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- 1971 Range Rover Classic 'Suffix A'
1971 Range Rover Classic 'Suffix A'
Lot Number: 163
1971 Range Rover Classic 'Suffix A'
Fresh from a three-year restoration and recently magazine-featured, this is a very special Range Rover Classic.
- NOT SOLD
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 19th March, 2022 at 10.30am GMT at
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BODY COLOUR
Davos White -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
JMU 99K -
ODOMETER READING
35000 Miles
SUMMARY
Fresh from a three-year restoration and recently magazine-featured, this is a very special Range Rover Classic.
DESCRIPTION
- Dating from 24/11/71, this, 2-door 'Suffix A' RR has been enjoyed by four previous keepers
- Powered by a 3.5-litre Rover V8 petrol with a 4-speed overdrive gearbox. Only 35,000 miles from new
- It's finished in gleaming Davos White with a smart Palomino interior
- Recently subject to a 3-year, body-off restoration by Alfred Coker & Sons in Edenbridge completed in October 2021
- The work included; complete bodywork, original seating restored in Palomino, new carpets, door cards, brake lines, brake master cylinder and pads, clutch master cylinder, new rubbers, new shocks, springs, new exhaust, original wheels blasted then powder-coated, new tyres and much more
- There are 3 photo albums full of photographs from the start of the restoration to the finish
- So impressive was the restoration that the car was chosen to feature in the November 2021 issue of Classic, Retro, Modern magazine
- Supplied with its Heritage Certificate, a copy of the Factory Build Record, the independent engineers printed conformation of work carried out, the Insurance Valuation of £70,000, old MOTs and a file full of bills and receipts
- The cherished registration number illustrated, 70 PXP, does not form part of the sale
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 163
- Make
- LAND ROVER
- Model
- RANGE ROVER SUFFIX A
- Registration Number
- JMU 99K
- Chassis Number
- 35503019A
- Engine Number
- 35503579A
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Body Colour
- Davos White
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.
CONTACTSCORE:
113 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Remarks
A brand new made to measure carpet set in black and a new sound proofing has been made and fitted to reduce noise and aid comfort. (Rubber mats only were standard fit on early Range Rovers).
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
Radiator has been re-cored to be much cooler and more efficient in modern traffic.
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Remarks
Four speed manual gearbox fitted with original Fairey overdrive for 3rd and 4th gears. (overdrive was an optional extra on early Range Rovers).
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
Brakes:
Wheels & Tyres:
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Remarks
Electronic ignition fitted and the car has a push start button fitted and and a brand new DAB radio with a USB port and plug in connector for ipods. I have not had a chance to get the oil pressure and oil temperature gauges connected as the parts I have been sent do not fit the thread on the engine where the adapters fit.
Vehicle History
Remarks
The Range Rover has its original chassis/engine fitted so is a matching numbers car. (Although British Motor Heritage did not have the engine number on the certificate. This was only found by removing the engine as the number is stamped behind the engine
Restoration Notes
New suspension, complete bodywork, original seats, new carpets, new tyres, powder-coated wheels, brake lines, copper lines, brake pads. In the vendor's opinion it is practically a new car. New door cards, brake master cylinder, clutch master cylinder, new headlights, new rubbers, new shocks, springs, new exhaust, original wheels blasted then powder-coated.
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
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