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‘I KNOW HE WILL BE BEAUTIFULLY CARED FOR NOW’‘I WILL BE TAKING AWAY SOME WONDERFUL MEMORIES’‘SHE’S COST A FORTUNE, LIKE ANY LADY WORTH CARING ABOUT!’‘everyone got covered from head to toe by the v8 disco’‘one day, everything but watching tv will have been banned’‘fellow landy owners can identify me by the smell of ep90’ The circus lion rescued from a life of cruelty and returned home to Africa – on the back of a DiscoveryThe man they called ‘Mr Land Rover’ retires after more than half a century’s service at Solihull A Series IIB makes a return to her former glories – as a sensibly restified working classic What happens when a Landy-loving couple get married? The dress is in serious trouble, that’s what… Ten years on, the story of a gentle green lane trip that would now be a weekend of non-stop criminal activityAn end-of-the-line Series III rescued from a world of bad-taste mods and returned to the way it should be
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Andy Walker’s relationship with his Land Rover goes back a long way. In fact, this 88 is the car in which he learned to drive. Ever since those early days, he’s had his spanners on it almost non-stop. And the result is a Landy that’s been evolving for almost as long as it’s been in his family. Full story: Page 20
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three weeks in Morocco aboard a bobtail? It’s not an obvious choice for adventure travel, but a shortened V8 turned out to be the ideal tool for taking on the Saharan dunes Full story: Page 32
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Jason Redfern has a particularly vibrant Defender 90. It’s also a champion of playdays and one serious off-roading tool… Full story: Page 24
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Servicing is one of your first ports of call as a spanner monkey. So we took our resident Td5 Defender 90 on a visit to Ashley 4x4 to see how the pros do it Full story: Page 46
Land Rovers can be infectious, and for Peter Clarke the virus really has taken a hold. He shows us his various Series Landies and explains why he loves a good soft-top Full story: Page 28
We travel into the woodlands of Cannock Chase with the Forestry Commission. Epic springs to mind Full story: Page 36
Everyone loves chocolate. So who wouldn’t want a Defender dressed entirely in a rich cocoa blend? Full story: Page 30
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Morocco is a popular overlanding destination. This 110 was built to explore there – and far beyond Full story: Page 38
Looks to die for? Perhaps. This is Chris Kill’s Defender 160 6x6… yep – quite.
No Land Rovers are really considered to be small in stature, but this certainly removes any possible doubt if there was any left. A goliath build has resulted in a mammoth vehicle, and it’s plain to see (literally) why Chris loves it so.
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LIVING THE DREAM We all have our ideal vision of a Land Rover, and some of us are lucky enough to own that dream already.
Crumpled and broken, this Range Rover was facing death row – until Paul Atkinson stepped in. Just wait and see what he’s done with it in 17 years of ownership… Full story: Page 28
But many of these special Landies are either ludicrously rare or ludicrously expensive. Or both. Who said you couldn’t go and build it yourself, though? Who said you can’t go and build… a replica?
SHADES OF DAKAR Abandoned for ten years, and even put up for sale at one point, this Dakar Range Rover Classic was in a bad way.
The Freelander 2 was, and still is, a great car, but these days it’s been overshadowed by the Disco Sport. Well, that shouldn’t be the case… Full story: Page 20
Mercifully, its owner, John Eales, and Phil Holland of Twenty-Ten Engineering saw the light. And in doing so, they’ve restored not only a great Classic, but a pioneer from the late Eighties…
Vikki Anderson never really used to like Land Rovers. But then she drove one. Today, she shows why both girls and boys love them Full story: Page 24
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Sometimes a spot of rust can drive you to despair. For Richard Johnstone, though, it drove him to a completely new Tomcat Full story: Page 22
And when you’re experiencing the county whilst riding in a platoon of pristine ex-MoD vehicles, it feels all the more special. Northern bliss indeed!
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Ruby The Landy starts to wind down her South American journey, but not before further fun in Chile and Argentina. Full story: Page 40
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He’s used them for decades during military service, but Craig Allen has never owned a Green Oval machine. Until now… Full story: Page 28
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Back in the late Nineties, several thousand miles away from the UK, a plant in South Africa was busy building the 2.8i. They’re rare, intoxicating… and the fortunate Alistair Fearnehough has one in his garage…
60,000 miles on the clock and a lifetime of living in Jersey: Nick Oddy kicked off his Rangey craze in style Full story: Page 28
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Modernising your Defender’s interior could be something you’re considering – especially once you see Ruskin Design’s handiwork… Full story: Page 50
We all grow up wanting to own that one special truck that steals our heart. Back when Steve Murfitt was a teenager, he used to ride in a Series IIB FC for work. 45 years later and he now has one of his own sitting on the drive. Dream car bagged, has it turned out to be everything he wanted?
