Vehicle Description
A Land Rover will take you anywhere in the world you want to go...
provided you have the time to get there. Never famous for their
speed and power, this awesome 1983 Land Rover Series III neatly
improved that particular shortfall with a powerful 3.5L V8 mated to
the Rover's already awesome driveline. The result is a
traditional-looking off-roader that works like a real vehicle in
today's world.
Seen in the backgrounds of "Wild Kingdom" for decades, the Land
Rover is one of the most famous vehicles on Earth. This particular
Landie has been in Texas for some time but was originally a British
Leyland built rig, which explains its right-hand-drive
configuration. Finished with a white top over Sahara Tan, the paint
is likely original to the truck, and as you might expect, it's
showing some signs of age. But let's be real, for a real-deal
off-roader, the look is right on. The build quality is very good of
course, giving it a rugged, purposeful look that looks
indestructible. Other appealing features include the Defender-like
fascia (Best. Headlights. Ever.), a heavy-duty brush guard, the
massive roof rack with extra spare tires (to go with the one
mounted to the hood), and a gigantic jack attached to the rear of
the vehicle. Every single piece is designed to be easy to service
and durable, and there are clever features throughout that were
thoughtfully designed with the world traveler in mind. For example,
check out the diamond plates on the flat fenders, the vents under
the windshield, and the hood-mounted spare tire and gigantic winch
mounted to the front bumper, which just screams Safari.
The interior is pure substance over style, combining the Land
Rover's utility and purposeful look with a few useful amenities to
make it manageable in the modern world. The accommodations are
spartan because luxury was a luxury you couldn't afford in the
middle of nowhere. Reliability was paramount, and as a result, the
interiors were made of durable, easy-to-maintain materials that
would wear like iron. All the necessities are there, including
comfortable bucket seats and a full array of instruments that are
as close to universal as you're going to find. It's basic, don't
get me wrong, so don't get in expecting a plush Range Rover
experience, but if you're a fan of adventure and going places
without roads, you'll definitely appreciate the no-nonsense
approach. The entire interior is at factory spec save for a modern
AM/FM/CD stereo and upgraded speakers, but in the middle of
nowhere, what else are you going to do at night? The rear
compartment will accommodate several passengers or a ton of cargo,
and shows wear, but it's definitely ready for more. Even the
awesome hard roof remains in great shape, and you'll love the added
protection it provides if you ever take this 'ol girl out to the
desert in the summer.
The 3.5L V8 liter engine won't win any drag races (although the 91
HP was quite a bit for a Landy at the time), but for rock climbing
and severe duty, it's all about durability and gearing, and this
engine excels. It's also relatively efficient and easy to service
under all conditions. This truck shows just 69,959 miles on the
odometer, and while they can't be proven to be original, we'll let
you take a look and judge for yourself. A 4-speed manual is easy to
use, and the 4-wheel-drive system is arguably the world's best. The
frame is grossly over-built, and all the original equipment remains
intact to give you the genuine experience. And for a more
road-friendly experience, the blacked-out steel wheels wear fat
285/75/16 blackwall radials instead of the tall off-road specs this
Landy would get from the factory.
Clean Land Rovers are none too easy to find, and if adventure is
your game, this is your ride. Call today!