1955 Land Rover Series I

A charming classic British 4x4, which has an appealing ‘shabby chic’ appearance, and starts, runs and drives very well. It is powered by a 2.0-litre inline-four engine, driving all four wheels via a four-speed manual transmission. The current keeper has owned the vehicle for the past five years, and it has been treated to a mechanical restoration. As a 1955 model, this Series I features the 86-inch wheelbase, which brought greater stability and more load space compared to the earlier 80-inch cars. It is finished in green paintwork, with metal trims around the bodywork edges, the classic mesh front grille, and colour-coded wheels. The three seats in the front have recently been re-trimmed. The original tools and jack are included. There is no known significant bodywork damage, though evidently there are minor dints and dents from utility use over the decades. The vendor has reported the green paintwork has been repainted at some point. The left quarter panel is flaking, and the finish is fair elsewhere considering its ‘workhorse’ appeal. Its condition is well documented in the photo gallery. Interior, the cabin is in very good condition for its age, with the re-trimmed seats presenting in excellent condition, and the main touchpoints having a smart patina in line with the Land Rover’s age. There are no known mechanical or electrical faults. The most recent maintenance was performed in September 2021, consisting of a major service including change of all fluids, new battery, and a carburettor tune. General services were also carried out in 2020 and 2019 by a member of the Land Rover club, and the engine bay wiring was tidied up in 2018 by Euro Autosports. This Land Rover Series I is a tidy example of the classic British 4x4, which has been mechanically well maintained. While it has a somewhat weathered appearance, this arguably gives it even greater charm, while the re-trimmed seats mean it looks smart from inside. This vehicle would make a fun and practical addition to any collection of classics, and is ready to be enjoyed for many years to come. 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.