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