Description
1979 Land Rover Series III 109" V8 Station Wagon – Safari Model
Key Features
- A characterful and well-preserved example of the classic 109-inch ‘Safari’ Station Wagon, this Land Rover benefits from low ownership, with the first custodian retaining the vehicle for an impressive 34 years.
- It has been upgraded with a factory-rebuilt 3. 5-litre ‘Gold Seal’ Rover V8 engine, paired with a four-speed manual gearbox and selectable high and low-range four-wheel drive.
- Comes with a comprehensive history file, including numerous service invoices, the original service book, owner’s manual, and a heritage certificate.
- Aside from the engine upgrade, four new doors, and a replacement rear crossmember, the vehicle is believed to remain largely original.
Equipment & Modifications
- Factory-rebuilt 3. 5-litre Rover V8 ‘Gold Seal’ engine, fitted for improved performance and drivability (approx. 10, 000–15, 000 miles since installation).
- Four new side doors fitted.
- Accompanied by extensive documentation: original service book (dated August 1979), owner’s manual, heritage certificate, and a folder of receipts and maintenance records.
Condition Overview
- The replacement doors are a close match but display a slightly different hue to the original paintwork.
- Apart from the doors, the exterior paint is believed to be original. It has naturally faded from sun exposure but remains in good overall condition, with age-consistent wear visible on the offside front wing, offside rear quarter, and nearside rear quarter.
- The interior appears to be original and is exceptionally well preserved, showing only minor patina and expected signs of use.
- Mechanically and electrically, the vehicle is reported to be in full working order, with no warning lights present.
Service History
- The latest recorded service was completed at 55, 100 miles by Cotswold Autos. This included:
- Full engine flush and oil change
- Brake fluid replacement and bleed
Summary
- This 1979 Land Rover Series III 109" Station Wagon offers a rare opportunity to acquire a highly original and tastefully upgraded example of the iconic British 4x4. With low mileage in recent years (just 1, 100 miles since 2005) and extensive documentation, it would make a superb addition to any classic Land Rover collection.
