£14,500
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Transmission:
Manual
Condition:
Used
Year:
1968
Mileage:
43,943 miles
Fuel Type:
Petrol
Exterior Colour:
Other
Interior Colour:
Beige
Doors:
2
Seats:
2
Description
1968 Land Rover Lightweight series II 3.5L V8 + Sankey Trailer
Presented in fantastic condition, this 1968 Lightweight Series II initially started life in the Military and displayed the recognisable RAF colour. In 2005 and under previous ownership, the vehicle underwent an extensive restoration…
1968 Land Rover Lightweight series II 3.5L V8 + Sankey Trailer
Presented in fantastic condition, this 1968 Lightweight Series II initially started life in the Military and displayed the recognisable RAF colour. In 2005 and under previous ownership, the vehicle underwent an extensive restoration with a conversion from the usual 2.25 Petrol to a mighty 3.5L V8 from a 1982 Range Rover (Engine No:11D02959A).
Accompanied by a large folder of invoices, ribbons from its multiple car show wins and a Sankey trailer that is finished in the same delightful colour scheme, this Land Rover is a gorgeous and attractive classic that stands out at shows and makes an impression where it roams. In great health and ready to use, this classic Landy would make a great purchase for any keen enthusiast looking for a usable vintage Land Rover with a little twist.
THE EXTERIOR
- Very good condition
- Restored in 2005
- Very light patina
- Beige paint in good condition
- The beige canvas roof is in very good condition with no signs of damage
- Matching Sankey trailer with light signs of age present
- Matching steel wheels with all-terrain tyres
- Bonnet positioned spare wheel
- Rear-positioned shovel & pickaxe
- Lights and glass appear in good condition and damage-free on Landy and trailer
THE MECHANICS
- 3.5L Range Rover V8 1982 (Engine No: 11D02959A)
- Reconditioned Series III Suffix C Gearbox in 2017, with pictures and invoices for parts to prove
- Coil spring suspension
- Stainless steel exhaust with one silencer (not to loud but still get the the nice V8 sound)
- Battery box repositioned under driver’s seat (new battery fitted last month as its just been sitting around)
- Chassis replaced with discovery chassis and had the foot chopped out the middle section to reduce the length to 88 inches
- No known faults (but has done less than 100miles in 5 years)
- Started and manoeuvred multiple times through ownership and went to one car show in the summer
- Good performing brakes with discs and pads fitted front a rear
The Interior
- Presented well with a gentle patina
- Restored in 2005
- Factory utilitarian layout
- Two vinyl seats
- Black vinyl in overall good condition but showing some wear – Small tears where stitches have come away on the driver’s seat
- The corner of the front passenger seat displays wear
- Rear bench seats are in great condition
- Dash finished in matching exterior beige paint
- Chequered dash plate
- Instruments and switches are fully operational (fuel gauge isn’t very accurate)
- Range Rover steering wheel
- custom made 63 Litre Aluminium fuel tank made in 2017 (located behind front seats)
THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK
- V5c present
- UK registered in 1968
- 9 previous owners (3 since major restoration)
- Believed to be an ex-RAF vehicle
- Extensively restored in 2005 with a colour change to Beige – Chassis replaced during restoration
- 3.5L Range Rover V8 engine installed (has been declared)
- Gearbox overhaul in 2017
- Large folder of accompanying paperwork included
- Including invoices for parts & maintenance completed
- Several show winning certificates and ribbons
- MOT and TAX exempt but did have an advisory free MOT on 21st July 2023 for piece of mind
As said before this is a lovely Landy with a lot of money and time spent on it over the years with stacks of paper work to prove and made it into a magazine in 2005 just after its restoration. Obviously with the work being done nearly 20 years ago there are a few expected age related marks and the underside could do with a top up of under seal. But it has never bothered me as it has only been out on sunny warm days and always been in dry storage.
I have probably misses some stuff out but if you need anything please let me know and ill be happy to help as much as i can.
Viewing in person or video calling available just message me and we’ll sort a date and time.
Landy can be driven back to new owner but i would suggest trailering with this time of year. more than happy to deliver the Landy and trailer to local areas at buyer expense.
Any question or queries let me know and ill be happy to help.
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£14,500
Model:
Series 2
Condition:
Used
Transmission:
Manual
Year:
1968
Mileage:
43,943 miles
Fuel Type:
Petrol
Doors:
2
Seats:
2
Interior Colour:
Beige
Exterior Colour:
Other
Offer ID #32897
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