1st Oct, 2023 12:00
The Bolesworth Castle October 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction
1968 Land Rover Series IIA
***NO RESERVE*** A former MOD firetruck and just one private owner since 1984
Registration - EDL 246F
Chassis - 25114206D
M.O.T. -Exempt
Odometer - 15,250
‘EDL 246F’ proudly exhibits the patina of its 18 years of service with an MOD fire unit. The present owner, who purchased it direct from the MOD in April 1984 and is listed on the V5 as the only keeper since the vehicle became DVLA registered, has evidently maintained it in good running order. The related work has included: the installation of a galvanised chassis; the replacement of the fuel system, carburettor, distributor and coil, as well as fresh springs and dampers all-round. In addition, the chassis has been undersealed, and in 2016 the Landie was apparently treated to a professional respray. The vendor currently classes the 24-volt electrics as ‘excellent’, the bodywork, green paintwork, four-cylinder 2.25-litre petrol engine and four-speed manual gearbox as ‘good’, and the black interior as ‘average’. MOT records appear to support the stated mileage of just 15,227 miles and that less than 1,000 have been covered since the respray. ‘EDL 246F’ is now being offered at No Reserve and, with its undoubted off-road capabilities, this long wheelbase (109”) pick-up would surely be equally rewarding as a practical workhorse or a participant in classic Land Rover and military vehicle events.
That even the last of the classic Defenders is immediately recognisable as a direct descendent of the Land Rover launched at the 1948 Amsterdam Motor Show is huge testimony to Maurice Wilks’ original design. The Landie was designed for light agricultural use and to create the cashflow required to kickstart Rover’s post-war passenger car production. The irony of its longevity is that production was only intended to run for two-three years. Instead, it rapidly became the workhorse of the world. The model steadily progressed from a single offering with 1.6-litre petrol engine to a complete family of long and short wheelbase derivatives with an ever-increasing choice of powerplants. By the time of the Series IIA, production was at its all-time peak of over 60,000 vehicles per annum. and the model is considered by many to be the most durable of all the Land Rover Series vehicles.
In summary:
- A former MOD fire truck with just one owner since 1984
- It exhibits an MOT-supported mileage of just 15,250
- The subject of a professional respray in 2016
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Sold for £4,612
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
Registration - EDL 246F
Chassis - 25114206D
M.O.T. -Exempt
Odometer - 15,250
‘EDL 246F’ proudly exhibits the patina of its 18 years of service with an MOD fire unit. The present owner, who purchased it direct from the MOD in April 1984 and is listed on the V5 as the only keeper since the vehicle became DVLA registered, has evidently maintained it in good running order. The related work has included: the installation of a galvanised chassis; the replacement of the fuel system, carburettor, distributor and coil, as well as fresh springs and dampers all-round. In addition, the chassis has been undersealed, and in 2016 the Landie was apparently treated to a professional respray. The vendor currently classes the 24-volt electrics as ‘excellent’, the bodywork, green paintwork, four-cylinder 2.25-litre petrol engine and four-speed manual gearbox as ‘good’, and the black interior as ‘average’. MOT records appear to support the stated mileage of just 15,227 miles and that less than 1,000 have been covered since the respray. ‘EDL 246F’ is now being offered at No Reserve and, with its undoubted off-road capabilities, this long wheelbase (109”) pick-up would surely be equally rewarding as a practical workhorse or a participant in classic Land Rover and military vehicle events.
That even the last of the classic Defenders is immediately recognisable as a direct descendent of the Land Rover launched at the 1948 Amsterdam Motor Show is huge testimony to Maurice Wilks’ original design. The Landie was designed for light agricultural use and to create the cashflow required to kickstart Rover’s post-war passenger car production. The irony of its longevity is that production was only intended to run for two-three years. Instead, it rapidly became the workhorse of the world. The model steadily progressed from a single offering with 1.6-litre petrol engine to a complete family of long and short wheelbase derivatives with an ever-increasing choice of powerplants. By the time of the Series IIA, production was at its all-time peak of over 60,000 vehicles per annum. and the model is considered by many to be the most durable of all the Land Rover Series vehicles.
In summary:
- A former MOD fire truck with just one owner since 1984
- It exhibits an MOT-supported mileage of just 15,250
- The subject of a professional respray in 2016
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: The Bolesworth Castle October 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction, 1st Oct, 2023
Our October auction of classic, modern classic and prestige cars and motorbikes.
Viewing Days:
Saturday 30th September, 1pm - 7pm
Sunday 1st October, 9am - 12 noon
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