1983 Range Rover Classic - ‘In Vogue’ Special Edition
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Highlights
- Rare ‘In Vogue’ special edition
- Many original and spare parts
- Well maintained and very usable
- Manual 3.5-litre V8
- MOT to July 2023
The Appeal
First launched in collaboration with Vogue magazine in 1981, this ‘In Vogue’ is one of the rarer and more sought after Range Rover Classic special editions. Apparently, just 350 were made in 1983, so this handsome machine is a wonderful survivor.
Presented in good condition, with lots of original and spare parts, a fine history and even the original picnic hamper present and correct, this smart classic all-roader would make a fantastic daily classic.
With its potent and characterful V8 drivetrain and those chiselled looks, this is one SUV that will turn heads for all the right reasons.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 6th October 1983
- 10 owners from new
- Current owner since summer 2018
- Maintained by specialists and the owner (who is an RAF helicopter engineer)
- Current MOT to July 2023
- The car will be MOT, tax and ULEZ exempt from April 2024
- BMI Heritage Trust certified copy of factory record
- Huge history file, including numerous maintenance invoices, old MOT certificates and sales invoices, a period sales brochure and adverts
- 2,127 miles indicated (five figure odometer, believe to have passed 100,000 in 2019)
- Received a cosmetic restoration in 2014
- A number of spares, both new-old-stock and secondhand, included with the sale
The Interior
- Original ‘Palomino’ cloth interior in good overall condition, showing some wear from use and age, but no tears or significant damage we could see
- Tan carpet and vinyl door cards nicely complement the upholstery and show in good condition for their age
- Non air-conditioning dashboard installed, but original dash is included with the sale
- The knobs on the gear levels and transfer box have been changed for replica billet items as the originals were worn
- Mercedes-Benz Bluetooth/USB/Aux stereo system installed, although the original is also included
- Walnut door caps were relacquered in 2014 and present in very good order
- The headliner has been replaced with a fibreglass item from Famous Four
- We’re told by the vendor that all the controls and switchgear work as they should
- The trim looks to be in nice condition, with a light patination that suits the vehicle well
- The centre console trim is included but currently not fitted
- We’re informed that the fuel and choke lights are currently not working
- In the boot, there are some marks and stains to the carpet
- Full-size spare wheel and toolkit present and correct
The Exterior
- Full professional respray in original Derwent Blue in 2014
- The paint of the roof and bonnet has suffered quite a bit of UV damage and would benefit from being refreshed
- The rear upper tailgate has been replaced with an aluminium item
- Bumpers from an early two-door have been fitted to the front and rear
- There is some minor bubbling to the lower tailgate and the near-side front lower wing
- Currently wearing 16-inch five-spoke CSK wheels, with Michelin tyres (the original three-spoke wheels are also included)
- It’s reported that the chassis has been cleaned and repairs as necessary (minimal welding) and is in good, solid condition
- A new rear crossmember and fuel tank have been fitted
- The vendor tells us that whenever anything has been removed or replaced, new stainless steel fittings have been installed
The Mechanics
- 3,528cc V8 engine reported to run well, with the only issues reported being that the choke needs some adjustment
- New engine loom from Autosparks fitted in 2020
- Carburretors were rebuilt and tuned by specialists in January 2022
- There is some oil leaking from the rocker gasket and sump
- Full stainless steel exhaust system – including manifolds – fitted in 2020
- LT77 five-speed manual transmission
- New clutch and transmission fitted in December 1996 at about 60,000 miles
- High and low ratio transfer box and locking diffs – all working as they should according to the vendor
- There is a slight power steering fluid weep, but a reconditioned PAS box and steering column are included in the sale
- Air-conditioning condenser and pump not present
- A new alternator has been fitted
- Electronic ignition neatly installed in the distributor
- New water pump, pulley, viscous coupling and fan installed in March 2021
Summary
Presented in very good, usable condition, this Range Rover Classic would be ideal as a daily classic or as a rolling restoration project.
In fine mechanical condition and with many rare parts and spares included, we think is a great opportunity to acquire one of the most iconic British vehicles ever made.
In fine mechanical condition and with many rare parts and spares included, we think is a great opportunity to acquire one of the most iconic British vehicles ever made.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1983
- Make Land Rover
- Model Range Rover Classic Vogue
- Colour Derwent Blue
- Odometer 2,127 Miles
- Engine size 3528
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Henlow
- Location Hertfordshire
- Country United Kingdom
25
bids
- Ch•••• £9,000 27/01/23
- Ch•••• £8,900 27/01/23
- Cl•••• £8,800 27/01/23
- Cl•••• £8,700 27/01/23
- Ch•••• £8,600 27/01/23
- Ch•••• £8,500 27/01/23
- Ch•••• £8,400 27/01/23
- Cl•••• £8,300 27/01/23
- Ch•••• £8,200 27/01/23
- Cl•••• £8,100 27/01/23
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