LAND ROVER SERIES 2a - A Good Project Car? (It's not running!)

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The Series is in fairly good condition in terms of rust, but it hasn't been started in a long time so the engine is a bit of an unknown.
This week Simon and Erik go and look at Land Rover Series 2a and discuss what could be a good Land Rover Drive Project Car.
We also take a ride in Erik's Range Rover Classic and get a little status update.
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@LandRoverDrive Год назад

Series or Classic, what would you choose as a project car? 🤔

@The-Observer Год назад

Nice video. The Series looked good but if you were able to get a Classic V8 I think that would be an excellent project.

@tombrown879 Год назад

A 3.9 or 4.5l in the series would be the cat's meow. but the ride would still be very rough without lots of expensive suspension work. And in stock form, would be very slow in modern traffic. Also not a lot of room for the family. The classic is truly a rover thru and thru. The 4 door would be better with the kids. but the styling of the 2 door is super.

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

@The-Observer Yeah, I guess you could never go wrong with a Classic V8. There are starting to be very few good ones left in Norway. Maybe need to look outside the borders. 🤔

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

@tombrown879 That would be really cool and with the top of in the summer I know I would be smiling from ear to ear. 😊 I like the 4 door too, not as elegant as the 2 door, but with a tiny lift and some slightly bigger wheels I think they come to their own. 😊 A 4 door would be better for overland trips as well. 🏔️👍

@billb3444 Год назад

Tough choice. Series is probably the simpler one to restore as there are no really big parts, only chassis or roof if 109. RRC would probably mean a lot of welding of the body. Interior trim on Classics turns very brittle and can be harder to source. There will be a lot more wiring connectors on the later ones which turn brittle too. It is a more complicated setup. Both are worth doing in the end. Hope that helps.

@quintincairncross1088 Год назад

Absolutely you should restore that Series and do some trips in it

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

Would be really fun to do a longer trip in one but not sure how my eardrums would handle it. 😂 Saw the Series guys at the last meetup driving with earplugs 😊

@timwilliams2343 Год назад

The first one I ever drove was a two door 1985 RRC V8 ... a huge thrill for an 18 year old in 1986. I still recall the body lean in the corners with fear.

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

Hahaha, leaning with fear, loved that. I can so relate. I the Disco 3 is the same if you are not used to it, leans over before it settles. 😊 I can only image how it was like as a 18 year old. I get super excited now as a soon to be 38 year old. 😂 1985 two door is my dream car. 👌

@josephgittos3787 Год назад

It's strange how people hate on RR/LR for reliability but throughout the design changes everyone of them look great such classic looking pieces even the new ones look great. I think you cant go wrong on what ever you choose both look great I think it all boils down to your needs ie one will certainly be more comfortable then the other but then the series 2a will be something to throw around locally

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

I couldn’t agree more with that. Design wise they all have something special. And I love the history of Land Rover. 😊 I have one thing that is affecting the choice that I will take up in another video. My daughter will be 16 in three years and she can then start practice driving. So a RRC would be the better choice I think, a later model with an okay gearbox. 😊

@kabaottoemulsion1869 Год назад

Everything should come out of Series 2a. I think it will be a fun project! Love the sound of V8! I can see Eric is smiling! 2 door is the rare one! Yes You need at least one classic! Modern truck for daily driver.

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

Yep, a lot of work to get it going but for sure a fun project. Just a bit worried about the cost when it comes to the engine and getting it running again. 😅 We are both smiling all the way, not sure if it’s the V8 or us being back out driving together again or both. 👍 RRC is definitely a better all round car for daily use. 👍

@CrashNBang4x4 Год назад

That series looked really solid, definitely get it running and out on trips :p

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

Yeah, it has been taken care of it seams. Just been a bit forgotten the past years. 😊 The lack of rust is the most positive thing I think. The engine and the state on the inside being my most concerning unknown. 😅

@richardguse3410 Год назад

Have to agree the RR classic would be my choice. 35 years ago I had a SeriesIIA 2.25 petrol here in Canada, and, it was a very bare bones vehicle. The coil spring suspension of the RR would make all the difference for me. BTW, you're the same age as our son, Matthew.

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

That's cool! 1985 is a good vintage. 😊 But seriously, the RRC is on another level when it comes to comfort, even the early models. Erik's 1976 is just good fun to cruise around in, and with overdrive the engine and drivetrain noice is much lower on the highways. 👍

@Peter-xtreme Год назад

A 2 door Classic would be my pick, but I love the Series as well. Get both.....

