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£10,988

1957 Land Rover Series 1

Trade Classics • UK • 8 Oct 2026

Market Position:

Mid-Market

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£10,988

1957 Land Rover Series 1

UK • 8 Oct 2026

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1957 Land Rover Series I 88-inch is a highly usable example, featuring a sympathetic upgrade to a 2.25L petrol engine and a recently renewed suspension and braking system. It boasts impressive bodywork from a 1990s restoration, though the canvas hood shows signs of age.

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Condition 

7

The car presents very well overall with good bodywork, paint, and interior for its age. The description notes minor imperfections consistent with age and a previous restoration, and mentions that the chassis was off the frame in the 1990s. While mechanically upgraded for usability, it is not a factory original. The canvas hood shows signs of age and use. This aligns with a 'Very Good' rating, indicating slight wear visible but overall solid condition.

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57,112 miles

111800216

RHD

United Kingdom

Manual

HDC 526

1957

Auction

£10,988

1957 Land Rover Series 1

Trade Classics • UK • 8 Oct 2026

Market Position:

Mid-Market

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Description

A particularly attractive and highly usable Land Rover Series I, combining the unmistakable appearance of an early 88-inch model with several carefully chosen mechanical upgrades.

The Land Rover is fitted with traditional body-coloured steel wheels, which complement the simple and functional appearance of the vehicle perfectly.

The wheels present well overall, retaining an attractive painted finish.

A matching spare wheel is mounted vertically within the rear load area, where it remains readily accessible without interrupting the exterior lines of the vehicle.

The Land Rover is equipped with chunky all-terrain tyres.

Please take time to review the photos and videos for a detailed view of the exterior, wheels, and tyres so you can make your own assessment of their condition.

Tyres are a key safety item, and you should consider replacing any that are cracked, perished, unevenly worn, or over 10 years old.

The Series I’s bodywork is one of its strongest features and presents extrem...

Price Analysis vs Other Series I 88s

£1,125

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£12,289

Median Price (Since 2020)

£27,000

Highest Price (Since 2020)

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Mid-Market

Compared to previous sales, the sale price placed this vehicle in the mid-market for the Series I 88.

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Average Price

Compared to historical records, the sale price placed this vehicle squarely in the mid-market for the Series I 88.

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Rare Sale

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Previous Series I 88 Sales

MOT Information

Expired

Expired on 27th Jun 2013

Latest MOT mileage:

54,392 miles

MOT History

Passed

On 28th Jun 2012, 54,392 miles

There was 1 defect noted.

Advisory:
- Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Failed

On 27th Jun 2012, 54,370 miles

There were 7 defects noted.

Fail:
- Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)
- Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
- Nearside Rear reflector insecure (1.5.1a)
- rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)


Advisory:
- Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)


User Entered:
- nearside rear drum brake appears damp

Passed

On 13th Jun 2011, 53,910 miles


Failed

On 7th Jun 2011, 53,901 miles

There were 8 defects noted.

Fail:
- Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
- Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)


Advisory:
- Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)


Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)


User Entered:
- signs of corrosion to both front body mountings
- rear diff oil leak contaminating brake hose and shock absorber casings
- Oil leak

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Trade Classics

Blackdown Mill, Kenilworth Road, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, CV32 6QT

Operating from Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, Trade Classics is an online auction platform handling classic, sports, and modern classic cars. They operate timed online auctions and provide vehicle consignment services.

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