can claim to be as iconic as the Land Rover, the first four-wheel-drive vehicle mass-produced for civilian use. Its no-nonsense appearance, hardy mechanicals and adaptability made it a template for widespread adoption and commercial success, while aluminium body panels helped ensure many examples lasted far longer than their contemporaries.
 
This 1958 88-inch Series II was bought by the seller 14 years ago and has been used regularly ever since. The seller has been slowly restoring the car's mechanical components. Over time it has received a new galvanised chassis, parabolic springs, new steering, a fuel pump, wheels and cross-ply tyres, and it has been regularly serviced. The seller says the rear axle “needs work”.
 
The exterior and interior are largely unrestored, although the seller has fitted more modern front seats with headrests. The seller says the exterior has “the usual bumps, dents and scrapes from an honest 68 years of love and use”. The split tailgate is present. The seller says the bulkhead, which shows corrosion, needs restoring or replacing. Inside, the switchgear is reported to be in working order. The seller removed the NATO heater to gain more legroom; the heater is included, along with age-correct replacement door hinges and hinge-mounted mirrors.
 
The car is fitted with a Weber carburettor and what the seller describes as a “very unusual” gearbox-mounted PTO (power take-off) that drives both the side and front. The car also comes with an unfitted Fairey overdrive unit.

This is an eminently usable Series II Land Rover, used regularly by its seller and ready for its new owner to enjoy straight away. You can either keep its charming patina or spend time further restoring the exterior and interior. The seller describes the car as “enormous fun”. Now it's time for it to put a smile on a new keeper's face.
 

 

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