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

Hehe, I wish. I have time, but space and money is missing sadly. 😅

@Okierover 10 месяцев назад

2a looks like a solid project. I love my 4 door 1993 LWB. Even with all the issues restoring it. I miss driving it.

@LandRoverDrive 10 месяцев назад

Yeah, solid and worth a restoration. We will see, got my heart set on a RRC but they are not easy to find in my wanted condition, cheap and good. 😅

@Okierover 10 месяцев назад

@@LandRoverDrive I'm pretty sure I could provide a Venn Diagram to demonstrate...that is nearly impossible. I see them over here under 10k occasionally. But they will need a some work. Perfect, if that even exists, start around $40k (USD) and go up. I've seen $89k (USD) asked with a straight face and expected to get that for one. Keep up the good work. Check out my restoration if you want to live vicariously through me/are bored. 😁

@alexhalford135 Год назад

Love a Range Rover classic. Definitely need to see more of it 🙂 I’d love to join you guys in my RRC for a road trip

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

Me too man, the RRC will always have a big spot in my heart. We have no concrete plans yet for a trip but we will start making one after summer. 👍😊

@TheOverlandLegend Год назад

That looks like a great project vehicle it’s in “perfect” condition a lot better than many you will see. That Rand Rover is super cool

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

Yeah, I agree, especially when it comes to the lack of rust. 👌 I think one of us should get it so we can restore it later, even if I decide to get a RRC first. 😊

@TheOverlandLegend Год назад

@@LandRoverDrive good thinking 👍

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

Thanks!

@billb3444 Год назад

I have a 95 NAS RRC v8 and not only love driving it but could stare at it all day long. However as I get older I think the 2 door RRC are the better looking of the two. You cannot beat v8 sound. I have a S3 109 station wagon which is a joy to drive and own. The S3 makes me laugh and smile when driving, the RRC though is such a good car to drive. For burning up miles the RRC is the one. For having fun and hauling a ton of camping gear the 109 wins hands down. You have a hard decision to make. I couldn’t so ended up with both. I would love to drive both of them in Norway. Thanks for the video and trip down memory lane. Cheers

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

I would love to own both a RRC and a Series, they kind of complete each other when it comes to old classic cars and their usability. 😊 And I can look at RRC's all day long. They really got something right back then and I think it is the reason why I like the Discovery 3 as much. 😊 Ability + looks. If I found a 1985 RRC I don't think it would be a hard choice, on what to get first at least. 😂

@AndrewKNI Год назад

A great video Simon. Looking forward to hearing what you decide on the restoration vehicle. Eric's RR looks fantastic ....... a real classic 🙂

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

Yeah, he has done a really good job and often I can’t believe it came in bits on a trailer. 😊 I will take some time to decide because it’s a bit of commitment. 😅

@robgreenhill1426 Год назад

My dream car is a 2 dr RR classic, in the same colour as Eric’s. Tried desperately as a child to get my dad to exchange his Rover P6 3500s for one when they first came out

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

The 2-door classic is the number one Classic car in my opinion. It would be amazing to be heading out in my own together with Erik at some point.

@jdenmark1287 Год назад

Series III had fully synchronized gearbox. Series 2a prior to 69 had inboard headlamps. Super deep sill plates are SII or very early S11A. Positive vs negative ground. Generator vs alternator . Original seats are “elephant hide” grey. The difference in SII and SII A is increase in engine size.

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

Thank you for the great insight! 😊 I have read a bit but are really a lot of small details on the different year models here. 😊 I really like the simplicity of the engines. Would be a nice change from the TDV6 in the Discovery 3. :)

@onetonlandrover Год назад

Deep sills lasted until 1969 too, only very slightly after the lamps moved to the wings were they changed. The engine size increase was only on the diesel engine. The difference really was just in chassis numbering sequences and a few small details.

@onetonlandrover Год назад

Negative earth was from April 1967 at the same time as black dash panel. Still on dynamo, alternator was optional until the series 3 era.

@jdenmark1287 Год назад

@@onetonlandrover hiya have you been able to source 9x16 tyres? Or the metric equivalent 255/100R16?

@onetonlandrover Год назад

@@jdenmark1287 I've thankfully not really needed to in recent years. Thankfully enthusiasts are good for making deals haha! They can be bought from Vrakking in Rotterdam but not cheap and it seems vague what they may have in stock. I think recent inquiries suggested a minimum order too. They are out there, but take some finding.

@jarl_of_norway Год назад

Exciting with the series car - go for it! And yes, please do more Elvedalen and overlanding :D

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

Yeah, very excited. If I could I would buy the series, a Range Rover Classic and a Stage One Defender with a V8 😅😅 I need to decide on a project car that fits with the next 5 years. And I need to find a sponsor. 😊

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

I forgot to ask, would you get a series or a RRC?

