1973 Land Rover Series III 88"

Highlights

• Sympathetically restored during current ownership with comprehensive mechanical renewal
• The vendor reports the chassis and bulkhead are in very good condition with no welding required
• Tax, MOT, and ULEZ exempt as a historic vehicle
• Recent fluid service and new battery fitted

The Appeal

This Series III is the definitive short-wheelbase Land Rover: mechanically simple, endlessly capable, and possessed of a charm that no modern vehicle can replicate.

Finished in Deep Bronze Green with a Limestone hard top and wheels, this 1973 example was acquired by its current keeper in 2019 and has since been the subject of a sympathetic restoration. The mechanical work carried out has been thorough, covering the clutch assembly, differentials, brakes, fuel system, cooling, and more, with a full fluid service and new battery fitted more recently. We're informed that the chassis and bulkhead are in very good condition, having been recently inspected.
It benefits from tax, MOT, and ULEZ exemption. For those seeking a ready-to-enjoy Series III with the hard work already done, this is a compelling proposition.

Key Information

• Mileage: 49,888 miles (indicated, unwarranted, believed correct)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: exempt from MOT
• Technical specs: 2.25-litre four-cylinder petrol, four-speed manual, low-range and 4wd
• Paperwork: V5C, various invoices, notes and MOT certificates

The Detail

• Mechanical renewal carried out at 46,148 miles including clutch, pressure plate, thrust bearing, front and rear differential seals, brakes, master cylinder, pipework, and tyres
• Fuel pump and fuel lines replaced
• Rear lighting loom fully rewired with sealed connections
• Full fluid service recently completed with new battery fitted
• The vendor states the vehicle would pass an MOT if required
• The vendor reports the engine starts reliably, idles cleanly, and pulls well through the gears
• Gearbox described as tight with good synchros; low-range and 4WD selector functions correctly
• Clutch bite reported as strong
• Brakes recently checked and operating correctly
• Heavy-duty radiator fitted with a supplementary electric fan
• Steering has the expected play for a vehicle of this age
• Occasional oil mark after a long run, described by the vendor as nothing major
• Finished in Deep Bronze Green with Limestone hard top and wheels
• Tyres in very good condition with a matching spare mounted on the bonnet
• Bodywork is straight with expected light dings and small marks consistent with age
• Paintwork has an even finish with no filler or bodges reported
• The vendor reports the chassis and bulkhead are in very good condition, recently inspected
• Rubber seals and door gaps reported as good
• Cabin sympathetically refreshed with refurbished seat cushions front and rear
• Rear twin bench seats intact and reported by the vendor to be in very good condition
• Rear interior rubber matting installed
• Dashboard described by the vendor as unmolested, with all gauges functioning correctly
• Heater, lights, and wipers all working
• More recent indicator and light stalk assembly fitted for improved usability
• Fully painted and cleaned chassis
• Speedometer needle is reported to be slightly wobbly

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