Saturday, 25 April 2015

1980 Land Rover Stage 1 109 V8 1980 truck cab, solid, un-molested condition, low miles


1980 Land Rover Stage 1 109 V8

1980 truck cab, solid, un-molested condition, low miles


For sale my 1980 Land Rover Stage 1, Ruby. These are becoming more and more rare these days, and this one is particularly unmolested. She has excellent running gear (LT95 gearbox, very good synchro) and a fantastic engine (older replacement Defender V8 engine with SU carbs, no leaks or rattles, pulls beautifully). I am selling her as technically a non runner, as she has been off the road since last Summer, when the starter motor failed, meaning that a little rewiring will be required.

She comes with a fairly comprehensive history of maintenance and improvement. She was originally built as a left-hand-drive version, as confirmed by the VIN, and was converted about 15 years ago by a previous owner to right-hand-drive, at considerable cost and using new components. Because of this, she is one of the best-steering Series Landies that I have ever driven - no slack or play at all! The radiator (unbelievably expensive brand new!) was replaced with new in 2008. The body is basically straight, with a few dents here and there. The tailgate has been hung on hinges which greatly improves acces to the rear bed. The truck cab has a complete (except for the door trims) deluxe trim kit, which is in good condition with no tears. She has an older respray which is getting tired, and would benefit from refreshing. Alternatively, simply enjoy a Land Rover which looks like a Land Rover should!