1951 Land Rover Series 1, Registration no. USJ 597 Chassis no. 26102623

Mileage: TBC
MoT: TBC

*Running well
*Good mellowed condition
*Some history

Still in use throughout the world and still immeasurably popular Land Rovers have been involved in almost every form of trade or task and even early examples, such as this 1951 model remain highly useful. This example starts and runs well and engine and gearbox are said to be generally good, as are the brakes, steering and suspension. Body and paint are good to fair but Land Rovers – and especially older ones – are one classic where appearance isn't all about looking showroom fresh. The interior is eminently usable and generally good, and we advised there is some history. An ideal daily driver that would score serious cool points on the school run, for shopping errands or load-lugging, this is one early Landie not to be missed.

A particularly appealing earlier model that enjoys a wonderfully-patinated aura and generally good mechanicals.

Please note the odometer reading is 37,442.
Vendor Score Total: 60/100

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Key for sellers' assessments:
1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well

EXTERIOR TOTAL: 15/25
Body Work: 3
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 3
Glass: 3
Paint: 3
Wheels/Tyres: 3

INTERIOR TOTAL: 12/20
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 3
Headlining: 3
Seats: 3
Trim: 3

ENGINE TOTAL: 12/20
Mechanical components: 3
Running: 3
Starting: 3
Under Bonnet: 3

RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 12/20
Axles: 3
Brakes: 3
Gearbox/Clutch: 3
Suspension: 3

ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 6/10
Ancillary components: 3
Main components: 3

Car History File: 3/5