Now available is this fully restored 1979 Land Rover 109 Series III Santana, a properly sorted example of one of the most iconic 4x4 platforms ever built.
This truck underwent a complete body-off (frame-off) restoration, addressing both cosmetic and mechanical components throughout. The result is a clean, dialed-in Series III that’s ready for collection, show, or weekend use.
Key Features:
2.25L diesel inline-4
4-speed manual transmission
Dual-range transfer case (true 4x4)
Left-hand drive (LHD)
Santana-built (Spanish production)
Safari/tropical roof with alpine windows
16” steel wheels wrapped in mud-terrain tires
Inward-facing rear bench seating
Restoration Highlights:
Full body-off refurbishment
Body and frame refinished
Interior refreshed in tan upholstery
Suspension system overhauled
Brake system rebuilt
Engine rebuilt with updated internal components
Valvetrain serviced
Interior:
Classic and functional, featuring three-across front seating with matching tan upholstery extending through the cabin. Rear cargo area retains factory-style inward-facing benches, staying true to its utilitarian roots.
Additional Details:
Odometer shows ~48k km (~30k miles) – TMU
Recently serviced and sorted
refurbishment photos
Clean Florida title
Why This Truck:
Finding a properly restored Series III is getting harder—and this one checks all the boxes. It keeps the original character while benefiting from a comprehensive restoration, making it far more usable and collectible than your average example.
Whether you're adding to a collection or want a vintage 4x4 that’s already been gone through the right way, this is the one.
