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Hi Everyone,
I have decided to join the group as im abit of a novis to land rover projects. When i passed my driving test my first car was a long wheel base series 3, which had loads of fun with. Now being middle aged i would like to rekindle my love for the landy. I don't have a lot of experience mechanical wise but keen to get my hands dirty. I have been looking for a 88 version as garage space is small. I have come across 1972 petrol series 3 that as been sat for a while and the brakes are ceased on,done very low milage.I am going to have a look at it. This is where you kind people come in.Can any body suggest what to look out for many thanks. T

Welcome.

Mechanical stuff is mostly DIYable its the rust that's the killer. Chassis and bulkhead need to be solid.

Good luck.

J

Welcome to landyzone fireplace.

Hello and welcome
rust is the killer, in you can get someone that knows landys to have a look with you, or take loads of pics and ask away.

Hi and welcome!

Main issues as mentioned are rust in the chassis and bulkhead. If either are rusty, price it accordingly or keep looking. Original engines are a bonus for originality. An overdrive is also very desirable.

when you get a Landy, don’t forget some pics too!

Welcome to the forum

Hi
Thanks everyone for your tips i will keep in mind. I have found this one for sale. .Its the series im looking at and the colour. I would like to make it a soft top maybe.Its up for £8000 Been used daily just been serviced by garage. Updated ignition and says as better 2.25 petrol engine,1969 milage 83000. Any opinions appreciated.see photos.

tinker4x4 said:

Hi
Thanks everyone for your tips i will keep in mind. I have found this one for sale. .Its the series im looking at and the colour. I would like to make it a soft top maybe.Its up for £8000 Been used daily just been serviced by garage. Updated ignition and says as better 2.25 petrol engine,1969 milage 83000. Any opinions appreciated.see photos.

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Looks very nice that from the pics, had some time and money spent on it thats for sure!

Hi and welcome
That looks nice, bulkhead near the top hinges/A pillar area can be a weak spot

Looks very nice! If you snooze, you lose…