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Highlights

Rare Series 2 4x4 with 2.0L Diesel engine
Only three owners from new
Highly original throughout
Pumps and injectors refurbished around seven years ago

The Appeal

Perhaps one of the most iconic cars in the world, the Land Rover is the definition of British motoring at its best. Utilitarian off-roaders that were built with farmland in mind, you’d be hard-pressed to find a rural area without one of these all-purpose classics roaming. They still raise a smile, and - crucially - just keep on going, come rain or shine.

This highly original, early Series II example is a prime case. Having only had three owners from new, this remarkable 4x4 boasts much of its original paint and a fabulous working patina.

The History and Paperwork

Built in 1959
First registered in August 1959
Purchased from the original owner in 2017
Currently indicates 83,715 miles on a five-figure odometer
MOT exempt
Around 7 years ago the pump and injectors were refurbished
The car has reportedly been little used over the past seven years
We’re sadly unaware of any paperwork save for the V5c

The Interior

Utilitarian interior typical of a Land Rover of this period
Patina throughout signifies the car’s venerable years and working life
Highly original with two outer seat bases installed recently
The seats elsewhere are showing signs of wear, commensurate with age
As one would expect, there is pitting and corrosion here and there
The instruments are all reportedly in good working order
Floor pans look solid with no perforation
The vendor notes that the car has had a patch installed in the nearside footwell
Original Smiths heater is still in situ
Doors present well though we note that the seals have perished
Rear bed is solid and well-presented with a spare wheel in situ

The Exterior

Ever-iconic aesthetics, styled by David Bache
Quintessential green paintwork
The car carries a working patina with the odd blister, bubble and scratch
However it does appear remarkably solid with no significant issues or perforating corrosion
Dents to the front wings further signify the car’s working life
Glasswork and lenses look in good order
The rear tarp roof is showing some signs of age
The car is sat on what appear to be original wheels
These are shod in tyres that are still carrying plenty of tread
Underneath, there are some signs of corrosion throughout
However, none of these are structural and don’t reflect poorly on the car

The Mechanics

2.0L I4 Diesel engine
4-speed manual transmission
Highly original throughout
Engine bay shows working patina
The engine is starting with the usual period smoke which quickly dissipates
Driving well with no reported mechanical faults

Summary

This is the sort of Land Rover that’s earned its stripes - beautifully presented as a working vehicle with every ‘battle scar’ that comes with. While it’s no Concours vehicle, that’s all part of its charm. A bit of preservation is all the car needs to be the perfect classic.

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