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Starting with a roll cage from Billing, the project spun from there and after a two-and-a-half-year rebuild, the results are in. This could just be the finest Defender you’re ever likely to come across – it’s tremendous!
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Former TA serviceman Wayne Wood owns this tremendous ex-Cyprus Wolf 90: it’s ace Full story: Page 20
Ruby The Landy and her travelling compadres reach Peru for more South American memories
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An all-season convertible is what Land Rover calls the unusual softtop Evoque – so we threw some late winter weather at it Full story: Page 34
A while ago, David Bowyer dreamt up the idea of his perfect Defender 90.
If your father liked his Land Rovers, there’s always a strong possiblity you may have the same fascination. Tim Howe’s father owned this Series III, that goes by the name of Katie, from new. And Tim has recently had her turned back to as-new condition, thanks to Astwood 4x4 Full story: Page 20
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Brendon Frost likes ordinary Land Rovers, except his isn’t. His has got Full story: Page 24
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When four guys plan an adventure around Europe using Series Land Rovers as their transport, you know it’s going to be memorable
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Remember when a Disco was cheap and simple? Remember when it could get down and dirty with the best of them?
Times have changed over the last decade or so – but if you look carefully enough, you’ll still find off-road pleasure in Land Rover’s old school Discovery…
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Ruby The Landy’s adventure continues further into the Americas, with Alcatraz just one of the many attractions along the way
Inner wings on Range Rover Classics are in short supply. But there’s one man out there who’s determined to change that
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When it comes to preparing for green lanes, you might not think a trayback would be entirely necessary.
Martin Lear kicks up a gear as he heads towards the completion of his fire tender rebuild – the final spectacle is something to behold Full story: Page 42
an LS6 Chevy V8 under28 the hood… David Beckham’s Range Rover Sport is up for sale – and it’s quite the head-turner: Page this 90 from Norton Automotive you’ll love Nene Overland’s take on the Spectre 110 theme: Page 28
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Ruby The Landy may have been on the road for well over a year now, but she’s just conquered Canada and now it’s time to hit the USA
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JLR’s SVO branch created the SVR. They’ve also put the SVR engine in their SVA Dynamic. So what’s best – SVR or SVAD? Full story: Page 28
The Discovery 5 is now among us – and we’ve been out to give our verdict on what is a very important vehicle for Land Rover Full story: Page 22
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Trevor Bailey never used to own Land Rovers, but his Mazda RX-8 wasn’t coping well with the winters.
But is there any harm in going overboard if it means protecting your Land Rover and being ready for anything while off-road? This trayback 90’s proud owner certainly doesn’t think so…
A Series IIA chosen for a special assignment – this Dunsfold relic has carried some serious VIPs
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A Land Rover was needed – and subsequently bought. But his Landy isn’t just for winter. This Lightweight has a rich history. And, following a full resto, it’s in better shape than ever.
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The 86” Land Rover wasn’t built for a long period of time. So it’s rare – especially in this condition…
While you’re stuck inside and watching the snow fall, why not feast your eyes on this summer-ready HCPU…?
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Your friends can make you laugh and they can sometimes make you cry. In Martin Okell’s case, they can just be that naughty voice in your head encouraging you into yet another overly-ambitious project. But Martin has ended up with this gorgeous Stage 1 V8 – so it’s not all bad! you like Bond, Full story: PageJames 18
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When Shabs Piercy was looking for a way back into Series ownership, this Land Rover dropped right into the lap Full story: Page 22
Not all Defenders are oil burners that only lick up the thick gloop of diesel.
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If you like your green laning to be on the challenging side, just head to Wales with Yorkshire 4x4 Treks and you’ll see why this is the spot Full story: Page 36
Jack Fielder decided to set up his very own Land Rover business, rebuilding Tdi Defenders. And he says they’re all ‘better than new’ Full story: Page 26
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If you’re thinking of going on safari, make sure you listen to the experts first. You could have a far better experience – and save money too. Full story: Page 34
Trying to put a Td6 engine into a P38 requires bravery. But we know someone who’s managed it. Full story: Page 26
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collection. Part one: Tickford…
Ruskin Design makes fine interiors – and now it’s the turn of one of our own to get the Ruskin experience. Part one of three inside… Full story: Page 42
As you can clearly see, this is Paloma. What you may not be able to see so easily is that she is a Series IIA Double Cab.
