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1983 Land Rover 101 FC Camper
United Kingdom • 13 May 2026 • Lot Lot 87
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1983 Land Rover 101 Forward Control is a rare, extensively restored ex-military ambulance converted into a 2-berth motorhome. It features a galvanized chassis, refurbished mechanics, a bespoke pop-up roof, and a well-equipped interior with modern amenities, making it an appealing and unique vehicle for shows, touring, or enjoying as a classic Land Rover.
Condition
8
The listing states that the vehicle underwent an extensive restoration between 2021 and 2024, including a hot-dip galvanized chassis, a fully serviced engine and drivetrain, a renewed braking system, and a rewired electrical system. The bodywork has been professionally resprayed, and the interior has been upgraded with new seating, dash panels, and a bespoke motorhome conversion. While it's not described as 'perfect,' the thoroughness of the restoration and upgrades suggests it is in 'Excellent' condition with only minimal cosmetic imperfections.
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[Transmission]
Transmission:
95601071A
Chassis No:
Odometer:
11,625 miles
FWD447Y
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Description Rare and appealing example of the 101 Forward Control; restored well beyond typical ex-MOD condition; hot-dip galvanized chassis; extensive and carefully executed restoration; fabulous go-anywhere fully equipped camper; showing 11,625 miles First registered in 1983, this Land Rover 101 Forward Control began life as an ambulance with the British military, later entering civilian hands before undergoing an extensive and carefully executed restoration between 2021 and 2024.
Now registered as a Historic Vehicle (July 2024), it presents as a fully reworked and sympathetically converted 2-berth motorhome, retaining its original character while benefiting from a comprehensive mechanical and structural overhaul.
The work commenced with a complete strip-down of the base vehicle.
The chassis was refurbished, hot-dip galvanised and finished in chassis black, providing a sound foundation for future decades of use.
The original 3.5-litre Rover V8 and drivetrain have been retained an...
Points of note
£4,360
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£13,313
Median Price (Since 2020)
£24,080
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Feb 28 2025
Latest MOT Mileage
11,625 kilometers
Registration Date
1983-12-31
MOT History
Passed
On Feb 29 2024 with 11,625 kilometers
Failed
On Feb 21 2024 with 11,625 kilometers
There were 4 defects noted.
Major:
- Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- Rear fog lamp tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
- Nearside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
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