Description
Highlights
Rare 'Suffix A' Range Rover
Body-off rebuild and respray completed to a very good standard with overdrive.
Interior refurbished with new carpets throughout
Seats recovered in period-correct covering
MOT valid to January 2027
The Appeal
The Mk1 Range Rover may well be one of the most historically significant cars ever to roll off a British production line. Effectively kicking off the passenger SUV trend that's now so widespread, this boxy off-roader was built for a real go-anywhere, do-anything attitude.
This example is a 1972 ‘Suffix A’ Range Rover from the second year of full production. The ‘Suffix A’ VIN cars were produced for three years, from 1970 to January 1973, and only went through minor cosmetic changes during this period. In that sense, they're perhaps the purest expression of the formula - the Range Rover as it was intended by its designers before the luxury aspect took over the nameplate.
This 1972 example has been treated to a comprehensive body-off rebuild and respray, completed to a very good standard. The current owner acquired the vehicle approximately two years ago for their classic car collection and has since completed the remaining small jobs to bring the restoration to completion.
Having recently passed its MOT, which remains valid until January 2027, this Mk1 Range Rover presents an opportunity to acquire a comprehensively restored example that's ready to enjoy.
History and Paperwork
First registered in 1972
The DVLA records 6 former keepers
Purchased approximately two years ago by the current owner for their classic car collection
Previous owner completed most of the restoration work
Current owner completed the remaining small jobs to finish the restoration
Now being sold due to space requirements
Recently passed MOT, which is valid to January 2027
The Condition
Body-off rebuild and respray completed to a very good standard
Impressive Tuscan Blue livery
Bodywork is clean and well-presented
No obvious signs of corrosion we can discern
Interior refurbished with new carpets throughout
Seats recovered in period-correct covering
Instruments are clean and legible
Dashboard in good overall condition
The Mechanics
3528cc V8 powerplant
4-speed manual transmission
Said to be mechanically standard
Extensively rebuilt by previous keeper we are told
The vendor reports that the vehicle is mechanically sound
