Description

Registration – KSV 625 Chassis No. – M.O.T. – Exempt Odometer – 14,000 Presented in period fire service red and retaining a wealth of original features, this early Series I represents a rare and highly evocative example of a specialist utility Land Rover. The vendor informs us that the vehicle was acquired approximately four years ago as a restoration project, with intentions to recommission and potentially convert to diesel, although this work was never undertaken due to time constraints.Th...

About the Series I 86

The Series I 86" (1954-1956) increased wheelbase slightly for improved load capacity.

Known Issues to Watch For

Series Land Rover: Chassis - galvanised steel but rust is endemic. Check outriggers, crossmembers, spring hangers, bulkhead mounts. Bulkhead footwells rust badly. Engine 2.25 petrol/diesel simple and reliable. Oil leaks expected. Gearbox crash box (I/II) or synchro (IIA onwards). Aluminium body doesn't rust but check for electrolytic corrosion. Budget £2-5k annually.

Desirable Options

Series I 80" (most valuable), Good chassis, Galvanised chassis, Matching numbers, Station Wagon body

1956 Land Rover Series I SWB Fire Engine

Specifications