Land Rover Series 3 Lightweight Soft Top Military 1984
The last of the lightweight Land Rovers.
Very Original Condition, 24 volt vehicle, 2.25 petrol model.
A rare opportunity to acquire an exceptional example of a very desirable Land Rover Series 3 Lightweight Soft Top.
Despatched 27th September 1984 to JCSS (Joint Communications Support Squadron) Ashchurch Miltary registration number 43 KC 02, truck utility 1/2 Tonne FFR 4x4 Rover Series 3.
The vehicle was then received by 7 RHA (7th Para Royal Horse Artillery) on 28th January 1985. It then went to ADT, also known as BCA (British Car Auctions) to be sold off on 6th January 1992.
First registered for road use 24th June 1994. The vehicle has only had one previous owner. The vehicle has only covered 43,000 miles from new.

BODYWORK
The body is overall in great shape and all the panels are remarkably straight considering it is an ex military vehicle. The vehicle has the correct FFR hood.
The rear tub unlike most Land Rovers is remarkably straight in the back and doesn't show any signs of hard use and is fitted with two bench seats, all in matching black vinyl.
The bulkhead is exceptionally solid and even has it's original pressed footwells which are both in remarkable condition and require no attention.
The chassis is in exceptionally good condition, and has had no previous repairs. No further work is required.
This vehicle has always had a spare wheel fitted on the bonnet it is in good condition and secured correctly with the straps.
The tyres are all in good condition with plenty of tread. The vehicle is also fitted with the correct military shovel and pickaxe.

INTERIOR
The vehicle has the original smiths square heater mounted to the centre of the bulkhead with demisters for the windscreen.
The load area is exceptionally clean and doesn't show any sights of heavy use. A heavy duty rear mat has been fitted, underneath the floor is in good condition.

UNDER THE BONNET
The engine bay has been left completely standard, including the original 2.25 petrol engine, 24 volt system the engine runs very well. It is the correct later 5 bearing crank engine. It really does drive with plenty of power and will happily sit at 60mph without any problem.

ON THE ROAD
The engine busts into life on the turn of the key. It always starts first time and is a great runner. The vehicle really does pull very well and is a joy to drive. The is no play in the drivetrain and it drives very well.
The vehicle will be supplied with a 12 month MOT with no advisories.
The gears change up and down as they should the main box and transfer box both function correctly.
Almost all Series Land Rovers we have had drip a little oil, some quite a lot, this is the exception though no drips of oil to speak of even after standing for days in the same place.

SUMMARY
This is a fantastic example of a Series 3 lightweight and there aren't many around in such original and great condition. All the numbers match - the chassis numbers on the plates are the same as on the log book registration document and that stamped on the chassis itself.
This is one of the most original and clean examples of a lightweight we have had. This Land Rover has obviously been cared for and cherished by its previous owners. It is a fantastic example that requires no work and is ready to use and enjoy.
If you are an investor then you will already know how these vehicles have appreciated over the last 5 years some doubling in value.
Any questions please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss the vehicle.
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Central Locking; Four Wheel Drive; Electronic Stability Program (ESP); V5 Registration Document; Previously Registered Overseas; Safety Belt Pretensioners
About Us:
Based in Conwy, North Wales Williams Classics is a family run business specialising in the best original and restored classic Land Rovers and classic cars on the market. Miles Williams has many years of experience trading in both Land Rovers and in the more general classic car market. The family have strong connections to some of the best known restorers in the world and have an enviable Land Rover collection of their own.
When Miles started to develop a growing interest for Land Rovers early on in life, he decided to follow and learn a lot about concourse standards from Ken Wheelwright’s fantastic restorations. These restorations became the catalyst to buy more classic Land Rovers and develop a company trading in the best vehicles for both enthusiasts and investors. Previously Miles started trading in Land Rover during his later years at sixth form.
Miles has followed the classic car market for many years and has seen that in the past decade, interest in the classic leaf-spring Series Land Rover has grown exponentially. A good original or fully restored vehicle should be a cherished piece of British automotive history, beautiful to own, fun to drive and a strong future investment. The Land Rover brand has gone from strength to strength and with the end of Defender production in 2015, there is no better time to celebrate the company’s heritage than to buy from Williams Classics.
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