1956 Land Rover Series I 86" Canvas Tilt

1956

Manual

Petrol

£14,000 – £18,000

Estimate range

Bidding starts 15 Nov at 11:00

Listing Source

Iconic Auctioneers

Auction

Auction Date

Sunday, 15 November 2026

Starts at 11:00

52 days until auction

Estimate

£14,000 - £18,000

Location

United Kingdom

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Buyer notes

Fitted with a 1997cc Spread-Bore four-cylinder petrol engine.
Features an older restoration, a new vinyl interior and a fresh canvas tilt.
Has history as a long-standing member of the Series 1 Club.
Undergoing scheduled mechanical maintenance supported by invoices.

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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