Highlights: – 2.25-litre four-cylinder engine, petrol, manual transmission – First owner, bought new in 1979 (sold on 26 April 1979 according to the seller) – Safari roof, roof rack with ladder and two spare wheels – Second fuel tank and winch – Three-seat station wagon with cream paintwork and black vinyl seats The private seller offers for sale this 1979 Land Rover Series III 88, equipped with a 2.25-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a manual transmission. According to the seller, the vehicle has had one owner since new: it was bought new and sold on 26 April 1979, and its registration describes it as a Land Rover Type 904 utility vehicle with three seats. The Series III, built from 1971 until 1985, was the last of the classic, leaf-sprung Land Rovers before the arrival of the coil-sprung One Ten and Defender models. The short-wheelbase 88-inch station wagon combines the legendary go-anywhere ability of the Land Rover with a compact, practical body, and with its 2.25-litre four-cylinder engine it is one of the most appealing versions among collectors. Its simple, robust construction, aluminium body panels and huge range of accessories have made it a favourite for expeditions, farm work and recreational use around the world. This example is fitted with a number of period expedition options. According to the seller, these include a Safari roof, a roof rack with ladder, two spare wheels, a second fuel tank and a winch. It rides on BFGoodrich all-terrain tyres on cream-painted wheels, and has a tow hitch at the rear. The cabin has black vinyl seats and the load area is shown with its contents in the photographs. The photos also show the seat boxes opened to reveal the second tank, and the tyres and tow hitch. For those looking for an original, long-term single-owner Land Rover Series III with expedition equipment, this 88 is a rare opportunity. Condition of the bodywork & paint 2 — Fair. Noticeable wear and aging; drives but has issues. Condition of the interior 2 — Fair. Noticeable wear and aging; drives but has issues. Technical condition 3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives. Overall condition 2 — Fair. Noticeable wear and aging; drives but has issues. This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only. We encourage all potential bidders to inspect the vehicle before placing a bid. Please contact us by phone or email to schedule an appointment. All auction vehicles offered have a reserve price. You have only won the item if the seller accepts your bid. Price changes and errors reserved. The 14-day right of withdrawal does not apply to this auction. This vehicle comes from a private collection and is currently located in the department of Oise, France. This vehicle drives, brakes and shifts. The vehicle has a French registration. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction. The description of this vehicle is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Route 66 Auctions requests a range of detail about the vehicle from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. We strongly advise potential buyers to view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy. Please note that it is not uncommon for classic or collectible vehicles to have received cosmetic repairs in the past, to rectify damage or refresh appearance, and this work may be hard to see even upon visual inspection. Unless there is an explicit statement by the seller to the contrary, please assume that any vehicle could have had bodywork or paintwork. Photographs may not reflect the exact true colour or exact full condition of the vehicle. It is a bidder’s responsibility to assure themselves of the colour and condition of a vehicle, including its interior and the existence of any remedial bodywork or paintwork, before committing to bid or buy. Read more