Land Rover Series IIA
The Land Rover the whole world relied on.
The story
Simple, strong and easy to mend with basic tools, the Series IIA went to farms, armies and expeditions on every continent. Many people regard it as the classic Land Rover.
Inside
Three seats abreast on flat cushions, sliding windows and a metal dash with the dials in the middle.
In period colours
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It is often said that for much of the world in the 1960s, the first motor vehicle people ever saw was a Land Rover.
Meanwhile, in 1961
Yuri Gagarin became the first man in space, and Tottenham Hotspur won the league and cup double.
Best-selling single of 1961: Wooden Heart by Elvis Presley
Before you buy a 1960s car
- Check the sills, floorpans, wheel arches and the bottom of the doors for rust.
- Ask for any old MOT certificates, service records and bills.
- Parts for popular cars are often available from specialists, but trim and body panels can be hard to find.
General notes, not specific to this model. Check the model's own history before buying.
Rivals of its day
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See the real thing
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Today's money: the launch price adjusted for inflation to 2026, using the Office for National Statistics price index.