Highlights

Body-off chassis and bulkhead repairs in 2017 with photos as shown
Unmolested example with period features and honest patina
Only six keepers with current one since 2021
Stored undercover during winter months when not in use

The Appeal

We applaud the trend of restoring Land Rover classics to show-winning levels, but there is also something hugely compelling about original, unmolested, honest examples like this characterful 1970 Series IIA. Its bodywork and paintwork tell a story, yet it is solid and sorted in the areas you want to check.

The vendor is only the sixth keeper and says he bought it in 2021. Prior to that it received a body-off chassis renovation and in July 2021 the bulkhead was repaired and repainted. Elsewhere it has been pleasingly left ‘as is’, but remains eminently usable with good canvas top and a tidy trio of front seats. The rear load area features two additional benches.

We are told the 2.25L petrol engine starts easily, runs well, and is believed to have an unleaded head. For those who prefer their Landies original, honest and utterly usable, this is a proper find.

The vendor says:

“Drives like a 1970 Land Rover. All gears work, no jumping. It is an unmolested car, not hiding any of its faults, wearing its age well. Being sold as not getting used, and needs an owner with more time.”

Key Information

Mileage: 91,732 miles indicated
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT exempt
Technical specs: 2,286cc inline four-cylinder petrol, four-speed manual
Paperwork: new and old V5Cs, invoices, MOTs, manuals

The Detail

Body-off chassis and bulkhead repairs in 2017 with photos as shown
Bulkhead repair on near side top hinge and repainted in 2021 with invoice on file
Vehicle serviced at same time and other work undertaken, including track rod ends
Minimal use since purchase by the current keeper in 2021
Under 250 miles covered since last voluntary MOT in 2021
Grey paintwork has patina and shows age
Bulkhead recently resprayed
Bodywork shows a few bumps noted on the front wing and other areas
Retains period door hinges throughout
Canvas roof reported to be in good condition with some age to note
Replacement black vinyl seats in good condition
Three front seats and two rear benches
Interior otherwise in original condition, per the vendor
All instruments reported to be working
Engine reportedly starts easily and runs well
All gears reportedly engage without issue and no jumping out of gear
Brakes, steering, and tyres all reported to be in good order
Freewheeling hubs reported operational
Cylinder head believed modified for unleaded fuel and refurbished

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