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1970 Land Rover Series II

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Details

  • Make: Land Rover
  • Milage: 75000 Miles
  • Year: 1970
  • Model: Series Ii
  • Transmission: Manual
  • Fuel: Petrol
  • Location: Battle

Description

Land Rover Series 2A Light Utility, 1970 Genuine, low-mileage, two-owner example with documented history Overview A genuine Land Rover Series 2A Light Utility, first registered on 21st May 1970. The vehicle has had just two owners, with the present owner having acquired it in November 1988. It is finished in the classic military-style green and has been used sparingly throughout its life primarily as a hobby vehicle in connection with voluntary countryside work. Ownership & Use Two owners since 1970; current owner since November 1988 Used occasionally in support of voluntary work as a Country Ranger with Bromley Council Currently used weekly to patrol a 1 km woodland ride, in connection with voluntary work as Head Forester of a local woodland Laid up (not in use) from 1998 to 2002 Continuous annual MOT testing from 2003 to 2011, after which the vehicle became MOT-exempt Preservation & Modifications On acquisition in 1988, the chassis was drilled and injected with Waxoyl for long-term corrosion protection A roll-over bar (ROPS) was fitted to the rear of the vehicle for safety Mechanical History 2009 onwards: Land Rover long-wheelbase brakes fitted to rear wheels; servo unit installed 2013: changed wheels and tires fitted 7.50 x 16, General "SAGS" pattern 2016: New clutch fitted 2021: Engine removed and fully rebuilt: rebore, crankshaft reground, cylinder head converted for unleaded fuel, engine reassembled; new starter motor fitted Mileage Odometer read approximately 22,000 miles at purchase in 1988 (accuracy not verified) Approximately 10,500 miles covered by the present owner since 1988 Estimated total mileage from new to 1988: c. 65,000 miles Estimated total mileage to 2026: c. 75,000 miles Documented service records from 2009-2026 confirm 5,797 miles covered, averaging 231 miles per year reflecting genuine, careful, low-mileage use Summary A well-preserved and sympathetically maintained Series 2A with a clear ownership history, documented low annual mileage, and a significant engine rebuild carried out in 2021. Ideal for a collector or enthusiast seeking an honest, characterful example with genuine provenance and continued light duty use. Full service history from 2009-2026 and documentation available on request/viewing. Contact John French