SERIES II/SERIES IIA

88” AND 109” 1958 – 1971

IN 1958 the Series I was replaced by the more rounded Series II – the classic Land Rover shape that you still see today in the Defender. Values of Series IIS are rising sharply – pre-1961 and Mot-exempt models especially. Some have been retro-fitted with Tdi engines, which help them keep up with modern traffic. An SII should be a good ride. If it isn’t, check the leaf springs aren’t badly rusted and seized – and consider replacing with parabolics. BUYER'S TIP: Short wheelbases are great everyday drives.

SPECIFICATIONS 1958: 88s, diesels to 1961 and all transmissions same as Series I. 1958-1971: 2.25-litre four-cylinder petrol, 77 bhp, 124 lb-ft torque; 2.25-litre four-cylinder diesel, 62 bhp, 103 lb-ft torque. 1967-1971 (109 only): 2.6-litre six-cylinder petrol, 81 bhp, 132 lb-ft torque.

PRICE GUIDE Poor: £800 – £2300 Average: £2300 – £3800 Good: £3800 – £6000 Excellent: £6000 – £14,000+