Beautifully patinated and highly useable Series I; bought by the vendor in 1968 and again in 1978; lovely original condition; driven to the saleThe Land Rover Series I represents a pivotal moment in British motoring history.

Built with rugged simplicity, it featured a 2.0-litre petrol engine and selectable four-wheel drive, making it ideal for agricultural, military, and expedition use.

Its aluminium bodywork resisted corrosion, a legacy of post-war material shortages.Declared manufactured in 1955, this beautifully patinated Series I 86in petrol shows only two former keepers on the V5C.The present owner originally bought this vehicle in 1968 after it had been used on an estate in Montgomeryshire.

The vehicle was then altered by having the tailgate removed and substituted with a door. A wide rear step was added so that it could be used to carry passengers on mountain tours in the Highlands of Scotland and Jerry cans were also added - carried on boxes fixed to the front bumper.Success...