This Land Rover Series 1 80” is a characterful and rugged example of the legendary classic 4x4, benefitting from a recent comprehensive restoration. It is now powered by a naturally aspirated 2.25-litre inline-four, driving all four wheels via a four-speed manual transmission. The car has been with the seller for three years, and the odometer indicates 41,138 miles from new; however this is not warranted. Its original 1953 engine also comes with the car. This Series 1 80” has been recently resprayed in Export Beige with a correct tan canvas soft-top roof, over a grey vinyl-trimmed interior with exposed body-coloured panels. It rides on the correct set of16-inch body-coloured steel wheels, shod with MRF NDMS tyres. The factory specification includes a fold-down front windscreen, an electric windscreen wiper, three-spoke steering wheel, a high and low range gearbox, folding rear seats, removable side windows, and a rear bulkhead-mounted spare wheel. This Series 1 80” features some upgrades including a later 2.25-litre engine, a 1956 model fully adjustable steering box, 1951 ‘curved’ seat backs, new period-style amber indicators with a period indicator switch, and a new Speco Meter fuel gauge. Its original 1953 engine is also included in the sale, but it is in poor condition and requires a rebuild if the next owner wishes to re-install it. The car is accompanied by the correct starting handle, a jack and jack handle, as well as a spare wheel. There is no known bodywork damage. The resprayed Export Beige paintwork is reported to be in good condition, though the seller notes some light marks and scratches on the bonnet. There are also some scuffs on the bonnet from the securing catches, some small scuffs in the rear load-bay, and a charming ‘patina’ on the exposed steel trim. Inside, the cabin is presented in great shape. There is some wear and splitting on the leatherette-trimmed steering wheel, some ‘patina’ on the gear lever and knob, slight condensation in the battery voltage gauge, characterful ‘patina’ on the steel framework, and some very mild creasing on the recently reupholstered seats, but no wear or discolouration. There are no known electrical faults, though the seller notes oil weeping on the swivel housing seals and front transfer output shaft. The vehicle’s most recent roadworthiness test was conducted in May 2022, and was recorded as a clean pass. This Series 1’s most recent routine maintenance included the brakes being inspected and adjusted, all oils and fluids checked, as well as the gearbox oil being topped up. The car had a comprehensive frame-off restoration carried out at 40,000 miles, which included the chassis being stripped and resprayed, the original bulkhead sandblasted and resprayed with a rust repair on the lower right-hand A-pillar, the fitment of new front and rear differential bearings, seals and gaskets fitted where required, the installation of a Railko swivel kit with correct ‘tracts joint’ axles fitted to the front differential, new brakes including wheel cylinders, brake shoes, master cylinder and brake lines, and stripped checked and rebuilt front and rear leaf springs with new spring bushes fitted all round. The restoration also included new gearbox seals, transmission brake shoes and oil, new main engine bearings, big end bearings, a new timing chain, gears and tensioner, all new Welsh plugs, the cooling system de-scaled, a new water pump, new rear main seal, a crank pulley with seal, a new clutch, the original Zenith carburetor rebuilt, a new OEM radiator, and the fuel tank treated with ‘RedKote’. Other notable maintenance during the restoration includes a new correct ‘Undercover’ canvas roof, all five seats reupholstered with correct profile shaped timber seat bases and new foam inserts, 1951 ‘curved’ seat backs fitted, a new wiring harness with headlight relay for brighter lights, new period-style amber indicators with period indicator switch, all new door seals and rubbers, as well as a new bulkhead rubber seal and new floor and rear cargo mats. This Land Rover Series 1 80” is a charming and highly capable legendary classic 4x4, recently benefitting from a comprehensive ‘frame-off’ restoration. Boasting some discerning upgrades to enhance the day-to-day usability and finished in a handsome colour scheme, it would make a fine addition to any assembly of iconic classics, and an enjoyable companion for daily driving and adventures both on and off the beaten track. The description of this auction lot is, to the best of the seller's knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller, and performs a level of due diligence. However, bidders must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description, and conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to a bid. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases.