FORWARD CONTROLS

SERIES IIA, IIB – 1962 TO 1972; 101 – 1972 TO 1978

THESE are Land Rover's real-life monster trucks. Series IIA and IIB models had big-capacity load areas, but were blighted by underpowered engines. The later 101 Forward Control was a big military truck with a V8 petrol, thirstier than Oliver Reed at opening time. Some parts can be hard to find, but there's fantastic back-up from clubs, with loads of fellow enthusiasts. They certainly stand out from the crowd.

BUYER'S TIP: Can you make room for one?

SPECIFICATIONS

1962-1972: 2.6-litre six-cylinder petrol (SIIA/IIB), 81 bhp, 132 lb-ft torque. 1972-1978: 3.5-litre V8 petrol (101), 128 bhp, 185 lb-ft torque. Four-speed LT95 gearbox with permanent fourwheel drive.

PRICE GUIDE

Poor: £2700 – £3700

Average: £3700 – £6700

Good: £6700 – £8000

Excellent: £8000 – £12,000