The Appeal

Unexpectedly back up for sale due to buyers inability to pay
MOT valid until June 2025
Solid underside
Excellent prospect for cosmetic restoration

The Appeal

The P38 was a huge golden boy for the rise of the Rangie. Offering an upgraded trim, an unusual air suspension system and all manner of modernisation to match, the new slab-featured off-roader set a firm precedent for its audience: The Range Rover was now the top of the line, and it was there to stay.

This particular example, finished in Obsidian blue, offers a top-notch opportunity for cosmetic restoration. The mechanicals have proved reliable and dependable, with no issues reported by the vendor, and it comes with an MOT running all the way up until June 2025. Whether you intend to take it under your wing and restore it to former glories, or drive the car day-to-day, this is a great prospect.

History and Paperwork

Built in 1994
The DVLA records 11 previous keepers
In current ownership since June 2024
MOT valid until June 2025
Odometer reading of 181,000 miles, not altered or replaced

Complete with:

V5c document
Original manual and handbooks
A framed photograph of the vehicle at Simply Land Rover, Beaulieu, Sunday 11th July 2021
Stamped service record book
MOT certificates past and present
Plenty of invoices

The Condition

Bodywork shows age-commensurate wear, with some areas of blistering
Paintwork has chips and wear, with the odd bit of lacquer peel
Wheels and tyres are in good condition
Underside carries surface corrosion but does look solid
Interior is in very good condition with minor imperfections
The upholstery looks in good condition with some light scratching and creasing
Wooden veneers carry age-commensurate wear
Door cards are looking slightly more worse for wear and could use a tidy
All instruments appear clear and legible
Some rubbing and marks to the wood-trimmed steering wheel

The Mechanics

2,497cc BMW M51 6-cylinder powerplant
Manual transmission with 5 gears
Some MOT advisories, though no major or minors
The car does present some error codes, but these are reportedly old and need wiping
One small oil leak, which is near standard with a Land Rover product of this seniority
The vendor reports that the car starts first time, every time

BEFORE YOU BUY

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