Highlights

Subject to an extensive restoration to a high standard
Fully rebuilt gearbox with Ashcroft Transmission High Ratio Gear Set
Converted from truck cab pick-up to soft top with new galvanised frame
Extensive mechanical overhaul including rebuilt front axle and new brakes
Galvanised chassis for durability

The Appeal

Often celebrated as the golden boy of the original Land Rover, the Series 2A was incredibly rugged as you'd expect for the quintessential British 4x4 - while simultaneously improving the car's comfort. It was arguably the first Land Rover that was equally positioned to be a daily driver, and continues to be one of the most recognisable, one of the most popular and one of the most enduring classic cars in history.

This particular 1970 example has undergone significant restoration and improvement work, transforming it from a truck cab pick-up to the oft-traditional soft top. The car has undergone a comprehensive mechanical overhaul, including a specialist-rebuilt gearbox with high ratio gearing, The result is that this handsome Keswick Green vehicle is ready and waiting to prove its worth on the modern network with minimum fuss.

History and Paperwork

First registered in 1970
History dating back to 2007 when vehicle was in South West Wales
Active maintenance and improvements by previous owner until 2015
Thereon came a period of inactivity followed by storage until late 2019
Current mileage is 77,500 miles (likely slightly under actual mileage due to replaced speedometer cable)
Purchased by current owner on 30th May 2020 in Essex

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The Condition

Repainted from bronze green to Keswick Green
Converted from truck cab pick-up to soft top
Fitted with larger all-terrain road tyres with 1" spacers for better stance
New aluminium tread plate floor in foot well
New wheels and tyres
New wing mirrors
New door bottoms and sills on both sides
Overhauled wipers with new and refurbished parts
New hinge pins
New side, rear lights and indicators
Era-appropriate tie down points fitted in the rear
New galvanised frame and seat belt bar with new canvas
Fairly stock interior with serviceable and comfortable seat cushions
All switches and instruments work, though night illumination is poor
Functioning heater that sends warm air to feet or windscreen
Small compartment fitted under the middle seat
Lockable tool compartment under the passenger seat
Original hand start lever behind the seats
Bottle jack under a seat
Refurbished steering wheel
Original jack and starting handle included
New starter motor and solenoid

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The Mechanics

2.25-litre 4-cylinder petrol engine
4-speed manual transmission with high/low range transfer box
Engine starts well and appears in good running order
Minimal engine work required beyond annual servicing
Galvanised chassis
Rebuilt front axle
Battery earth isolator fitted in engine bay
New brakes all around (drums, shoes, hoses and master cylinder)
New speedometer cable
New drive shafts (front and back)
New ignition leads
New distributor
New Weber carburettor
New battery
New radiator
Unleaded conversion
New valve guides, resurfaced head
New petrol sender
Overhauled swivel kits on front axle with new bearings and seals
Freewheeling hubs on front
New fuel pump
Fully rebuilt gearbox by specialist
Ashcroft Transmission High Ratio Gear Set installed (32% higher ratio)
New clutch
Most seals have been replaced
Cracked steering column has been replaced with Series 3 column
Fitted new lower link arm and refurbished front steering linkages
Regular engine maintenance (oil/filter changes, valve clearances, timing)
Fitted electronic points
Serviced carburettor
Older wiring that works properly but could benefit from a new loom
New starter motor and solenoid

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