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1956 Land Rover Series I 86" Canvas Tilt

Lot Number: 742

1956 Land Rover Series I 86" Canvas Tilt

Venerable Series I 86" 'Rag-Top' from long term family ownership.

ESTIMATE: £10,000 - £12,000

+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.

LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Sunday 24th August, 2025 at 11.00am BST at The Wing, Silverstone Circuit, NN12 8TN

BODY COLOUR
Bronze Green
DRIVE
RHD
REG NUMBER
499 XVR
ODOMETER READING
40980 Miles

SUMMARY

Venerable Series I 86" 'Rag-Top' from long term family ownership.

DESCRIPTION

First registered in 1956 in Brecon as EEU 482, this Series I was acquired by its current family in 1988 and has remained in their ownership since. It's believed to have been with another family from new until 1988 but most of the original documentation has been lost
The vehicle is now registered under 499 XVR and is supplied with a British Motor Museum Certificate and its original 'buff' logbook
After years of farm-use by the current family, the Landy was stored in a barn where it remained untouched until 2023 at which point it was inherited by his daughter, the current owner
It has recently undergone some light recommissioning which included flushing the fuel lines, fitting new brakes all around and a full service
Never painted by our vendors and it seems unlikely to have been painted by its first family owners, so we have to conclude it remains in its original Bronze Green paint, with a canvas tilt and green vinyl seating
The odometer indicates 40,980 miles which again seems likely to be genuine
Enjoyed locally in recent months, this charming 86" Series I is now ready for its next chapter, whether that be a full restoration or to be enjoyed as is

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number: 742
Make: LAND ROVER
Model: SERIES 1 86"
Registration Number: 499 XVR
MOT Expiry: Exempt
Chassis Number: 170-6-03179
Transmission: Manual
Body Colour: Bronze Green

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SPECIALIST

Stacey Williams
Car Specialist
07472 250306
stacey@iconicauctioneers.com

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About the Seller Rating

A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 25th August. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.

Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.

For larger vehicles such as vans, transporters etc. please contact EM Rogers on +44 (0)1604 755511 for a quote.

If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before 9am on 25th August, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.

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