Description
The Millbrook Sale | Milton Keynes, Bedfordshire
Viewing: Saturday 9th May 2026 from 12pm
Auction: Sunday 10th May 2026
Location: Millbrook Proving Ground, Station Lane, Bedford MK45 2JH
1967 Land Rover Series IIA
Estimate
£10, 000 - £14, 000
Registration No: RBF 358D
Chassis No: 24123721C
MOT: Exempt
Fully refurbished in the previous ownership
Fitted with the desirable 2¼-litre petrol engine
Recently subject to a complete service including replacement of the rear hub seals
A sympathetic update of its much-loved predecessor, the Land Rover Series II was introduced in April, 1958. Featuring sill panels and a rounded belt line, the newcomer’s sleeker sheet metal was the work of David Bache and concealed 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 third and fourth gears). Available with a choice of 2¼-litre petrol or two-litre diesel four-cylinder engines, the Land Rover could be had in 88in. or 109in. wheelbase guises (though the SWB model made do with a petrol two-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 2¼-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 Land Rover presents in very fine condition having been refurbished in recent years by John Brown 4x4, though it still displays the light patina without which no Land Rover would be truly complete. Desirably equipped with the 2¼-litre petrol engine and a Fairey overdrive unit which is believed to be original to it, the work performed by John Brown 4x4 included reupholstering the interior and fitting a new canvas tilt. It was then offered for sale and was purchased for use on a country estate in the New Forest, although it ended up being placed in storage for some five years.
The present enthusiast owners bought the Land Rover from the estate earlier this year for a straightforward recommissioning project. It was in non-working condition at the time, but has now received a general service, the brakes have been made operational, the rear hub seals have been changed and a new set of tyres has been fitted. In addition to looking wonderful, it now runs and drives and should be ready for immediate enjoyment. It was MOTed in March, 2026, and passed with no advisories.
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