Buying an old Land Rover - For Life
Discussion
After admiring some on here, I am looking to scratch a long term itch of purchasing an old Land Rover.
The plan (of course this could change) would be to buy one and keep it for life. I have limited mechanical knowledge but willing to learn and these seem simple enough things.
Budget is around £2k, so clearly won't get a mint one, but thats surely part of the fun?! Pre 1972 will be tax free, any on classic insurance will be cheap. Am I missing something obviously that make these very costly?
Also totally unsure which ones to go for. Looking at any from 1970-1990 all seems a similar price! Any engine I should avoid (4cyl petrol I guess), the Disco TDI engine seems to crop up quite a lot.
I am looking for something that is simple, rustic, fun and as reliable as possible - I do understand they are very old vehicles! Speed, comfort, handling, toys and braking something I usually find important matter not a jot. I have become all emotional by these old things!
Any hints and tips? Over to you!
The plan (of course this could change) would be to buy one and keep it for life. I have limited mechanical knowledge but willing to learn and these seem simple enough things.
Budget is around £2k, so clearly won't get a mint one, but thats surely part of the fun?! Pre 1972 will be tax free, any on classic insurance will be cheap. Am I missing something obviously that make these very costly?
Also totally unsure which ones to go for. Looking at any from 1970-1990 all seems a similar price! Any engine I should avoid (4cyl petrol I guess), the Disco TDI engine seems to crop up quite a lot.
I am looking for something that is simple, rustic, fun and as reliable as possible - I do understand they are very old vehicles! Speed, comfort, handling, toys and braking something I usually find important matter not a jot. I have become all emotional by these old things!
Any hints and tips? Over to you!
some great advise there, thanks folks. Two days ago I looked on ebay and thought, I like this, I like that. Now all the advise is taken I am more picky. Think I am tempted by a Series 3 SWL with a roof. As long as chassis is ok I can upgrade any tired bits as a go.
There is something appealing about a rough looking tough old Landy, big wheels and nice paint job are not order of the day here!
There is something appealing about a rough looking tough old Landy, big wheels and nice paint job are not order of the day here!
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