Ah, yes, you’re a quick one, aren’t you? Solihull never produced such a vehicle, did they? But someone obviously felt the need to bring such Manual gearboxes: nothing unusual a vehicle into the world. about them, is there? Except in a And the result is this stunner… P38 Range Rover, that is… Full story: Page 20 Full story: Page 26
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In Part Two of our snoop around the vehicles belonging to Mike Rivett, however, we look at one of the first Land Rovers ever made. Feast your bewildered eyes on Pre-Production Series I No 14. Isn’t she a beauty!
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Tom Parker picks his moments wisely – like when you’re in the middle of an Arctic for Cancerexpedition Research UK Full story: Page 42
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We borrow someone’s offspring and show you how to spec a Discovery Sport so it won’t you life –bankrupt thanks to one lad…
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We’ve taken our 90 to the Krown workshop this month, a Canadian rustproofing company that knows how to look after your Landy Full story: Page 44
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Rivett: he’s a Land Rover AfterPACKS’ a fire nearly wiped this Series ‘WE DIDN’T FANCY USING A VW TRANSPORTER’ A 90 SV, a king of winch challenges,‘YOU’LL BE MACHINE-GUNNED WITH OPTION ‘THAT WOULD HAVE BROUGHT ME OUT IN AMike RASH!’ collector – and he has quite the I out, it has been brought back to brought back to its former glory –
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Having resided in the warmer climate of South Africa, these vehicles are frequently found in terrific condition even 40 years after being first assembled in Solihull. And we’ve been finding out just how terrific they can…
Tempted by a Td6 L322? Don’t do anything until you read this month’s segment of our buyer’s guide on the footballer’s favourite Full story: Page 48
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Travelling around the world brings many great experiences. But it also brings along responsibilities to the places you’re passing through Full story: Page 36
Special Vehicle Operations… sounds serious. And that’s because what they make is serious. So, the SVR: just how fast is fast…? Full story: Page 34
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Have you got a dodgy handbrake on ‘AFTER 30 YEARS IT STILL MAKES ME ThSMILE’ e Arkon X2 is a craftsman Landy ‘I’VE The Arctic Circle calls for this BEEN WANTING TO POP THE QUESTION…’ ‘YOU DON’T NEED TO GO ALL THE WAY TO AFRICA’ your Discovery 4? No sweat. Derby that illustrates what can be created explorer – and all to raise money
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Attempting your first Land Rover rebuild could be a delicate topic for many who’re thinking of giving it a go. Phil Keeling decided to look at the task from a completely different perspective, though. Building up your 90 from scratch, on a galvanised chassis, he thought… just how hard can it be? Full story: Page 24
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We celebrate the Evoque’s fifth birthday with a reminder of why it’s such a best-seller Full story: Page 24
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Some people never stump up the courage to tackle their first resto. But for Harry Kissock, he’s done this ex-Longleat Series III proud Full story: Page 20
Our fathers can have a big influence on some of the many activities we take up throughout our lives. For many of us, it is our fathers who we owe our passion of Land Rovers to. And for Kevin Jukes, he was shown the way to enjoy his Land Rover – whether for work or play. ‘getaway’ vehicle? Find Full story: Page 28
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In many cases they’ve become the butt of jokes discriminating against their mobility issues. But when Tig Arnott was let loose around Whitecliff Quarry in his D1 racer, he quickly showed us what real pace looks like…
Read what happened when Ruby The Landy rocked up atFull story: a Columbian Land Rover meet lady who knows her Land Rovers Page 20
Land Rovers are made of tough stuff – but for Shaun Myerscough, he felt there was still room for improvement. After hundreds of man hours were spent on transforming this old 90, Shaun’s machine is sturdier than the oft-quoted brick lavatory… Besides, it can tackle the rough stuff like nothing you’ve never seen. Full story: Page 20
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This Land Rover business is a man’s bit… expensive. So why not restore ‘AND THAT’S WHEN THE MADNESS STARTED…!’ game. Wrong. Libby Dykes is a ‘THEN, BOOM – AND IT PICKS UP ITS SKIRTS’ a four-door yourself – for twice the co-founder of Yorkshire 4x4 and a
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The words Holland and Holland normally mean money. Just like these ultra-rare Range Rovers we’ve got here… Full story: Page 20
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The first official V8 Landy was a Range Rover, but the engine’s story starts with a special Series IIA that’s now one of the stars of the Dunsfold Collection Full story: Page 24
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You don’t really come across Series II Land Rovers with sixwheel drive. It probably has something to do with the fact that Solihull never actually made one. Mike Gamble, however, happened to stumble across one that had been left in a barn to fester. But with Mike’s help, it’s now back to its spectacular self… Full story: Page 20
