The backbone of the British countryside. It's little wonder that the Land Rover continues to carry such an enormous influence for drivers past and present. Plucky, versatile and austere, the Land Rover was the perfect combination for Britain's finest enterprises from the day it first rolled out of Solihull. Today, a whole new generation are discovering this utterly inimitable car and its abilities - making the good old Landie perhaps one of the most enduring classics in motoring history.
This Series III example, first registered in 1983, is a great ambassador for a true British icon. Subject to a comprehensive refurbishment in 2016, the car still in superb order, with a galvanised chassis ensuring that the car, put simply, is better than factory. If you're after an honest, eminently drivable example of a 3rd gen Land Rover, here's your candidate!
History and Paperwork
Registered in 1983
4 former registered keepers
Bought in 2016 fully refurbished
All servicing done by the current owner or a Land Rover specialist
Always stored under cover
76,263 miles on the clock
MOT exempt, and last tested in 2021
The Condition
Bodywork carries working wear, though nothing out of the ordinary
The vendor notes a scratch on the left-hand side
Subject to a full re-spray in 2015
Some mild paint bubbles on the back door
Light swirling and marks, with some paint chips around panel fits and shutlines
Light surface corrosion to the suspension
Chassis has been galvanised and looks very solid
Interior presents well
Fitted with new seats and a checker plate in the boot
No sign of any rips, tears or faults
Modern music player fitted
All instruments are clean and legible
The Mechanics
2.25-Litre four-cylinder petrol engine
Manual transmission with 5 gears
Engine bay in good order
Overdrive equipped
Fitted with a stainless steel exhaust
The vendor informs us that the mechanical condition is excellent
We've no reports of any faults, no matter how minor
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