Highlights
- Fully restored chassis and mechanicals while retaining stunning original patina
- New canvas tilt by Exmoor Trim
- Original 2.0-litre petrol engine, gearbox, axles and steering rack
- Running, driving and ready to enjoy
- Brand New bulkhead
The Appeal
Now that’s what we call patina.
By its very nature, a Land Rover is a workhorse, a vehicle built to go places no other car can go and do things no other car can do. So, naturally, these venerable 4x4s accrue their fair share of wear and tear over the years. When restoring one, you could choose to erase this, replacing dented panels and applying glossy new paintwork. But when you’ve got such a rich patina as this and such straight original bodywork, it would be almost criminal to touch it!
This 1954 Series I really is a masterclass in patina preservation. A mere glance at the chassis or under the bonnet reveals this Land Rover has been restored to a high standard, yet that stunning time-worn Bronze Green paintwork has been left well alone. You can also see where it has abraded right through to the bare “Birmabright” aluminium in places.
Besides its gorgeous looks, another benefit of this style of restoration is that this Land Rover remains highly usable. The trouble with perfect paint is it certainly won’t stay that way if you fancy a spot of green laning - surely an activity no Land Rover ownership experience is complete without?! With this car, you simply wouldn’t notice the odd new chip and scratch, while more vulnerable aspects like the bulkhead have been replaced with a hard-wearing galvanised item.
We’re utterly smitten with this Land Rover and we’re sure you will be too. We’re assured it’s running beautifully and ready to explore the British countryside.
The History and Paperwork
- The vendor bought this Land Rover as a barn find, dry-stored since the mid-'80s, having been with the same owner since the 1950s
- Restored to a high standard and ready to use
- 94,853 miles indicated
- V5C present
- Two former registered keepers
- UK market RHD example
- Exempt from road tax and MOT
The Condition
- Completely stripped and refurbished keeping as many original components as possible
- Original chassis coated with zinc-based primer and a new rear cross-member
- New galvanized bulkhead from Radford, overpainted in Bronze Green to look original
- New floor and floor supports for the rear tub
- All alloy bodywork in good order with original paintwork according to the vendor
- A very straight example considering its age and originality
- Smart galvanised cappings and bumper with matching patina
- OEM steel wheels with period-style tyres
- Impeccably presented chassis and bulkhead
- Exceedingly clean underneath, appearing totally fresh from restoration
- Exmoor Trim canvas tilt fitted and in superb order
- New Upholstered seats
- All controls, instruments and switches present well and are reportedly in good working order
The Mechanics
- Original 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine
- Original four-speed manual gearbox with selectable low-range and 4WD
- Impeccably presented engine bay
- Mechanically restored to a high standard
- Full negative earth wiring harness
- New alternator
- Head gasket replaced
- New Solex carburettor
- New oil filter
- New shock absorbers
- Brake and handbrake shoes and seals renewed
- New brake wheel cylinders and master cylinder
- Copper brake lines replaced
- All new leaf springs
- New clutch plate
- Steering track rod ends replaced
- New exhaust system and exhaust manifold
- Reconditioned Fuel pump
- New water pump
- Fresh coil, spark plugs, ignition leads, distributor cap and points set
BEFORE YOU BUY
This sale is subject to the Car & Classic Terms and Conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer, you also agree to the following:
✓ The seller is registered as a private seller which means consumer rights stemming from EU consumer protection law do not come into effect. However, you are still covered by Car & Classic’s own Terms and Conditions..
✓ We request that a non-refundable fee be paid if you are the lucky winning bidder at auction or if your offer is accepted Please refer to our helpful FAQs and T&Cs for specific rates.
✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is Where Is’ basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are solely for guidance purposes and it's customary to carry out a full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase for your own peace of mind.
✓ VAT is included in the buyer's fee. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing.
✓ We want a smooth transaction just as much as you do and as such we run all UK-registered cars and motorbikes for sale on Car & Classic through an online HPI check to verify that they show no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and have no finance owing, allowing you to bid with confidence.
✓ We also check whether vehicles are recorded as being written off as part of an insurance total loss claim at the time an advert is placed on Car & Classic and we helpfully provide write-off category labels (Cat C/D/S/N) for your assistance. However, the presence or absence of a label does not guarantee the vehicle’s status and it is always worthwhile carrying out your own full vehicle history check before making an offer on a vehicle.
✓ Buyers are responsible for vehicle collection
or delivery. Importing vehicles may result in additional customs duties and import taxes so it’s worth checking beforehand..
