1969 Land Rover Series IIA :: Featured Classified

The Land Rover Series I, II, and III are iconic and have played a pivotal role in forging vehicle-based adventure travel, aka overlanding, as we know it. Many of the most legendary around-the-world expeditions have been enjoyed from behind the wheel of a Land Rover, and for many enthusiasts, the Series remains the best of the breed. I’ve had a soft spot for the Series since listening to the adventures of the Hyland family on the Overland Journal Podcast. Ray and Marianne drove more than 16,000 miles with their three children from London to Singapore in an unrestored 62-year-old Land Rover Series I they bought for just $225 (a testament to the robustness of the platform). The Series II continued its predecessor’s legacy but introduced key improvements such as a wider chassis, more powerful and reliable motors, and key styling changes. It was a vast improvement and, with some modern upgrades, remains a great choice for adventure today. With this in mind, today’s 1969 Land Rover Series IIA retains the classic charm and desirable factory attributes while addressing the model’s shortcomings. Upgrades include an East Coast Rover (ECR) coil spring conversion, a Turner 2.25-liter engine, and a plethora of top-tier aftermarket parts. In addition, this already capable vehicle has been further modified for off-grid travel with the addition of front and rear lockers and includes both a hard and soft top (2) for all-season adventures. If you’d like to learn more about the joys of travel in a Series IIA, then check out the adventures of The Overland Legend and Fold in the Map Adventures.

From the Seller:

“Embark on a journey back in time with this meticulously restored 1969 Land Rover Series IIA 88. This left-hand-drive gem has undergone a comprehensive East Coast Rover rebuild, integrating a coil spring conversion to infuse modern resilience into its historic charm. It stands as a testament to a legacy of exploration, now searching for its next steward. With approximately 14,000 miles clocked since its last touch by ECR in 2008 and 26,000 since the rebuild in 1998, this Land Rover is not just a vehicle, but a trustworthy companion for the trails less traveled.”

1969 Land Rover Series IIA

The Land Rover has been upgraded with a dependable Turner 2.25-liter 4-cylinder engine mated to a 5-speed synchromesh gearbox. A desirable engine upgrade is matched with excellent all-terrain capability thanks to 4WD, high and low range, Range Rover differentials with front and rear ARB lockers, a winch, and armor. Inside, the cab is intentionally utilitarian but has been uprated with some aftermarket driver comforts that include:

Power steering
Defender front bucket seats and forward-facing flip-up rear seat (both with 3-point seat belts)
Blaupunkt AM/FM cassette stereo with JBM speakers
Sandstorm of Kenya custom seat covers
Tuffy Products steel lockable center console
PerTronix electronic ignition system
Mansfield heater

Distinguishing Features

Steel wheels with BFGoodrich Commercial T/A tires
East Coast Rover coil spring conversion with Defender standard coil spring and shocks lift kit
Warn X8000i winch with Viking synthetic line and remote
Hella fog lights and auxiliary rear spotlight
Defender wheel flares
Rebuilt/repainted full hard top with Alpine windows and sliding side windows and two soft tops with a complete hoop framework
Custom swing-away rear tailgate
Hood-mounted spare tire and bulkhead spare tire mounting bracket
Custom four-post roll bar with longitudinal framing and bracing with integrated seat belts and mounted Hi-Lift jack, recovery shovel, and tow rope
ARB compressor
Stainless steel custom gas tank
Tuffy Products steel lockable bed-mounted tool/storage box
Pangolin rear receiver hitch and recovery anchor point
Twin jerry cans installed on the tailgate
Stainless steel exhaust system

This 1969 Land Rover Series 2A is listed for $44,000 and is currently located in Phoenix, Arizona. Check the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.