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1981 Land Rover Series III 88"

Highlights

  • Extensively restored with just 4,654 miles covered since
  • Power steering conversion and heated front seats
  • Fresh cream repaint
  • New brown canvas hood with side and rear windows
  • Marshall sound system
  • Rear seats with harnesses
  • The vendor states the chassis, bulkhead and bodywork are all in very good condition

The Appeal

Some Land Rovers follow the 'oily rag' approach of preservation rather than restoration, but this Series III bucks the trend. This 88" has been extensively restored and thoughtfully upgraded. Study the photographs, and you'll see this Series III has received an enormous quantity of work and the standard of finish is very high.  Still powered by Land Rover's dependable 2.25-litre petrol engine, it has covered just 4,654 miles since its restoration and benefits from several considered improvements, including a power steering conversion, retrimmed seats, and heated front seats.

Finished in cream with a new brown canvas hood, it cuts an exceedingly smart and purposeful figure. Whether destined for weekend adventures, classic car shows or regular use, this Series III is nicely run-in post-restoration and is ready to be driven and enjoyed.
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Key Information

  • Mileage: 4,654 miles recorded since restoration
  • Country of registration: United Kingdom 
  • Technical inspection status: 2.25-litre four-cylinder petrol, four-speed manual selectable low-range and four-wheel drive, free-wheeling front hubs
  • Technical specs: 2.25-litre four-cylinder petrol, manual transmission
  • Paperwork: offered with limited documentation

The Detail

  • £4,000 power steering conversion professionally installed
  • Front and rear seats professionally retrimmed by Exmoor
  • Heated front seats fitted
  • Rear harness seat belts installed
  • Marshall speaker system installed
  • Quick-release classic steering wheel fitted
  • Exmoor trim door storage added
  • Modern Defender wing mirrors fitted
  • LED auxiliary spot lamps installed
  • Cold-air wing intake fitted
  • Upgraded black steel wheels with as-new Goodyear Wrangler tyres
  • Twin access rear door: tailgate opens sideways as well as straight down
  • Tow bar and rear step fitted
  • The vendor states the engine starts with ease, runs smoothly and pulls strongly through the gears
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Auction Details

  • Year1981
  • MakeLand Rover
  • ModelSeries 3
  • ColourBeige
  • Odometer4,654 Miles
  • Engine size2250cc
  • TransmissionManual, 4 speed
  • Steering positionRight Hand Drive
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Seller TypeTrade
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
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