Description
H&H Classic Auction @ Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire
26th Apr, 2023 13:00
1967 Land Rover Series IIA
Estimate
£15, 000 - £20, 000
Registration No: LDP 141F
Chassis No: 27108213
MOT: Exempt
Restored example
Fitted with a 2. 25-litre petrol engine
88" wheel base - pick up body
A sympathetic update of its much-loved predecessor, the Land Rover Series II was introduced in April 1958. Featuring sill panels and a rounded wing / belt line, the newcomer’s sleeker sheet metal was the work of David Bache and clothed an improved chassis. Thus as well as better rear wheel articulation and sharper steering, the Series II boasted wider axles and a new gearbox (complete with synchromesh on 3rd and 4th gears). Available with a choice of 2. 25-litre petrol or 2-litre diesel four-cylinder engines, the Land Rover could be had in 88-inch or 109-inch wheelbase guises (though, the SWB model made do with a petrol 2-litre unit until September 1958). A popular model, the Series II accounted for some 62, 000 sales in its first two years of production. Announced in 1961, the subtly upgraded Series IIA benefited from an improved cooling system and the arrival of a 2. 25-litre diesel engine. Export models had their headlamps repositioned in the front wings for 1968 with domestic Landies gaining the same revised visage the following year. Phased out of production in 1971, the Series IIA is judged by some to be the most durable Series Land Rover ever made.
This wonderful example is believed to have been restored between 2010 & 2012, there are some pictures of the restoration on file which demonstrate the work was carried out to a high standard. Everything is reported to be in good working order and the pick up benefits from rear fold down seats in the bed, which are removable if preferred. LDP 141F comes complete with two sets of keys, V5 registration document, some restoration pictures, and some older paperwork. An opportunity to purchase an "up together" iconic Landy that presents really well.
