1970 Land Rover Series 2 IIA Station Wagon review from UK and Ireland
"Jeep and Jap eaters"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced original engine with a younger one from a younger vehicle because the main big end bearings "went", however the second engine was even more knackered than the first and "went" after about three months. Replaced second engine with a 2.5 petrol from a 90. Was most impressed - suddenly I was able to overtake boy-racers and really scare the pants off them.
Rear springs were knackered and replaced.
General comments?
Land Rovers are the best vehicles in the world - they have so much scope for modifying and have always been the undisputed kings of their class despite competition from all round the world.
Mine was mainly standard and almost thirty years old but still beat off the competition off road. I miss it and will be getting another.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1970 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1998 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.25 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 130000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 200000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 28th September, 2000 |