1972 Land Rover Series 3 88" - 4 Cyl

Highlights

Highly original Land Rover Series III
Recent new distributor and coil with electronic ignition
Wright off-road sound insulation matting installed
Includes original headlamps and ignition components

The Appeal

Chances are, if you've seen a Land Rover out on the road, it's raised a smile. There's just something about these oh-so-iconic off-roaders that endears them to people without fail. Off-road performance, rugged, simple mechanics and sheer versatility have made these a fixture of the British countryside and beyond.

This particular 1972 Series 3 has been nicely looked over - with recent mechanical upgrades including a new distributor and coil with electronic ignition. The vendor's also taken the time to pop Wright off-road sound insulation matting in the footwell and seat box.

Eminently drivable and still running as you'd expect, this car is still well deserving of the Land Rover's unique popularity, and is sure to impress the lucky new keeper.

History and Paperwork

Registered in 1972
The DVLA records 8 previous keepers
In current ownership since August 2022
The vendor is now selling due to their retirement and intentions to travel
Some receipts available but no comprehensive service history
MOT exempt and last tested in 2010
Currently indicates 33,536 miles on a five-figure odometer

The Condition

No significant corrosion or perforation
Some chips, scratches and minor imperfections as expected for a vehicle of this age
Bodywork is reasonable but has had work and filler in places in the past
Contrast trims are in good order
Fitted with later headlamps (originals still included in the sale)
Underside appears nice and solid with only minor corrosion
Seats are functional but are carrying signs of their age
Dashboard in fair order with all instruments clean and legible
Interior roof needs painting
Wright off-road sound insulation matting installed in footwell and seat box
Rear bay looks solid with areas of patina

The Mechanics

2,286cc 4-cylinder petrol powerplant
Manual transmission with 4 gears
Engine bay looks in good order
The vendor reports that it starts immediately and runs well
Complete with overdrive and free-wheeling front hubs
New distributor and coil with electronic ignition (originals included in sale)
Gears, overdrive, and 4x4 gearing all reportedly work well
We've no reports of any specific mechanical issues

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