Highlights
- Extensive restoration and sympathetic modification completed in 2017
- Twin SU carburettors, stainless steel exhaust and custom dashboard among many other upgrades
- In current ownership since 2002
- Marsland galvanised chassis fitted
- Dry stored when not in use
- MOT valid until October 2026 with no advisories
The Appeal
This is not your typical Land Rover. It isn't even your typical modified Land Rover. People usually exchange the original 2.25-litre petrol engine for a Rover V8 or later TDi unit, but this custom build chooses to preserve that venerable original powerplant by honouring it with some clever upgrades.
This 88" Series III was purchased as a project in 2002 and subjected to an extensive restoration, completed in 2017 by an experienced engineer. The work was extensive: a Marsland galvanised chassis was fitted, along with new floors, sills, door pillars, doors, windows, and rubber seals throughout. Mechanically, the engine was comprehensively rebuilt and the running gear renewed from end to end, including new brake components with a remote servo, new steering box, springs, shock absorbers, and Discovery differentials. A twin SU carburettor conversion and stainless steel exhaust system have been fitted, and the vendor describes the resulting engine pick-up and exhaust note as impressive. Inside, the seats, mats, and dashboard have all been renewed, with a bespoke arrangement of Smiths gauges adding character.
Approximately 5,500 miles have been covered since the rebuild. The vehicle was dry-stored during a period of the owner's ill health before being MOT'd in October 2025. The vendor describes it as lovely to drive and reports that it draws positive comments wherever it goes. Now reluctantly offered for sale, this is a thoroughly rebuilt Series 3 with long-term, caring ownership behind it.
Key Information
- Mileage: 6,594 miles (indicated: approximately 5,500 miles covered since restoration)
- Country of registration: United Kingdom
- Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 28th October 2026 (no advisories)
- Technical specs: 2.25-litre in-line four-cylinder petrol, four-speed manual, selectable low-range & 4wd
- Paperwork: V5C and most recent MOT test certificate
The Detail
- New floors, sills, and door pillars installed
- All three doors and hinges replaced
- New windows and screens throughout
- New bumpers front and rear
- All rubber seals renewed
- Some small runs noted in the paintwork
- One-off stainless steel radiator grille fitted; original grille available if preferred
- Weller wheels fitted
- Front spot light and new reversing lights fitted
- Side windows fitted in the rear
- Interior fully renewed with new seats and mats
- Non-standard dashboard fitted with Smiths gauges, warning lights, and switches
- Interior lights, USB ports, and cubby boxes fitted
- The vendor states all systems are working; most circuits are relay-operated
- New fuel tank fitted
- Discovery differentials fitted
- Propshaft journals renewed
- Front swivels and all hub bearings renewed
- Steering box renewed; new track rods and steering relay
- New springs and shock absorbers fitted
- New brake components throughout with remote servo assist
- Engine fully rebuilt with new pistons, shells, valves, seals, and water pump
- New radiator, alternator, starter motor, and clutch fitted
- Kenlowe electric fan and controller fitted
- Twin SU carburettor conversion fitted
- Electric fuel pump and iridium plugs fitted
- Stainless steel exhaust system fitted
- Custom air intake fitted
- Dry stored during period of non-use prior to October 2025 MOT
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