1949 Land Rover Series One 80”
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1949Make
Land RoverModel
SeriesOdometer
Upon RequestEngine
1.6L 4 cyFuel Type
gasolineTransmission
manualDrivetrain
4×4VIN / Chassis #
Upon RequestSeller
Brooklyn CoachworksLocation
Brooklyn, NYTitle Status
clean- Series One Background: Introduced in 1948 at the Amsterdam Motor Show, the original Land Rover was designed as a practical agricultural and light industrial vehicle. It was not initially called the Series I. That name came later, after subsequent Series Land Rovers arrived. What began as a utilitarian stopgap for Rover became one of the most important 4×4 designs ever built.
- 80-Inch Significance: Early 80-inch wheelbase Land Rovers are especially desirable because they represent the beginning of the model line. Their compact proportions, simple aluminum bodywork, and tractor-like controls connect directly to the vehicle’s original purpose as a work tool for farms, estates, and remote industries.
- Numbers-Matching 1.6L: Power comes from the original 1.6L 4-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a 4-speed manual transmission and two-speed transfer case. A Roamerdrive overdrive has been added, improving road usability while keeping the drivetrain character intact.
- Brooklyn Coachworks Restoration: This Series One was originally used as a farm truck in Australia before being imported to the United States and restored by Brooklyn Coachworks. The RAF blue-gray finish, brown leather seating, refreshed trim, and clean presentation show a high level of workmanship while preserving the truck’s early Land Rover identity.
- Multiple Top Options: One of the best parts of this build is its flexibility. It includes a factory hardtop, full soft top, Surrey top, and door tops, giving the next owner several ways to configure the truck depending on season, use, or mood.
- 1.6L 4-cylinder gasoline engine
- Numbers-matching engine
- 4-speed manual transmission
- Roamerdrive overdrive
- Two-speed transfer case
- 50 horsepower
- Brown leather seating
- Floor-mounted shifter
- Heater
- Bakelite steering wheel
- RAF blue-gray paint
- 80-inch wheelbase
- Factory hardtop included
- Full soft top included
- Surrey top included
- Door tops included
- 16-inch steel wheels
- Michelin XZL 7.50 tires
- Original period-correct riveted rims and 6.00 tires included
- Originally used as a farm truck in Australia
- Imported to the United States
- Restored by Brooklyn Coachworks
- Offered in Brooklyn, New York
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