Vintage 1972 Land Rover 88 Series 3 unrestored Dry original survivor 4WD patina

1972 Land Rover Other Description

1972 LAND ROVERRange Rover SERIES 3 88 "FEDERAL DELUXE HARDTOP".Left hand drive. Solihull England built. Truck has never been under coated, anywhere, so there are ZERO hidden corrosion sins lurking beneath. Seeing is believing...Possible trade, up or down, considered for similar vintage Landrover Pickup Truck in similar condition.This is an unrestored original, immaculate, short wheel base survivor truck. Aluminum body. Light Green with Original paint Limestone wheels and Limestone removable roof. 4 cylinder 2.25 Gasoline engine. No smog required in California as the truck is pre 1975.This is a special "259" prefix vin number "Federal Deluxe" example. Only 3,572 were built from early 1972-1974 for North America market only. Sliding rear windows on removable roof with side pivot tailgate.Hood mounted spare tire with fold down windshield.Auxiliary fuel tankLocking fuel filler cap (keyed alike with storage boxes, etc. throughout).Bonnet lockRubber pedal padsFactory seat beltsGalvanized ROVER roof rack with (expensive) TEPUI "KUKENAM" roof mounted tent. Google TEPUI to get an idea of how well built their products are... (known as the toughest rooftop tents on the market with incredible ventilation and panoramic views). Built in hidden telescoping ladder folds up into tent platform. Unfolded twice. Last photo shows what the tent looks like when constructed. Takes ten minutes and you're ready to relax from your penthouse...Overdrive transmissionRear Jerry can fuel tank5 new BF Goodrich 215/75R15 all terrain tires"Cubby Boxes" under front seatsJack/tool kitSignificant collection of receipts and registration cards included from original owner, and various books, brochures, etc. are included.Recent documented Engine work including rebuilt head/valve train, carburetor, alternator, water/fuel pump, hoses, radiator, master cylinder, soft lines, etc.All documented with receipts.Overall just a super nice warm patina, survivor turn key California truck with documented original Blue license Plates. The proverbial tractor with a roof, wipers, and three doors.There is a minor dent shown in right front fender accompanied by an endearing hand written '70's document from original owner conveying his angst from the parking lot incident. Thus, the "badge of honor" remains in my ownership. Being an aluminum body, easily ironed out if desired.Registered and titled in my name. Original blue California Plates remain current.Is it perfect? Not quite, but considering it's now 45 years old, VERY difficult to find one like this, California bone dry with no rust or galvanic reaction anywhere.Some consider it socially unacceptable for a vintage Land Rover to be remotely close to perfect... This is an exception.White Headliner with working dome light is flawless and original interior is stellar, with center seating. Zero cracks in dashboard.Very nice running and driving example. Original owner hand crafted, furniture quality wooden storage boxes in rear cargo area, for fresh water fishing tackle storage. These are in lieu of the rear bench seats as seen in photos and store quite a bit.Cheap? Not really but that's relative.Quality? YesNOTE: additional photos of specific areas can be provided upon request. I will photographically monitor transport company of your choice should winning buyer elect to have the vehicle shipped. All shipping responsibility of buyer. Full payment must be received prior to release of vehicle. Any questions relevant to the vehicle are welcome prior to auction end. Inspection by appointment. Simple.