Highlights
- Equipped with a 3.5L Rover V8, and an array of upgrades
- Showcases iconic Camel Trophy paintwork & decals
- Features a galvanised chassis, and poly-bushed suspension
- Runs and drives brilliantly, benefitting from recent maintenance
- Presents fantastic potential for promotional/show use
The Appeal
Easily one of the most widely recognized 4x4 competition series, the Camel Trophy is a fan favourite amongst the 4x4 community and stands as indisputable evidence of Land Rover’s incredible durability and off-road capability. To this day, the legendary Camel Trophy continues to inspire a great number of homages, although few are quite as characterful as this 1978 Series 3.
Adorned with signature yellow paintwork, and iconic Camel decals, this is a vehicle that never fails to turn heads, making it a fantastic candidate for show, and promotional purposes. In addition to being a truly eye-catching 4x4, this 88” Series also benefits from an array of upgrades over its factory form, including a galvanised chassis, a 3.5L Rover V8 under the bonnet, fully poly-bushed suspension, and plenty more.
Now offered in great overall condition, with no known mechanical faults to note, this 1978 Land Rover Series 3 presents a fantastic opportunity for enthusiasts and collectors alike. Whether as a promotional tool for your business, a quirky daily driver, or an eye-catching weekend toy, this Camel Trophy homage certainly won’t disappoint.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered on March 1st, 1978
- Offered with 9 former keepers, and 75k miles on the clock
- Converted to a Camel Trophy homage, with key upgrades
- Ready to be enjoyed by the lucky new owner
- Perfect for both enthusiasts and collectors
The Condition
- Simplistic and practical, with plenty of space on offer
- Features well-preserved cloth upholstery, with plenty of original components throughout the cabin
- Comes equipped with numerous interior upgrades, such as;
- Midland CB radio, with a Cobra Highgear speaker
- Pioneer speakers
- Navigator’s map light
- Offered in great overall condition, with only the expected signs of age and light use to show
- Proudly showcases iconic Camel decals and signature Camel Trophy yellow paintwork
- Features subtle exterior upgrades, including light guards, chequer plating, and alloy military door tops
- Very eye-catching, presenting plenty of promotional opportunities
- Offered in great condition for its age, with light decal remnants, and the expected signs of age to show
The Mechanics
- Powered by a 3.5L Rover V8, with twin SU carburettors
- Equipped with Fairey overdrive, for greater cruising capability
- Features fully poly-bushed parabolic suspension, and free-wheeling hubs
- Shows additional light modifications; including silicon coolant hoses, and an intake snorkel
- Benefits from a galvanised chassis, and excellent bulkhead condition
- Offers plenty of power, with buckets of character
- Runs and drives brilliantly, with no known faults to mention
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