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1948-1958 Land Rover Series I

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The Low Down

In post-War Britain, steel was in short supply. Hence, when the original Series I Land Rover went into production in the summer of 1948, at Solihull, near Birmingham in the UK, it followed the pattern set by the 1947 prototype ...

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Simon Says

“A favourite in the countryside. Worldwide success for Britain’s utility workhorse. Every estate should have one”

Information

Years built: 1948-1958
Make: Land Rover
Model: Series I
Coachbuilder:
Body: Off Road/ Pick up
Engine Size: 1600cc - 2000cc four-cylinder petrol
Bhp: 50
0-60 secs: 35.0 secs
Top Speed Mph: 60 mph
Category: Popular Classic
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Did You Know?

According to Land Rover folklore, the brand’s original oval logo was inspired by a pilchard tin – part of a designer’s lunch. The tin (apparently) left a mark on the designer&rsqu...