1979 Range Rover Classic 2-Door - Burgundy/White Roof - 50,881km - 3.5L V8, 4-Speed Manual, Permanent 4WD
1979 Land Rover Range Rover Classic, 2-door, 3.5L V8 petrol, 4-speed manual, indicating 50,881km, 5 seats.
Description
The original two-door Range Rover is one of the most significant automotive designs of the 20th century, full stop. When it launched in 1970, it single-handedly created the luxury 4x4 segment by proving you could build something that was genuinely capable off-road and civilised on it. This 1979 Suffix F example is from the classic era of the model, manufactured by Rover-British Leyland in Solihull, England and delivered new to Australia with right-hand drive, metric instruments, and ADR compliance. The two-door body is the original and most collectible configuration, and this one pairs the 3.5-litre Rover V8 with a proper 4-speed manual gearbox and permanent four-wheel drive with high/low range transfer case.
Presented in burgundy with the signature contrasting white roof, this Range Rover is an honest, unrestored survivor that has clearly been used and enjoyed. The exterior paint retains reasonable gloss on the lower panels, though the bonnet and other flat surfaces show fading and oxidation from sun exposure. The aluminium bumpers are present and show typical age-related wear. Under the bonnet, the 3.5L V8 is in place with twin SU carburettors, and the engine bay shows aftermarket blue HT leads and a modern battery. Inside, the tan cloth seats with grey inserts show wear but no major tears, and the headliner is impressively intact. The dashboard carries an aftermarket tachometer, a Mark IV Custom aftermarket air conditioning system, and auxiliary oil temperature and voltage gauges. The speedometer reads in km/h with 50,881 kilometres indicated. Both the main gear lever and transfer case lever are present on the transmission tunnel. A fire extinguisher is fitted. The rear cargo area is accessed through the original split tailgate.
Two-door Range Rover Classics have been climbing steadily in value as collectors recognise their significance. Restored examples have sold for over $100,000 AUD internationally, and even presentable drivers are commanding strong money. This is a complete, running-spec example with the desirable manual gearbox and the right bones for a rewarding restoration. Located in Carrara, Queensland.
Features
* 3.5-litre Rover V8 engine with twin SU carburettors
* 4-speed manual gearbox
* Permanent four-wheel drive with high/low range transfer case
* Original 2-door body (most collectible configuration)
* Right-hand drive, Australian delivery
* Burgundy exterior with white roof
* Tan cloth interior with grey inserts
* Aftermarket Mark IV Custom air conditioning
* Aftermarket tachometer and auxiliary gauges (oil temp, voltage)
* Split tailgate (upper glass, lower drop-down)
* Fire extinguisher fitted
* Towbar fitted
* Manufactured by Rover-British Leyland, Solihull, England
* ADR 27A compliant (Australian emissions specification)
Condition Notes
* Paint faded on bonnet and horizontal surfaces, with colour variation between some panels
* Surface rust on inner wings, door sill edges, and undercarriage as noted by vendor
* Interior carpets heavily soiled and worn, gear lever boot deteriorated
* Door seals weathered as disclosed by vendor
* Dashboard showing age-related wear and cracking
* Aluminium bumpers dented and oxidized
Specifications
Year: 1979
Make/Model: Land Rover Range Rover Classic
Body: 2-Door Wagon
Engine: 3.5L V8 Petrol
Transmission: 4-Speed Manual
Drive: Permanent Four-Wheel Drive
Odometer: Indicating 50,881 Kilometres
Colour: Burgundy with White Roof
Seats: 5
Chassis: 35651904F
If you have any questions relating to this vehicle, or if you would like to arrange a physical or virtual inspection, please contact Matt directly on 0461 481 639
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Lloyds stock #657478+1
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Location of item: 69 Manchester Road, Carrara, QLD, Australia
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