@jarl_of_norway Год назад

@@LandRoverDrive I fully understand. Already having a 2002 Defender 90, I would like to have both a Defender 110 4 door picup and a late RRC. Lacking the 3 most important factors though - money, space and time! ;)

@jarl_of_norway Год назад

@@LandRoverDrive Both please! :p But if choosing one, I would prefer a 2-door RRC :)

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

Hehe, the trifecta, I have the same problem but I know have a bit more time. Just need more space and money and those seams to go together hand in hand. 😅

@craigbutler623 Год назад

Great video, what a cool old series. Love it!!

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

Thank you Craig! Old series are really cool and I definitely want one. 😅

@addiekoekkoek8360 Год назад

Dreamcar of mine is Vogue SE (or CSK). Had a classic 200 TDI 1988. Sold it before they came classics. Own a L322 Supercharged now and will keep it, think it become a classic in the future.

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

Nice, a true Range Rover man. 👌 The 200 TDI would be a nice choice as a overland rigged classic. The l322 is already a classic in my eyes, same as the Discovery 3. Sometime about the essence of those two model cars that is just pure Land Rover. So you would vote for getting a classic as a project car?

@addiekoekkoek8360 Год назад

Yes always.

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

Hehe, noted. 👍

@onetonlandrover Год назад

Series IIs and IIAs didn't have indicators as standard until well into the 1960s. They were a very common option though. It looks a nice project, not too messed with, enjoy as a nice historical toy. 👍

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

Okay, thought it came around 1960, late 59. Non the less a good option to have, compared to the flappy ears indicators before them. 😊 The looks solid and would be a nice restoration project and a Sunday drive for sure. Need to look into the parts cost, not sure what series parts are at now.

@onetonlandrover Год назад

@@LandRoverDrive Prices are not too bad for a 2.25 petrol 88", depends how detail accurate you wish to be.

@andreas6962 Год назад

2 door. Recommend owning a Series to.

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

👍😊 If I had the space and money I would definitely go for both. 👌

@richardsicard8890 Год назад

There is no finer sound than that of a V8 accelerating.

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

It is definitely up there amongst the top 3 sounds for sure. 👌 So much joy in driving the classic with it's old V8, it's really special. 😊

@onetonlandrover Год назад

I'll raise you my straight six at full chat through a tunnel. ;)

@MrElmag12 Год назад

I'd go for the series IIA but I'd do a few changes, swap the engine for a LR V8 and install parabolic springs. 👌

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

That's a goo plan! 😊 Not sure we can get that approved in Norway, need to check with Erik. Did any Series 2 come with a V8. I know the Stage One came with a V8. 🤔

@MrElmag12 Год назад

@@LandRoverDrive Hi, in the UK it'd be fine with DVLA to swap engines just insurance would cost more. As far as I know only the stage 1 was produced with the P5 3.5 V8. Very light engine and beautiful sound 😃

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

@@MrElmag12 okay, I have heard it’s a bit simpler in the UK and you just have to add it to the insurance. My uk friend Perry just laughed at our rules her. 😊 But yeah, stage one V8 would be legal and a dream. 👌

@MrElmag12 Год назад

@@LandRoverDrive a V8 and I'd a canvas top for the summer month that's dream

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

@@MrElmag12 👌👌

@12trudger60 10 месяцев назад

Do it! 🎉

@LandRoverDrive 10 месяцев назад

We will see what will happen. 👍😊

@jdenmark1287 Год назад

This one is in good shape get it.

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

Yeah, it has surprisingly little rust. 🤔 I don’t have the funds to get both so need to be the right choice.

@jdenmark1287 Год назад

@@LandRoverDrive both RRC and series will gain in value if taken care of. The early RRCs aren’t really a lot different from a defender the later ones aren’t a lot different than your discovery. Check out Harry’s Garage review on them, the man has owned every single model. The series is the way to go in my opinion, with parabolic springs it is surprisingly supple suspension. With the top off in the summer it is surprisingly quiet too and super fun to have around for family outings of short duration,

@LandRoverDrive Год назад

I will check out the review. 👍 Series is noted, top down in the summer would be a great setup, only worried about the lack of sunny days here in Norway. 😅 But would be so cool with the family going to the beach or small outings. 👌

@jdenmark1287 Год назад

@@LandRoverDrive sun is overrated. We would get burnt to a crisp here in Hawaii if we didn’t leave our soft top on. We just roll up all the sides. But when I lived in Seattle I left the top off my series III from July to October usually with the windscreen down.