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Joe Edge likes a special car or two. And when Tonks 4x4 turned his 50th Anniversary 90 into a 300bhp Defender, he became the owner of something very special indeed… Full story: Page 24
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When Matt Unsworth was six, he was given a yellow toy Defender. From that moment onwards, owning a real Defender was a life ambition. Today, he owns a yellow Defender of grown-up proportions. And he’s has created something that any kid would aspire to own…
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There’s no shortage of modified Td5s in the world. Not many of them are as tidy as this one… Full story: Page 26
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How many of us have sold our much-loved Land Rovers… only to end up regretting it? That’s what Gary Newton did way back in 1997 when he parted with his original 2.25-litre 90. So imagine his delight when, 15 years later, he saw his old Landy back up for sale. They’re reunited now – and this time, he says, he’ll never part with it again! packed in toPage more Full story: 18 pages
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Rarities are often rare because they weren’t very good. The 2.0 diesel in the early Series II is a good example – but as Nick Lewis’ 88 shows, it makes for a cracking classic! Full story: Page 28
Why settle for a holiday in hell when you can have a heaven-sent month seeing Europe in a Disco? Full story: Page 32
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A few days after this paper is printed, the Defender line will fall silent. It’s been going, in various guises, since 1948. But now it’s no more. To mark the end of an era, we took one of the last Defenders on a nostalgic journey back to Red Wharf Bay in Anglesey – where, almost seven decades ago, the Land Rover story began. Full story: Page 18
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You don’t normally see 90s prepped for overlanding. Far less soft-top examples. But this remarkable 90 is more than just somebody’s home from home. It’s the culmination of a fullon rebuild – and possibly the first in what will be a long line of trucks that blend travel prep with bling. Full story: Page 34
At the end of January, the last Defender came off the line – and the world lost its most enduring 4x4 icon
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This thumping great Range Rover wasn’t always going to be built as an off-roader. But it was odds-on always going to end up with a V8 engine like no other… Full story: Page 22
Andy Fleming says he just went into the workshop to have a little play with his Discovery. Three and a half hours later, half its body had gone missing… Full story: Page 30
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It’s been said that the Discovery 2 risks being missed out by modders. But though it’s not as simple as the Mk1, the last live-axled Disco can still be turned into an off-road hero Full story: Page 30
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Daan Schreuders didn’t go looking for epic suspension flex when he built his hybrid.
Instead, his aim was to strike the perfect balance beteween front and rear travel. He even used radius arms and a panhard rod instead of a rear A-frame. The result was an 88” coiler which took on some of the world’s biggest off-road challenges – and showed people that a well thought Notice anything odd about this 90? out Landy can cut it with any Like, for example, it’s a hatchback… number of megabuck super-trucks! Full story: Page 16 Full story: Page 26
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Five years on expedition? This 110 did it – and she’s back for more
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to deal with emergencies at Coventry Airport, it fell into the hands of an owner who always meant to restore it but never had the time. But then Brian Tonks took it on. And, being a pro in the Landy game, he knew exactly what he was up to. When it emerged from his workshop, the big truck had been restored from top to toe – and it was looking more eye-catching than ever!
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The ‘Arizona Tan’ colour you used to see on 110s has been compared to many things. Not many are very flattering… But it’s rare to see one whose paint hasn’t suffered over time. After a decade-long restoration, on the other hand, this 110 proves just how good a brown Landy can look. Full story: Page 30
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That remote-control Range Rover… dead clever, but isn’t the point of a car for people to sit in it…? Full story: Page 4
Which Land Rover would you choose for laning? We know a guy who chose a 4.2-litre Bowler 100”… Full story: Page 24
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This low-mileage Puma is one of many 90s which have been turned into street machines. But it’s not just another rich man’s shopping-list blinger. For one thing, it would cost you a fraction of what the big-name custom houses charge. And besides, inside it you’ll find a creative touch that makes it 100% unique… Full story: Page 20
How best to round off a season’s trialling? The Essex LRC do it by going trialling… after dark Full story: Page 42
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But those didn’t have sensors trying to stop you changing anything. Damian Roberts’ P38 isn’t just bobtailed. It’s lifted and armoured, too – and fitted with a later BMW turbo-diesel engine. It’s been turned into a true one-off – but it didn’t half put up a fight…
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When the Mark 1 Range Rover started getting old, people were bobtailing them left, right and centre.
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When Landy fans talk about ‘shinies’, they normally mean chrome-laden 90s or Range Rover Sports. But Mat Hind’s Series II gleams just as brightly as any of them. Despite having had a gentle life, this 1960 88” was in need of a spruce-up when he bought it. But that’s not all it got – because Mat decided it deserved to be taken back to showroom condition. Full story: Page 22
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The Carmichael 6x4 Range Rover is ideal for putting out fires… with a touch of class! Full story: Page 34
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That’s what Andy Webb set out to do, though, after realising that his old pick-up could be turned into a water tanker for stranded traction engines. And how was it? Well, it wasn’t the hardest part of the project…
This 88” Series III is one of the last leaf-sprung vehicles Land Rover built. And it’s only ever covered about 60,000 miles. But that’s not the only thing about it that’s remarkable. Because this is a Land Rover with a hidden past. For the first 17 years of its life, it served in one of the most secretive corners of the entire Ministry of Defence… Full story: Page 16
‘it’s been a struggle – but a real labour of love’ Leading lights from Dunsfold and Solihull team up to recreate the original Series I production line
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A group of Brits travelled to Kenya to do battle in the annual Rhino Charge. They helped raise millions for wildlife – but at what cost to their Land Rovers…? Full story: Page 40
When is it time to ditch your old Landy and start again? Never, if this This magnificent 127 didn’t Disco is anything to go by… always look so purposeful. After an early life spent on standby Full story: Page 26
Galvy chassis, discs all round, front PTO shaft… An old 90 can be a lot more mysterious than it looks! Full story: Page 34
Landy owners are renowned for being willing to take on ambitious DIY projects. But converting a 110 to six-wheel drive is a big undertaking by anyone’s standards.
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The 4.2 V8 Vogue LSE was Land Rover’s big finish as the Mark 1 Range Rover reached its end. Like every Classic, this 108” beauty is prone to the ravages of rust. But as Gumtree 4x4 has just proved, restoring them is worth all the effort you put in to it. Full story: Page 18
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The supreme Perentie 6x6: a Land Rover built for Australia – and now they’re coming home to Britain
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What happens when your life is one big expedition? You end up with a souvenir-laden Landy whose story beggars belief, that’s what.
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This 90 is an acquired taste. But behind those 20” alloys, there’s a lot more to it than meets the eye… Full story: Page 16
It’s quarter of a century since the Range Rover conquered the San Juan range on the Great Divide Expedition. These days, a Rangey is a very different kind of vehicle. But it’s still the king of the off-roaders. Land Rover North America has just proved that by crossing the Divide again. And leading the convoy of L405s was a survivor from that triumphant first trip. Full story: Page 22
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Staffs and Shrops LRC’s Medlicott trial has a special place in the club’s heart. Because when the driving’s over, everyone jumps on a bus to the Bishop’s Castle Beer Festival…
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Most will have been through dozens of pairs of hands, too. So this immaculate 88”, which has cropped up at Huddersfield Land Rover Centre, is something very special. With one owner from new and just 36,000 miles on the clock, it’s a rare, rare beauty.
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This P38 looks tidy but standard. But under the bonnet is something that makes it a real street sleeper… Full story: Page 24
The average Series III must have been round the clock a good few times by now.
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There’s a lot of choice out there. But Graham Faragher’s Td5 110 takes some beating. In the back of Graham’s truck, you’ll find a wood-burning pizza oven, no less. He recently jacked in his city job to follow his dream and set up in business making traditional pizzas – and his 110 means he can do it anywhere!
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Have hybrids had their day? It’s a question that can set off all kinds of grumbling if you ask it in the wrong company. But aside from the horrors of the SVA test, DIY Landies can still make sense. Less so these days if what you really want is a 90 – but for a truly unique Land Rover, the workshop is still the place to go. Full story: Page 24
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It’s still rare to see Mk2 Rangeys being used off-road. But a few have been built up for action – and Paul Goldring’s is one of the best. Full story: Page 22
‘LACK OF USE IS ALWAYS GOING TO MAKE THINGS LOOK BAD’ Reviving a down-at-heel Lightweight – by getting it back to doing the things a Land Rover does best
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Which Land Rover would you choose for expedition travel? It might be a 110 or 130. Maybe a Disco, or perhaps even a 101. But Gareth Griffiths had other ideas. He wanted to build himself an overland truck – based on a 90. You won’t see a Landy like this coming out of any of the big travel prep companies. And it’s all the more interesting for that… Full story: Page 30
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The Range Rover Sport SVR made its debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. It’s the fastest production vehicle Land Rover has ever built. And it’s the first product of a new Special Operations division whose job is to build the fastest, finest and most unique Landies in the world. Full story: Page 3
Spinney Engineering recently took on this 1965 Series IIA. The company bought the vehicle to break for parts. But as they went through it, they realised there was too much life left in it for that… Full story: Page 22
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A 1700-mile road trip from Yorkshire to Gibraltar aboard an 88” Series IIA – with just £10 to do it on…
Jim Marsden posted one of his greatest ever results this month when he won King of the Glens by more than three and a half hours. But what became of his old comp car? The man from Gigglepin 4x4 used to do winch challenges aboard a super-rare 90 SV. He’s treating it better these days – though it’s still likely to make purists seethe. Full story: Page 14 www.thelandy.co.uk
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Even the latest Mk1 Rangeys now qualify as classics. It’s 20 years since they were built, but there are examples out there that have covered very low mileages. If you can find one, don’t expect it to be cheap. A resto job on a true low-miler would likely earn you a tidy sum. But the real gems are those that have never needed to be restored: and we’ve turned one up on less than 10,000 miles. Full story: Page 24
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They were used at the launch of ‘Project Jay’ in 1989. But only 19 of these original Discos still exist. A dedicated group of fans is trying to keep as many alive as possible. But the first Discos were horribly prone to rust. So saving them is a race against time.
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We all love a nicely done Series I. And up in Scotland, Autoecosse has just done one very nicely indeed… Full story: Page 20
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Owning a string of expensive sports cars wasn’t enough for John Duerden. What he really wanted was a Land Rover. No surprise that when he moved to the country and got one, it was a bit of a looker. But when your first car was a V8 Lightweight, owning a Landy is about a lot more than just that. Full story: Page 14
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Honours were spread far and wide at this year’s ALRC National. So was the rain. The slippery surface didn’t stop the Rover clubs’ best drivers putting on a show, though. And there was a turn-up when an unknown name managed to clear an entire trial… Full story: Page 34
Among the most iconic of classic Landies, the 107” wagon is instantly collectible in any state. This one’s had a bit of a chequered past, in use and in the workshop. But it wears its scars well. We’re glad we saw it before the restoration makes it look like new. Every one of those dents has a story to tell.
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When this Discovery showed up at Gumtree 4x4 sprouting grass from every orifice, it looked like a classic case of farmer love. But it wasn’t until the guys opened its bonnet that the full extent of what the Disco had been through become clear. Full story: Page 8
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The second round of the Defender Challenge took place earlier this month at the Somerset Stages Rally in Minehead. And there was a hugely popular result, as a team of disabled ex-servicemen from Race2Recovery took on a field of six other Bowler-prepped 90s and came home in first place. Full story: Page 35
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A year and a half of weekends went in to Paul Bramley’s 100” Tornado special. But it was worth every moment of hard graft. It’s not just a work of art from the outside, either. Its cabin features a unique Discovery dash, which was shaped to fit by Paul’s dad. It’s a real family affair, too. The whole project was Paul’s wife’s idea in the first place! Full story: Page 16
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Unveiled at the New York show, the Discovery Vision Concept suggests what next year’s Disco 5 is going to look like. It’s the start of a new era, too. The Disco will now become a family of models for Land Rover – in the same way the Range Rover has. Full story: Page 10
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Allen Sharp won the 2014 Welsh Xtrem in his 100” Land Rover special – beating all the big-buck super-trucks in the process. His secret? Planning your vehicle build in advance matters more than having a fat chequebook. Full story: Page 31
He bought his 130 so he could give his children adventures rather than mundane holidays. And it’s more than just great fun. It makes financial sense, too.
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