This Land Rover Series III 109” is a charming classic utility vehicle, which is noted to be original throughout, and is presented with an attractive level of character and patina. It is powered by a twin Stromberg carburettor-fed 3.5-litre Rover V8, producing around 91bhp and 165 lb-ft of torque, sent to all four wheels via a four-speed manual gearbox. The odometer indicates 8,494 km (5,278 miles), however this is not warranted. This long-wheelbase Land Rover pairs the rugged Series chassis with a dependable 3.5-litre carburettor-fed Rover V8 and the strong LT95 four-speed manual transmission from the original Range Rover, making a thoroughly rugged vehicle. It is finished in Sahara with a cream roof and ‘Land Rover 3.5’ side decals, and the interior features brown vinyl-trimmed seats, a black dashboard, and body-coloured panels. The vehicle rides on a set of 16-inch steel wheels, fitted with Cooper Discoverer ATR tyres. Features include a ‘His Master’s Voice’ radio, three front seats, and a utilitarian rear load bay with a driver’s side mounted spare wheel. The car will be accompanied by a set of keys and its load-bay mounted spare wheel. The seller notes that there are various dents and marks on the bodywork. The Sahara paintwork is described by the seller as being in generally fair condition, is noted to be original, and shows various signs of wear and tear. These include chips on the car’s front end, dents and scratches on the driver’s-side front wing, corrosion and bubbling at the base of the windscreen, chips and marks on the roof, general small areas of corrosion around the hinges and handles, paint peeling along the roof line, scuffs on the rear driver’s side wing above the fuel filler cap, and corrosion on the various ancillary parts. The suspension leaf springs feature visible surface corrosion. Inside, the cabin presents an equal level of ‘patina’, with corrosion on the instrument bezels, tears on the driver’s seat base, wear and oxidisation on the switchgear, cracks on the top of the dashboard, UV discolouration, and general scuffing and wear in the footwells. The front of the gauge panel is also held in place with cable ties. The seller believes that the car’s suspension is in need of replacement as the ride is harsh, but they are not aware of any other electrical or mechanical faults. It is reported to start first time, every time, and to be running well. This Series III’s latest service was an engine oil and filter change, along with the replacement of the spark plugs and an engine tune-up, which was performed by the current owner. The seller notes the car has been maintained personally, and that over the course of their 12-year ownership it has only been driven around 500 km per year. This Land Rover Series III 109-inch V8 is a charming classic utility vehicle, which has been maintained by its current owner for the past 12 years, and is in highly patinated yet original condition. Used very sparingly in its current ownership, it would benefit from a service and inspection prior to driving any significant distance, but is otherwise is ready to be used for on and off-road adventures, classic summer daily driving, or enjoyable weekend cruises. 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.