Buying an old Land Rover - For Life
Discussion
hidetheelephants said:
Not a Series, but definitely scruffy; I paid 2k for this 1989 110 HCPU, it has a galvanised chassis and an ex-disco 200Tdi, so the OP's budget is definitely doable. The doors don't shut right, and the seatbox is thrice patched, but the oily bits all work.
That looks nice, I'd love to find something similar but a 110 CSW. Unfortunately that seems to add £800 to the price Harry Flashman said:
I bought a Defender instead of the S3 I really wanted, because I need to be able to do distances, including trips to ski resorts. I absolutely love my car. It's the antithesis of a vintage Series (lots of upgrades, modern drivetrain, fat tyres etc) - bit it's my first LR, and I completely love it.
It's not a Series, but I've stuck a picture on here to convince you that you need a Land Rover, of whatever flavour, in your life asap, OP. If I have the choice, I shall never sell mine.
Good hunting!
That is stunning.It's not a Series, but I've stuck a picture on here to convince you that you need a Land Rover, of whatever flavour, in your life asap, OP. If I have the choice, I shall never sell mine.
Good hunting!
Edited by Harry Flashman on Friday 26th October 12:40
Me want muchly.
A little over budget, but 6x4 series 2A on ebay, located in Kent.
Clear, concise description by seller. Recent photo. Tax and MOT exempt, so a little WD40 and away you go. Sorted.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/LAND-ROVER-6-WHEELER-THE...[url]
"Where do i start being a bit of a LAND ROVER nut case ok anarack i saw this and had to ave it only bought it last week couldnt resist it Y U selling it then simple she who must be obayed dont like it on drive and niether does the local nighbour hood watch etc Proberly koos it get more looks and attention that her so been told get rid or pack yer bags and f!!! off ! well i do ! eeerrrrm 50/50 phone a friend and all that or flog it and get back under my thumb ok then thats it strange but true !
This is BESPOKE made by an engineer not an oily rag !!! its AMAZING its got - Airbrakes (air over hyd) with all gauges trailer & airline fittings for blowing up tyres / tools etc / Electric crane with lifting chains its a work of art controls inside the cab and outside twin motors one for up other for down was bilt to lift Land Rovers Jgs etc it used to tow 2 land rovers at the same time ... the dash has got loads of gauges/switches etc like a Boeing 747 ... over than that a good check over then go cruising down the local super market ! Viewing Most Welcome Champagne drinkers with a lemonade pocket welcome come & kick the tyres / one thing for sure when you go in filling station your not gunna get my dad had one of those !
DONT BE SHY SHOW IT TO THE WIFE FIRST THEN LET YOUR EYE BE THE GUIDE & LET YOUR POCKET BE THE JUDGE ! THEN HIT THAT BUTTON !"
PS. Get one, mine's 44 years old, 2.6 6 cylinder petrol and a delight every drive. Took this photo yesterday...
Clear, concise description by seller. Recent photo. Tax and MOT exempt, so a little WD40 and away you go. Sorted.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/LAND-ROVER-6-WHEELER-THE...[url]
"Where do i start being a bit of a LAND ROVER nut case ok anarack i saw this and had to ave it only bought it last week couldnt resist it Y U selling it then simple she who must be obayed dont like it on drive and niether does the local nighbour hood watch etc Proberly koos it get more looks and attention that her so been told get rid or pack yer bags and f!!! off ! well i do ! eeerrrrm 50/50 phone a friend and all that or flog it and get back under my thumb ok then thats it strange but true !
This is BESPOKE made by an engineer not an oily rag !!! its AMAZING its got - Airbrakes (air over hyd) with all gauges trailer & airline fittings for blowing up tyres / tools etc / Electric crane with lifting chains its a work of art controls inside the cab and outside twin motors one for up other for down was bilt to lift Land Rovers Jgs etc it used to tow 2 land rovers at the same time ... the dash has got loads of gauges/switches etc like a Boeing 747 ... over than that a good check over then go cruising down the local super market ! Viewing Most Welcome Champagne drinkers with a lemonade pocket welcome come & kick the tyres / one thing for sure when you go in filling station your not gunna get my dad had one of those !
DONT BE SHY SHOW IT TO THE WIFE FIRST THEN LET YOUR EYE BE THE GUIDE & LET YOUR POCKET BE THE JUDGE ! THEN HIT THAT BUTTON !"
PS. Get one, mine's 44 years old, 2.6 6 cylinder petrol and a delight every drive. Took this photo yesterday...
Edited by C8H18Head on Tuesday 6th November 22:26
Harry Flashman said:
Fool.
Everyone knows they're not just for farmyards. They're also built for getting in everyone's way on country roads where overtaking is impossible.
AND for intimidating those in shiny 4x4's coming the other way in narrow lanes! Disappointingly, since mine has had a repaint and has panels that match, people don't dive out of my way as they did when it was various colours! I think it was the combination of a fairly short woman, driving a battered old Landy that made people take to the hedge Everyone knows they're not just for farmyards. They're also built for getting in everyone's way on country roads where overtaking is impossible.
Edited by Harry Flashman on Tuesday 6th November 09:33
Piglet said:
Harry Flashman said:
Fool.
Everyone knows they're not just for farmyards. They're also built for getting in everyone's way on country roads where overtaking is impossible.
AND for intimidating those in shiny 4x4's coming the other way in narrow lanes! Disappointingly, since mine has had a repaint and has panels that match, people don't dive out of my way as they did when it was various colours! I think it was the combination of a fairly short woman, driving a battered old Landy that made people take to the hedge Everyone knows they're not just for farmyards. They're also built for getting in everyone's way on country roads where overtaking is impossible.
