1956 Land Rover Series I 88"

Highlights

• Comprehensively rebuilt example
• Matching chassis and engine serial numbers
• Original components retained and refurbished where possible
• Radford galvanised bulkhead
• Recently re-registered with the DVLA with the assistance of the Land Rover Series One Club

The Appeal

After experimenting with several different wheelbases over the course of what would later become known as 'Series I' production, Rover settled upon the 88" wheelbase for its SWB models in 1956. This wheelbase would see Land Rover through to 1985, when the last of the leaf-sprung Series IIIs left the production line.
We're delighted to offer this early 88" Series I from 1956. As the photographs attest, this Land Rover has been rebuilt to a good standard, with a clear emphasis on preserving originality. The original 2.0-litre engine, axles, steering rack, and gearbox have all been refurbished rather than replaced, while a new galvanised bulkhead from Radford has been fitted. The scope of the mechanical work is considerable, with further details outlined below.
Recently re-registered with the DVLA, the vendor states it starts first time and is great fun to drive.

Key Information

• Mileage: 21,720 miles (indicated)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: exempt from MOT and road tax
• Technical specs: 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, four-speed manual gearbox, selectable low-range and 4wd
• Paperwork: recently re-registered with the DVLA, V5C present, LRSOC dating certificate, and BMIHT certificate

The Detail

• Original chassis coated with zinc-based primer
• New galvanised bulkhead fitted from Radford
• Remaining bodywork reported by the vendor to be in good order
• Original axles, steering rack, and gearbox refurbished
• New Exmoor canvas roof fitted
• Full negative earth wiring harness installed
• New alternator, Solex carburettor, and oil filter fitted
• New head gasket set fitted
• All-new brake and handbrake shoes, seals, cylinders, master cylinder, and brake pipes fitted
• All-new parabolic springs fitted
• New shock absorbers fitted
• New clutch plate fitted
• New steering track rod ends fitted
• New exhaust system and exhaust manifold fitted
• Reconditioned fuel pump fitted
• Seat pads and backs newly upholstered
• New coil, spark plugs, ignition leads, distributor cap, and points set fitted
• New water pump and front bumper fitted
• The vendor states it starts first time and is great fun to drive
• Hand-finished paintwork with commensurate patina
• Exceedingly clean engine bay and underside presentation
• Canvas tilt in smart order
• Security tyres fitted

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