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£10,600 (Est: £12,000 - £15,000)

1959 Land Rover Series II 88" Canvas Tilt (Petrol)

United Kingdom • 30 Apr 2026 • Lot 70007

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This is a characterful 1959 Land Rover Series II SWB, presented in Bronze Green with a believed genuine 70,864 miles. It features a new canvas tilt, Elephant Hide vinyl seats, and a capstan power take-off winch, adding to its practical capability and working heritage.

Condition

6

The car displays moderate wear and tear, as it retains much of its original charm and honest patina. There are no mentions of dents, however, the car requires some reconditioning.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

141903670

Odometer:

70,864 miles

Reg Number:

MSJ592

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Background: Introduced in 1958, the Land Rover Series II represented a significant development of the original post-war Land Rover concept.

Retaining the rugged ladder-frame chassis and aluminium body construction that had proven so successful, the new model featured revised styling by David Bache, including the distinctive curved body sides that would become a defining feature of the Series II generation.

Available in both 88" and 109" wheelbase forms, the Series II quickly established itself as one of the most versatile vehicles of its time.

Whether used in agriculture, industry or by the military, its combination of mechanical simplicity, durability and exceptional off-road capability ensured its place as a working vehicle in even the most demanding environments.

The Car: First registered in 1959, this Land Rover Series II 88" presents as a wonderfully aged and characterful example that has retained much of its original charm.

Finished in its original Bronze Green paintwork, t...