The Land Rover is, put simply, one of the most iconic cars in British motoring. Rugged, reliable and versatile, these ever-characterful off-roaders stayed in production for over half a century, through three generations. The formula worked so well that it's not too unusual to still see a venerable Series One roaming the countryside.
The 3rd and final iteration of the Land Rover was a car of evolution, not revolution, and it proved very worthy of the name. The latest Landy was a smash hit, and a good example is still highly sought after.
This particular 1972 example is a particularly fine ambassador for what makes these cars so great. With plenty of working patina and those rugged mechanics still intact, it'll no doubt please any enthusiast,
History and Paperwork
Registered in 1972
The DVLA records 14 previous keepers
The car was reportedly repainted in 2013
Purchased by the current owner in October 2021
Maintenance work carried out in 2021, with receipts available upon request
MOT exempt
Currently indicates 45,421m on a five-figure odometer
The Condition
Bodywork appears in smart condition for its age with rugged, working patina
Some blistering, bubbling and uneven panels, as you'd expect from a working vehicle of this age
Some areas where paint has chipped off, but appears free from notable defects
The badging, glasswork and trims all appear in good order
Some window rubbers have perished
Spare tyre attached to the bonnet
Underside carrying some light corrosion, commensurate with age
Interior reflects the car's age of 50 year
Floors carry some corrosion and patina throughout
Seats carry some light nicks and rips
Dashboard is clear and legible with similar levels of patina
Ultimately, it's very characterful and in line with a working vehicle
The Mechanics
2286cc I4 petrol engine
Appears in fine fettle mechanically
Repairs carried out to fix an oil leak
Manual transmission with 4 gears
The vendor notes that the car has proven reliable in all types of weather, even pulling vehicles out of snow last winter
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✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is, Where Is’ basis and without warranty. A full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase and bidding is recommended. Photos and descriptions are for guidance purposes only.
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