1963 LAND ROVER SERIES IIA 88"

KEY FACTS

• A good, solid example of the characterful classic 4x4, with a two-tone finish and a rugged interior.
• Under the bonnet is the 2.2-litre inline-four, which drives all four wheels through a four-speed manual transmission and an aftermarket Fairey overdrive unit.
• The engine oil and brake fluid have recently been changed during a private service.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This Land Rover Series IIA 88” features a two-tone blue and cream finish, with black leatherette upholstery in the cabin.
• It rides on a set of 16-inch steel wheels, which are finished in the same cream hue as the roof.
• While it is largely original, the vehicle has been fitted with a Fairey overdrive unit for a higher cruising speed and more comfortable motorway driving.

CONDITION

• There is no known bodywork damage.
• The body has been stripped and resprayed, now presenting with a few marks on the bonnet and some discolouration around the windscreen and door hinges.
• The metal body trims have a few scuffs and scrapes, as do the 16-inch white wheels, however this is in keeping with the vehicle’s rugged character.
• Inside, the black leather upholstery appears to be entirely original and as such features various age-related marks and creases, as well as a large tear on the base of the driver’s seat.
• The painted dashboard and interior panels feature a heavy ‘patina’ and would benefit from being refinished to bring them up to the same standard as the bodywork, and the gauge lenses have become cloudy with age.
• The vendor notes that the windscreen wiper motor, wiper blades, speedometer and odometer need to be replaced.
• This Land Rover’s last MOT test was conducted on 14 February 2018 at an indicated 64,027 miles, which resulted in a clean pass with no advisories or noted defects.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This Series IIA’s most recent service was carried out privately, comprising engine oil and brake fluid changes.
• New tyres and fresh wiring have been installed during the vendor's nine years of ownership.

SUMMARY

This Land Rover Series IIA 88” is a sound example of the iconic 4x4, featuring resprayed exterior paintwork and equipped with a Fairey overdrive unit. Requiring some cosmetic improvement in its cabin, as well as replacement of some of its accessory items, this ‘Series’ Land Rover should make an enjoyable restoration project for any marque enthusiast.

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