1983 LAND ROVER SERIES III 88"

KEY FACTS

• A rugged classic 4x4, with a new galvanised chassis, a re-fitted Exmoor Trim black vinyl interior and which presents very well throughout.
• Under the bonnet is the 2.25-litre inline-four, coupled to a four-speed manual transmission with four-wheel-drive.
• It has been stored off the road since 2011, though it underwent a comprehensive service in 2016.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• It features resprayed Bronze Green paintwork and eight-spoke steel wheels with chunkier tyres, along with an Exmoor Trim soft-top roof and black vinyl upholstery.
• The steering wheel has been replaced with a three-spoke Mountney item.
• Various maintenance invoices and MOT certificates will accompany the vehicle, along with a spare wheel.

CONDITION

• Most significantly, the car sits on a new galvanised chassis in place of the original frame.
• No known bodywork damage, though the vendor notes the doors have been replaced.
• Its resprayed Bronze Green paintwork is in good shape, though a small crack can be seen on the offside rear wing, which is believed to have been caused by a sheep while the car was parked in a field.
• Some age-related stone chips and scuffs are visible on the front bumper, wheel arches and sills.
• Some scratches and light discolouration can be seen on the exposed metal body trims and hinges, though this is commensurate with age and light off-road use.
• The Exmoor Trim black vinyl upholstery is in good shape. One small tear can be seen to the back support of the driver’s seat, along with a patch of discolouraton to the outer bolster.
• No electrical faults have been detected.
• The most recent MOT test was on 18 August 2010 at an indicated 5,857 miles, which was a clean pass with no advisories.

SERVICE HISTORY

• Its last scheduled maintenance was undertaken in November 2016 at 5,863 miles, where the vendor changed the engine oil and filter, before cleaning the air and fuel filters. The front brakes were stripped and a new offside front wheel cylinder was fitted, while the front differential oil was changed, the hubs were greased and a new fuel sender unit was installed.
• It also features new parabolic leaf springs, new shock absorbers, new chrome swivels on both sides, and genuine Land Rover galvanised roof sticks.
• Previous oil changes were carried out in 2009 and 2010, with the vendor noting it has been kept off the road since the last MOT.

SUMMARY

This Land Rover Series III 88” is a charming four-wheel-drive utility vehicle, refinished in a classic colour scheme and with smart Exmoor Trim upholstery. It benefits from a renewed galvanised chassis and has been kept in good mechanical order, and is ready for any adventures, on or off the road.

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