1960 Land Rover Restoration

This is just a simple pictorial history of my restoration of an original Canadian-import 1960 Land Rover Series 2 88" (or SWB - Short Wheel Base), LHD (Left Hand Drive) which I purchased in August, 2010. Later posts include photos of some of the things I've done with the vehicle since its restoration was essentially completed, although repairs and other maintenance are obviously an ongoing process. Words in orange are links. Click the photos to make them full size. Search using box below.

Saturday, November 14, 2015

Project Start

Nice visit today to a project just getting under way, and only a few minutes north of here. A 1965 88", originally grey in colour, that looks in pretty good shape aside from what appears to be surface rust only (except for a few of the usual spots, such a lower grill panel). Bulkhead needs repairs but overall isn't bad, including door posts. Engine runs, and the gear box and transfer box levers all move freely. Chassis has been rebuilt by the previous owner at the rear, and hopefully, pending further inspection, could be re-usable. A very nice starting point for a restoration.