Land Rover Series I 80" 4x4 Utility, 1948
Land Rover Series I
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Chassis No.: 860002
Engine No.: 860002
£109,250 GBP | Sold
- The second production Land Rover built
- Restored in the 2000s by a marque specialist
- Original engine
- 'Best Land Rover' at Dunsfold Open Weekend
This is the second ever production Land Rover. Together with chassis '860001', it was completed on 19th July 1948. The main production run did not start until after the summer shut down, and only three production vehicles were completed in July. In fact, it is older than several of the 1948 pre-production vehicles, the last of which were completed around October 1948.
The vehicle was supplied by Steels of Cheltenham, a leading Rover dealer of the period, to an estate where, reportedly, it remained until the 1970s. The first 150 Land Rovers had seat backs which were different from those of the later models, and this vehicle retains those and many of the features only found on very early examples, such as the hand-made bulkhead, hydrostatic brakes, long nosed differentials, two spoke steering wheel, early full grille and 20/20 ammeter. '860002' retains its original 1,600cc engine and running gear, and comes complete with the optional rear power take-off and pulley to drive stationary machinery.
The vehicle was restored in the 2000s by one of the leading experts on early Land Rovers, John Taylor. The current owner has enjoyed this vehicle over 15 years, and it has been the centrepiece of a collection of Series I Land Rovers. Described by our vendor as in excellent condition throughout, it has won numerous awards, including 'Best Land Rover' at the prestigious Dunsfold Open Weekend. Finished in light green with matching interior, this expertly restored early 'Landie' is offered with a V5C registration document.
Cost
540,037 AED
