
Est: £6,000 - £8,000
1956 Land Rover Series I SWB Fire Engine
United Kingdom • 26 Apr 2026 • Lot 24
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This is an early Series I Land Rover, a rare fire service variant, presented in period fire service red. It retains its original petrol engine and period features and comes with DVLA correspondence to retain its original registration.

Condition
6
Moderate wear, reconditioning required.
/ 10
[Transmission]
Transmission:
[Chassis No]
Chassis No:
Odometer:
14,000 miles
KSV 625
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Registration – KSV 625
Chassis No.
– N/A
M.O.T.
– Exempt
Odometer – 14,000
Presented in period fire service red and retaining a wealth of original features, this early Series I represents a rare and highly evocative example of a specialist utility Land Rover.
The vendor informs us that the vehicle was acquired approximately four years ago as a restoration project, with intentions to recommission and potentially convert to diesel, although this work was never undertaken due to time constraints.
The vehicle remains fitted with its original petrol engine and is reported to turn over when fuel is introduced directly to the carburettor, suggesting a sound basis for recommissioning.
The interior and exterior display an honest, working patina, with original bench seating, period controls and fire service equipment including hose reel further underlining its authenticity and charm.
Of particular note is the accompanying DVLA correspondence, confirming that while no current record...
Points of note
£10,125
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£13,000
Median Price (Since 2020)
£20,000
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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