Highlights
- Upgraded with a reconditioned 2.25-litre petrol engine with only 8,000 miles since rebuild
- Fairey Overdrive fitted for improved cruising capability
- Comprehensive restoration by Land Rover specialists Quothquan Workshops
- Previously owned by Lt. Col. Simon R. Stanford-Tuck, son of a famous WW2 fighter ace
- Attended six Series 1 Owners Club annual meetings, including the 70th anniversary rally at Red Dwarf Bay
The Appeal
The Land Rover Series I is where the legend began - the original go-anywhere vehicle that would evolve into one of the most iconic off-road vehicles ever created. After experimenting with several subtly different wheelbases, Rover settled on 88" - a measurement that would remain in use for short-wheelbase Land Rovers throughout Series production until the introduction of the coil-spring Ninety in 1984.
This 1957 example has been thoughtfully maintained with a focus on preserving originality while ensuring mechanical reliability. Having benefited from specialist restoration work by Quothquan Workshops, and featuring a military-reconditioned 2.25-litre petrol engine with Fairey Overdrive, it combines authentic Series I character with improved usability. Its interesting provenance, including ownership by the son of a decorated WW2 fighter ace, adds to its appeal as a classic with both historical significance and practical capability.
This 1957 example has been thoughtfully maintained with a focus on preserving originality while ensuring mechanical reliability. Having benefited from specialist restoration work by Quothquan Workshops, and featuring a military-reconditioned 2.25-litre petrol engine with Fairey Overdrive, it combines authentic Series I character with improved usability. Its interesting provenance, including ownership by the son of a decorated WW2 fighter ace, adds to its appeal as a classic with both historical significance and practical capability.
History and Paperwork
- First registered in 1957 and has had approximately eight former registered keepers, spending most of its life in the Gloucester/Dorset area
- In current ownership since August 2010
- Original registration book included with the documentation
- Comprehensive history file including invoices and job sheets for all restoration work and subsequent maintenance
- Previously owned from 1992 to 1996 by Lt. Col. Simon R. Stanford-Tuck, son of Wing Commander R. R. Stanford-Tuck, the decorated WW2 fighter pilot
- Used for pleasure purposes only by the current owner
- Attended six annual meetings of the Series 1 Owners Club, including the 70th anniversary rally at Red Dwarf Bay on Anglesey
- Not used for the past 4 years but kept in dry storage and regularly started with short runs to maintain mechanical condition
- Odometer shows 14,642 and although this accurately reflects the approximately 8,000 miles in the hands of the present owner it is unlikely to be correct
- The vehicle's total mileage is not known due to its age and the fact that the original diesel engine was replaced in the 1970s
- Exempt from MOT and road tax
The Condition
- Paintwork colour changed at some time early in the life of the car and repainted in the present Bronze Green which shows the marks of use and a pleasant patina
- Straight "Birmabright" alloy bodywork
- Very smart canvas tilt in good condition
- The vendor understands the bulkhead and chassis to be in sound order
- Largely original interior that has not been modernised or refinished
- Interior appears in smart condition for its age with matching age-commensurate wear
- Discreet modern addition of a disguised double USB socket
The Mechanics
- 2.25-litre petrol engine
- Four-speed manual transmission with selectable four-wheel drive and low-range
- Engine is a military reconditioned unit installed in 2011, having covered approximately 8,000 miles since fitting
- Originally built with a diesel engine, converted to petrol around 1970, with the current engine installed in 2011
- Engine starts, runs quietly and pulls strongly
- Gearbox was professionally rebuilt by Quothquan Workshops
- Chassis repairs carried out during restoration work in 2010/2011
- Fairey Overdrive works well, improving cruising capability
- Full repair and service history available from time of current ownership
- New battery recently fitted
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