If you’re into classics and vintage cars, this deal might be for you. A decently restored 1968 Land Rover Series 2 Short wheelbase (SWB) has now surfaced for sale in Mysuru. The seller is asking Rs 27 lakh for the vehicle, in an ad posted on Facebook Marketplace. It says the vehicle has valid documents and is in running condition.
The vehicle listed is claimed to have power brakes, power steering, a diesel engine and four-wheel drive hardware. The restoration job seems to be decent and the vehicle has been fitted with accessories like an additional mesh grille and a Jerry can. Considering the fact that finding a Series 2 is rare, this makes for a considerable option.
The original Series II had its production run from 1958 to 1961. Thus it would be the Series IIA ( produced during 1961–1971) that’s shown in this listing, if the Model Year mentioned is to be believed. Also, we feel that not everyone would approve of the Grey paint on this Land Rover. Black or deep Green would have looked cooler.
Land Rover Series 2: The Iconic Off-roader
Land Rover launched the Series 2 in 1958. It was a significant improvement over the Series 1, and a capable off-roader. It featured a more rounded exterior styling and had a more comfortable interior. Powered by a 2.25-liter petrol engine, it offered sufficient power for both on-road and off-road use.
It was versatile and highly adaptable and had various body styles on offer- station wagons, utility vehicles, and pickup trucks. The four-wheel-drive system and rugged build made it find diverse off-road and utilitarian applications. Back in its day, the Series 2 was popular among farmers, explorers, and military forces. Off-road junkies soon fell in love with the vehicle..
The Series 2’s influence even extends to modern Land Rovers. Manufactured at the Solihull facility, it established the foundation for the brand’s reputation for off-road capability and durability. Its spirit of adventure and exploration continues to drive the design and engineering of today’s Land Rover SUVs.
The Series II and Series II A were hard to distinguish between. The cosmetic changes were mild. There was even a short-wheelbase soft-top available. At launch, the Series IIA had a 2.25-litre diesel engine, while a later updated added a 2.6-litre inline six-cylinder petrol engine to the lineup in 1967. It seems to be the diesel under the hood of this vehicle.
In February 1969, the Series IIAs for the home market received a minor update. The headlamps moved into the wings. The vehicle shown here being a 68 model doesn’t get this tweak. The front wings seem to have been slightly reworked, as with many other areas of the design. The Series IIA is often considered the toughest Land Rover ever built.
It, however, had its shortcomings as well. The diesel engine wasn’t the most efficient, and even though it was a notable improvement over Series I’s cabin, the interior of Series IIA was still very basic and utilitarian.
If you find this interesting enough and think it is worth buying, get in touch with the seller directly. He seems to have a couple of other project cars as well. Make sure to ping him up for price negotiations and more, regarding the Land Rover.
