What does a road full of potholes, a path less traveled and a scenic view have in common? The sight of a Land Rover chugging along at full force clearing the way and giving its owner an unfiltered and truly amazing off-road experience. While the Land Rover of today is one with luxury and performance back in the day it was all about bare-bone styling and getting by. When you do compare the older Land Rovers the series IIA really stands out, it's the model that was known to build Land Rover tough and was featured in many movies and documentaries set in Africa. Looking for a vintage off-roader? This 1971 Land Rover Series IIA we have today sure fits the bill, With a reported 88,000 miles on the clock and maintenance kept by Land Rover this humble machine is at home, be it a tough off-road trail or a lovely Sunday cruise.
If you do look at several Series 1,2 or 3 Land Rovers one factor stands out, the majority of them are finished off in green. The color showcases its off-road personality but if you are looking to stand out, the white exterior on this 1971 Land Rover Series IIA is for you. The body and exterior features are completely factory and proudly boast a slight patina to showcase its years of being a loyal off-road companion. In terms of shoes, this vintage Land Rover sits on its factory wheels which are also white in color. We spoke of patina before, this feature really comes into its own when you step into the white and black exterior of this 1971 Land Rover Series IIA. The interior is reported to be original, and it shows, from the meter clusters to the black leather seats this is a representation of how Land Rover built their humble vehicle for millions to enjoy and explore the great outdoors.
Built to be simplistic and tough, and providing reliable and dependable power on this 1971 Land Rover Series IIA is a 2.25L inline 4 engine. The engine is reported to have been rebuilt with less than 2,000 miles run since it was rebuilt, you also get a new modern fuel pump to ensure smooth delivery of fuel for combustion. Power is sent to all four wheels in true Land Rover style through a four-speed manual transmission. The transmission reportedly is equipped with a new clutch for smoother gear changes.
The Land Rover Series IIA is often regarded as the most iconic of the early Land Rover generations, combining agricultural toughness with enduring style. This 1973 example, a long-wheelbase 109" model, retains the authentic character that made Land Rover a legend. Finished in green over a black interior, it’s powered by the dependable 2.25-liter naturally aspirated inline-four diesel engine paired with a 4-speed manual transmission and a dual-range transfer case. The odometer reads just over 52,000 kilometers, underscoring its careful use and preservation.
Street cred in the automotive scene is often measured by one's contribution to their purpose, looking back at Land Rover and its offerings and it's clear that they sure have banked on street cred for generations. Present today is one of those machines that set the way for its later generations and takes shape with this lovely 1964 Land Rover Series IIA which has reportedly enjoyed a frame-off restoration.
Meet the epitome of rugged British off-roading – the 1966 Land Rover Series II A, a direct ancestor to the famed Defender and a true symbol of challenging, practical exploration. This vintage off-roader, resplendent in Marine Blue, offers a refreshing escape from today's digitalized SUVs. Plus, it promises to conquer terrains that modern counterparts can only dream of, unless heavily modified.
Land Rover introduced the Series I off-roader was introduced in 1948, as Rover knew that, like Jeep over in the USA, with World War II finished, they needed to switch priorities and serve the civilian market. The Land Rover Series I holds the designation of being the world’s first mass-produced four-wheel drive vehicle with doors and solid roof. Over time, the Series I became the Series II then Series III, before gaining the Defender name in late 1990, in keeping with Land Rover’s new naming convention. The Defender came in 90,110 and 130 forms, which roughly referred to its wheelbase. Here, we have a 1997 Land Rover Defender 110 County Edition which is a five-door station wagon variant. You can see by its right-hand drive layout that it’s likely a UK import. With only over 16,000 miles to its name, the vehicle currently resides in Houston, Texas, but is basically at home anywhere in the country – especially where there are no tarmac roads. After all, it’s meant to go off-roading and overlanding!
The Land Rover Defender is one of the strangest cars in the automotive world, at least the older models are. They aren’t the most enjoyable to drive or the most comfortable carrier for passengers. Yet they are absolutely adored all around the world for their undeniable British character. The Defender is as British as warm beer, good tea, and bad teeth. Not to mention, they are mighty good off-roaders as well. What you’ll often find in the market or on roads is the Defender 110, rendering the short-wheelbase Defender 90 quite rare to come by. This 2000 Land Rover Defender 90 found its way to our inventory from St. Cloud, Florida. Having driven over 119000, this example remains well-maintained and boasts a re-upholstered interior.
There are many motor vehicles that have been described as legendary. So many, in fact, that the word has lost much of its meaning. While there have been many interesting machines introduced in the last 100 years, only a relative handful truly deserve this accolade. One of the few that does is the English Land Rover. This amazing 4x4 wagon, the first of its kind, is instantly recognized wherever it appears. In fact, it is the first motor vehicle ever seen by a quarter of the world's population. While its look has hardly changed since 1948, the vehicle that the world knows as a Land Rover has come a long way. The Land Rover Defender has a production window of over 60 years, starting with the original series 1. This example of the 1986 Land Rover Defender 110 has covered 14,707 miles and is currently located in Westport, Connecticut.
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