This 1954 Land Rover Series I is an 86-inch model that underwent a body-off refurbishment three years ago in England. Work included fitment of a Ford Essex 3.0 liter V6 and SII 4-speed with overdrive, and shortly afterward the truck was sent to the USA. Further refreshed earlier this year, the truck now benefits from a tidied engine bay, improved electrics, and a restored interior with components sourced from UK-based Land Rover specialist Craddock. Rust-free and ready to use according to the seller, he says the upgraded motor and gearbox offer much improved drivability over stock and the truck is sold with its British Motor Industry Heritage Trust certificate.

When first imported, the truck looked good following restoration but had several minor cosmetic issues such as unpainted interior panels. The truck’s 2015 refresh brought it to the next level, with additional work including the stripping-back and clear-coating of all incorrectly painted galvanized fittings. The truck makes a strong impression with a mix of restored and original components. Note the period AA grille badge, fender-secured shovel, and tailgate-mounted pick axe.

Underneath a newer canvas top and correct bows/supporting hardware, the interior features functional gauges, lights, switches, wipers, and gear controls. As noted above, inner panels have recently been painted to match the exterior, and seats have been recovered in OEM reproduction materials from Craddock in the UK.

Though running well when purchased, the 3.0 liter Ford V6’s plumbing and wiring was messy and has since been cleaned up. Pulled from an 80’s Capri, the seller says it starts easily, runs smoothly, and offers substantially improved power, torque, and reliability compared to the stock 4-cylinder. Parts availability is strong, and the seller notes that the engine bay is easily big enough to accommodate the motor with no overheating or access problems. Power is routed through a desirable SII 4-speed with overdrive as well as rebuilt axles and lockable hubs.

Additional work included covering all engine bay wiring in period-correct cloth for a more factory accurate look. The sale includes a British Motor Industry Heritage Trust certificate, and several additional underbody/chassis shots are available in the gallery below.