MARKET ANALYSIS
III (1971 to 1985)

The Land Rover Series III, manufactured globally from 1971 to 1985, represents the final evolution of the original leaf-sprung lineage, introducing more modern touches like a full-width padded dashboard and the first fully synchromesh gearbox for easier driving. In the 2026 Australian market, the Series III has seen a major jump in desirability, especially for the Stage 1 V8 (1979–1983) and the late-production High Capacity Pick Up (HCPU), which are prized for blending classic looks with extra power. The buyer pool in Australia is a mix of nostalgic weekend adventurers looking for a more "user-friendly" vintage 4x4 and collectors hunting for the rare "Game" special editions or ex-military units with a rugged history. Locally, market value is very strong for 88-inch short-wheelbase models and 109-inch Station Wagons, as 2026 buyers prioritise these for their historic character and their role as a prestigious entry point into the world of investment-grade Land Rover heritage.
The Land Rover Series III, manufactured globally from 1971 to 1985, represents the final evolution of the original leaf-sprung lineage, introducing more modern touches like a full-width padded dashboard and the first fully synchromesh gearbox for easier driving. In the 2026 Australian market, the Series III has seen a major jump in desirability, especially for the Stage 1 V8 (1979–1983) and the late-production High Capacity Pick Up (HCPU), which are prized for blending classic looks with extra p…
Model years for Land Rover Series (1971 to 1985)

1973 Land Rover III
19,049 km
🇦🇺Bass, VIC
$4,000
Auction
Dec 22, 2025
1977 Land Rover Series III 109"
64,019 km • Manual • RHD
🇦🇺Bendigo, VIC
$15,000
Auction
Jan 01, 2026
1981 Land Rover Series III 109" Flatbed
97,500 km • Manual • RHD
🇦🇺Hawthorne, QLD
$10,500
Auction
Dec 10, 2025
1973 Land Rover Series III 88"
18,718 km
🇦🇺Melbourne, VIC
$18,600
Auction
Feb 26, 2024
1975 LAND ROVER SERIES III 88"
64,195 km • Manual • RHD
🇦🇺Hat Head, New South Wales
$30,000
Auction
May 31, 2022
1975 LAND ROVER SERIES III 88"
65,478 km • Manual • RHD
🇦🇺Avalon Beach, NSW
$30,250
Auction
Nov 09, 2022
1983 LAND ROVER SERIES III 109" V8
8,494 km • Manual • RHD
🇦🇺Charlestown, NSW
$11,000
Auction
Apr 16, 2023
1972 LAND ROVER SERIES III 88”
118,406 km • Manual
🇦🇺Highgate, WA
$28,500
Auction
Apr 17, 2023
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1975 LAND ROVER SERIES III 88”
41,349 km • Manual • RHD
🇦🇺Taren Point, NSW
$27,500
Auction
May 09, 2023
1978 Land Rover Series III 88"
65,264 km • Manual • RHD
🇦🇺Lorne, VIC
$10,200
Auction
Oct 29, 2024
1980 Land Rover Series III 109"
14,702 km • Manual • RHD
🇦🇺Yandina Creek, QLD
$18,000
Auction
Oct 31, 2024
1980 Land Rover Series III 109" - 1 Owner
78,872 km • Manual • RHD
🇦🇺Maffra, VIC
$26,750
Auction
Dec 01, 2024
1975 Land Rover Series III 88"
64,611 km • Manual • RHD
🇦🇺Bondi Beach, NSW
$22,000
Auction
Dec 11, 2024
1973 Land Rover Series III 88"
7,176 km • Manual • RHD
🇦🇺Sydney, NSW
$31,500
Auction
Jan 09, 2025
1975 Land Rover Series III 109" - Fire Truck
65,582 km • Manual • RHD
🇦🇺Burringbar, NSW
$8,275
Auction
Feb 18, 2025
1973 Land Rover Series III 109"
55,673 km • Manual • RHD
🇦🇺York, WA
$16,500
Auction
Jul 06, 2025
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1975 Land Rover Series III 88”
69,683 km • Manual • RHD
🇦🇺Adelaide, SA
$21,500
Auction
Oct 23, 2025