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.

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