
Not Sold • £14,000 - £17,000
1957 Land Rover Series I Desirable Series I in one of best colours
United Kingdom • 24 Jan 2026 • Lot 122
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1957 Land Rover Series I, finished in Pastel Green, features a Series III engine, recent refreshing of the seats, and new off-road tires. While the chassis and body are solid, potential buyers should note a slight pull to one side under braking, necessitating a brake inspection.

Condition
6
The car is described as being in solid condition, but there are some issues such as a slight pull to one side under braking, suggesting that the brakes be at least inspected before using the vehicle. There is also moderate wear on exterior, interior, and/or wheels. May have a few small dents, light paint scratches, or noticeable curb marks. Some reconditioning is required.
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Manual
Transmission:
111702787
Chassis No:
Odometer:
48,514 miles
814 ENU
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
This 1957 Land Rover Series I 88”, was first registered on 17th April 1957.
Finished in a heritage matt Pastel Green, it features the classic Green vinyl spade seats, with three seats upfront and bench seating at the rear, all recently the subject of refreshing.
Seat belts have been added to the rear bench seats for extra safety.
It has been stored undercover for the past three years during the current ownership.
Adding to its practicality and charm, included with the vehicle are door-top windows and a canopy.
The vehicle rides on a set of recently fitted, matching heavy-tread off-road tyres sized 6.00x16”, giving it a purposeful stance and some capability beyond the tarmac.
Mechanically, it is reported to start reliably and benefits from being fitted with the later 2.25-litre, five-bearing Series III engine, offering improved durability over the original specification.
As for the all-important condition of the chassis, it is described as ‘solid’, as is the bodywork, retaining i...
Points of note
£1,495
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£16,028
Median Price (Since 2020)
£98,844
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Jun 05 2011
Latest MOT Mileage
47,647 miles
Registration Date
1957-06-17
MOT History
Passed
On Jun 06 2010 with 47,647 miles
Passed
On May 02 2009 with 46,494 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- Front n/s+o/s tyre sidewalls perished