Edited by Harry Flashman on Tuesday 6th November 09:33
Another bonus to a Landie is I certainly can't park the MX-5 like this...
What do people think of heavily molested ones like this: http://classifieds.pistonheads.com/classifieds/use... ?
CraigyMc said:
What do people think of heavily molested ones like this: http://classifieds.pistonheads.com/classifieds/use... ?
Nothing inherently wrong with bitsas, but if you get stopped by VOSA in this one expect to lose the tax-free status and be forced to IVA it as it's a bit iffy.hidetheelephants said:
CraigyMc said:
What do people think of heavily molested ones like this: http://classifieds.pistonheads.com/classifieds/use... ?
Nothing inherently wrong with bitsas, but if you get stopped by VOSA in this one expect to lose the tax-free status and be forced to IVA it as it's a bit iffy.C
C8H18Head said:
A little over budget, but 6x4 series 2A on ebay, located in Kent.
Clear, concise description by seller. Recent photo. Tax and MOT exempt, so a little WD40 and away you go. Sorted.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/LAND-ROVER-6-WHEELER-THE...[url]
"Where do i start being a bit of a LAND ROVER nut case ok anarack i saw this and had to ave it only bought it last week couldnt resist it Y U selling it then simple she who must be obayed dont like it on drive and niether does the local nighbour hood watch etc Proberly koos it get more looks and attention that her so been told get rid or pack yer bags and f!!! off ! well i do ! eeerrrrm 50/50 phone a friend and all that or flog it and get back under my thumb ok then thats it strange but true !
This is BESPOKE made by an engineer not an oily rag !!! its AMAZING its got - Airbrakes (air over hyd) with all gauges trailer & airline fittings for blowing up tyres / tools etc / Electric crane with lifting chains its a work of art controls inside the cab and outside twin motors one for up other for down was bilt to lift Land Rovers Jgs etc it used to tow 2 land rovers at the same time ... the dash has got loads of gauges/switches etc like a Boeing 747 ... over than that a good check over then go cruising down the local super market ! Viewing Most Welcome Champagne drinkers with a lemonade pocket welcome come & kick the tyres / one thing for sure when you go in filling station your not gunna get my dad had one of those !
DONT BE SHY SHOW IT TO THE WIFE FIRST THEN LET YOUR EYE BE THE GUIDE & LET YOUR POCKET BE THE JUDGE ! THEN HIT THAT BUTTON !"
PS. Get one, mine's 44 years old, 2.6 6 cylinder petrol and a delight every drive. Took this photo yesterday...
[massive pedantry]Clear, concise description by seller. Recent photo. Tax and MOT exempt, so a little WD40 and away you go. Sorted.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/LAND-ROVER-6-WHEELER-THE...[url]
"Where do i start being a bit of a LAND ROVER nut case ok anarack i saw this and had to ave it only bought it last week couldnt resist it Y U selling it then simple she who must be obayed dont like it on drive and niether does the local nighbour hood watch etc Proberly koos it get more looks and attention that her so been told get rid or pack yer bags and f!!! off ! well i do ! eeerrrrm 50/50 phone a friend and all that or flog it and get back under my thumb ok then thats it strange but true !
This is BESPOKE made by an engineer not an oily rag !!! its AMAZING its got - Airbrakes (air over hyd) with all gauges trailer & airline fittings for blowing up tyres / tools etc / Electric crane with lifting chains its a work of art controls inside the cab and outside twin motors one for up other for down was bilt to lift Land Rovers Jgs etc it used to tow 2 land rovers at the same time ... the dash has got loads of gauges/switches etc like a Boeing 747 ... over than that a good check over then go cruising down the local super market ! Viewing Most Welcome Champagne drinkers with a lemonade pocket welcome come & kick the tyres / one thing for sure when you go in filling station your not gunna get my dad had one of those !
DONT BE SHY SHOW IT TO THE WIFE FIRST THEN LET YOUR EYE BE THE GUIDE & LET YOUR POCKET BE THE JUDGE ! THEN HIT THAT BUTTON !"
PS. Get one, mine's 44 years old, 2.6 6 cylinder petrol and a delight every drive. Took this photo yesterday...
Edited by C8H18Head on Tuesday 6th November 22:26
that's not a S2A.
[/massive pedantry]
smartphone hater said:
Someone had to say it I'd love that as a project but unfortunately at the moment I don't have the spare time, money or space.
Money, time and space - Easily consumed on a old Land Rover..Before £400 off eBay + 15 hours work and a new half chassis
Space - Loft and Garage full at all times during the rebuild
Finished - The final rebuild cost never to be disclosed with the wife..
Edited by mwy1964 on Friday 16th November 09:01
mwy1964 said:
Finished - The final rebuild cost never to be disclosed with the wife..
That is fantastic! I succumbed to another cheapo one that same colour last week, which we used for a stag-do over the weekend. I don't think that I will ever get around to tidying it up, but your picture just goes to show what is possible
I still like this nice V8
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2011...
and this looks lovely
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2012...
and as usual if you have more money than sense, then Bramley are your preferred garage!
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2012...
Although it does look nice.
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2011...
and this looks lovely
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2012...
and as usual if you have more money than sense, then Bramley are your preferred garage!
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2012...
Although it does look nice.
edo said:
I still like this nice V8
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2011...
and this looks lovely
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2012...
and as usual if you have more money than sense, then Bramley are your preferred garage!
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2012...
Although it does look nice.
Red V8 has been for sale for ever.http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2011...
and this looks lovely
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2012...
and as usual if you have more money than sense, then Bramley are your preferred garage!
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2012...
Although it does look nice.
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