1973 Land Rover Series III 88"

Highlights

• In current ownership for five years
• Repainted by a previous owner while retaining patinated bodywork
• Interior professionally refurbished, retaining the original style
• Recent new canvas tilt

The Appeal

There are myriad configurations of Series Land Rover, but the soft-top variant is arguably the most characterful of the range. With its go-anywhere capability and unmistakable silhouette, it remains a firm favourite.

This 1973 Series III 88" has benefited from cosmetic and mechanical attention over the years and has proven very reliable in the current owner's care, requiring only routine maintenance with no breakdowns reported. Stored under a car port throughout, it offers a great opportunity to acquire a well-presented example of Britain's most beloved workhorse.

Key Information

• Mileage: 94,844 miles (indicated, unwarranted)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• MOT status: voluntarily MOT tested (exempt), valid until 18th February 2027 with some advisories to note
• Technical specs: 2.25-litre four-cylinder petrol, four-speed manual, selectable low-range and four-wheel drive
• Paperwork: V5C present, no service history available; (the vehicle came without any)

The Detail

• The vendor states the bodywork presents in very good condition; some minor dents typical for a Land Rover of this vintage
• Some evidence of corrosion to the bulkhead and front valance in the usual areas (see photographs), this reportedly has not worsened during current ownership
• Minor chassis corrosion noted during MOT, insufficient to warrant test fail
• Repainted by a previous owner
• Canvas hood described by the vendor as brand new
• Interior professionally refurbished by a previous owner, retaining the original style
• The vendor states the upholstery shows very little wear
• Fold-down rear seats reported to operate well and present in very good order
• Only basic maintenance required during ownership: new plugs, points, and oil changes
• No problems or breakdowns experienced during five years of ownership
• Chassis described by the vendor as sound underneath
• Some minor oil leaks noted during MOT, usual for a Land Rover of this age
• Stored under a car port throughout current ownership
• Reported to be in very good driving order

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