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!
