Highlights
- 'Hero vehicle' in Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway (2021)
- Professionally prepared by a Land Rover specialist for filming
- Fitted with 1990 Ford 2.5 Di engine producing 70 BHP
- Fitted with overdrive
- Well-maintained, usable classic Land Rover
- Recent replacement cambelt, which could be added along with recent full service
The Appeal
The Series IIA is widely regarded as the sweet spot of Series Land Rover production, combining the rugged simplicity of the Series I with the refinements that would carry through to the Series III. The 88-inch short-wheelbase pickup is perhaps the most iconic configuration of them all, and this 1970 example carries a particularly distinctive history, having served as the 'hero vehicle' in the 2021 film Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway.
It was used on location in the Lake District for filming, sharing screen time with the likes of James Corden, Margot Robbie, Rose Byrne and Domhnall Gleeson. In preparation for filming, the Land Rover was entrusted to a specialist who carried out a repaint, interior retrim and mechanical work including new tyres to ensure it was fully prepared for filming. Powered by the 1990 Ford Transit 2.5 Di engine producing 70 BHP mated to four-speed gearbox with overdrive, it is reported to be a capable and well-sorted driver.
It was used on location in the Lake District for filming, sharing screen time with the likes of James Corden, Margot Robbie, Rose Byrne and Domhnall Gleeson. In preparation for filming, the Land Rover was entrusted to a specialist who carried out a repaint, interior retrim and mechanical work including new tyres to ensure it was fully prepared for filming. Powered by the 1990 Ford Transit 2.5 Di engine producing 70 BHP mated to four-speed gearbox with overdrive, it is reported to be a capable and well-sorted driver.
Key Information
- Mileage: 62,289 miles (indicated)
- Country of registration: United Kingdom
- Technical inspection status: MOT exempt as a historic vehicle
- Technical specs: 2,496cc four-cylinder direct injection (Di) diesel engine, four-speed manual with overdrive, right-hand drive
- Paperwork: V5C document, recent service and maintenance records
The Detail
- Subject to a repaint and retrim by a Land Rover specialist in preparation for filming
- Well maintained, with a recent full service, new alternator, battery and exhaust fitted
- Bodywork, paintwork, engine, gearbox, interior and electrical equipment described as being in good condition
- Previously stored in a heated garage and reportedly never exposed to rain during that period of ownership
- One of two Land Rovers used as the hero vehicle in the film
- Wore the dummy registration plate GRP 218K during filming; now fitted with its correct plate YYB 630H
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