1970 Range Rover 1970 Range Rover 1970 June 17. Range Rover Don Safety Trophy 1970 Range Rover Rover - Prices 29th Sept 1970
Main Brochure Leaflet Press Information Kit April 6th 1971 Technical Details - July 1970
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Highlights:
 - Range Rover a "Four-In-One" car:
"A luxury car"
"A performance car"
"An estate car"
"A cross country car"
- Launched June 17th 1970 at Blue Hills Mine, St. Agnes, Cornwall, UK
- Delivery to customers from Sept. 1970, then "J" reg number for public, "H" only factory registered
- Awarded Gold Medal for Coachwork
- Awarded Don Safety Trophy
Engine V8 Petrol Carburettor Zenith-Stromberg 175CD type:
- 3.5 ltr V8 Compression: 8.5:1
3528 cc V8, Max power: 135 bhp at 4750 rpm. Max torque: 185 lb ft (250 Nm) at 2500 rpm
Manual Transmission with integrated transfer case LT95
- 4 speed and transfer box, high (1.174) and low (3.32) ratio. Central differential lockable
Gear ratios:
1st. 4.069; 2nd. 2.448; 3rd. 1.505; 4th. 1.0; R. 3.664 Press photo of YVB 160H at launch of Range Rover
Engine:
 - V8 3,5 litre aluminium with compression ratio 8.5:1, 135bhp @ 4750rpm, 185lb/ft @ 2500rpm
- Zenith-Stromberg CD2S carburettors, able to accommodate the extreme attitude changes
without problems
- Mechanical fuel pump
- Lucas 16ACR 34-amp alternator
- Equipped with starting handle, standard
- Single pipe exhaust system
Engine number system:
- Engine Basic - starting Serial number on engine: 35500001A
- CR: 8.5:1 (First #984), 8.25:1 (From #985), 8.13:1 (From Suffix F)
- Engine Detox - starting Serial number on engine: 34100001A
- CR: 8.25:1, with Pulsair air injection system (Germany, Sweden, Norway)
- Engine CKD ("Completely Knocked Down") for assembly abroad, starting number: 35900001A The profile of a legend for the next 25 years
- CR: 8.25:1, non-detox
- Engine Detox Australia - starting Serial number on engine: 39800001A
 - CR: 8.13:1, with special Air Pump Injection system
Transmission:
- LT95 4-speed gearbox, ratio: 4.069:1, 2.448:1, 1.505:1, 1.00:1 - reverse: 3.664:1
- Integrated transfer box, high: 1.174:1 - low: 3.32:1
- Salisbury Powr-Lok lockable limited-slip centre differential, friction-clutch type (Jun - Dec 1970)
Approximately 300 built with Salisbury Powr-Lok. Required special anti-squawk oil
- From Dec 1970, only lockable centre differential as ever since on LT95
- Differential Lock warning light on transmission actuator knob
- Borg and Beck hydraulic operated diaphragm spring clutch with diameter of 10.5"
- LT95 Transmission RHD/LHD - 1,174:1 Serial number gearbox: 35500001A untill gearbox Suffix C
Suspension:
- Coil spring suspension with Woodhead telescopic dampers
- Boge Hydromat self energizing levelling strut in centre of rear suspension
- Birfield constant-velocity universals on front suspension
- Front axel RHD - starting Serial number on axel: 35500001A Palomino PVC interior for easy cleaning. Very comfortable seats
- Front axel LHD - starting Serial number on axel: 35800001A
- Rear axel RHD/LHD - starting Serial number on axel: 35500001A
 Brake system:
- Lockheed all wheels disc brakes
- Front disc 11.7" and rear 11.4"
- Dual secure brake pipe system with brake failure switch to fascia warning lamp
- Brake servo
Bendix servo, US-produced, non-serviceable. Fitted on the first #569 produced Range Rover's
Lockheed servo - Type 100, from the #570 vehicle and used until exchange of 1988MY
- Lockheed master cylinder, dual valve. Imperial thread. Vertical bolt mount to brake servo
- Handbrake on separate drum type at the rear end of transfer transmission
Steering:
- Burman Recirculating Ball - manual steering worm-and-nut steering box 18.2 to 1,
around 3.7 turns of steering wheel from lock to lock
- AC-Delco collapsible safety steering column with a pair of universal joints to the steering box fitted
Construction:
- Box-section ladder frame made up of 2mm (14 gauge) sub-assemblies welded together.
- Beam axles with long-travel coil spring and servo assisted disc brakes, all round
- Strong steel inner body shell bolted to frame with rubber bushes,
as Rover P5, to absorb road noise, by damping vibration between chassis and body Early Suffix A facia with blanking plugs for aux instruments
- To this rigid body shell bolted unstressed skin panels in Birmabright aluminium
- Birmabright aluminium panels advantage is light weight and corrosion resistant
 - Front and rear wings, scuttle, door skins, roof, upper rear quarter panels are made
of aluminium
- Bonnet, lower rear tailgate and rear lower quarter panels are made of steel
Interior:
- Front seats with integrated safety belts integrated in seat back and anchored to seat frame
- Three spoke steering wheel with rim and centre in grey finish
- Minor extra instrumentation, only Kienzle mechanical clock with 'Kienzle' logo above centre
- Cigar lighter (optional) mounted in one of the blanked aux instrument places
- Only inward front seat release handles
- PVC vinyl headlining with one centre courtesy light
- Palomino PVC mats on floors and transmission tunnel
- Black, thin rubber mat on rear compartment floor, shaped as aluminium floor
Exterior:
- Rear window pillars painted in the car colour
- Aluminium coloured front and rear bumpers Strong ladder frame with engine, transmission and suspension
- Round screw-off filler cap, lockable.
- Extend able fuel filler neck for use of jerry cans
 - Round bonnet mounted rear view mirrors
- The first few Range Rovers where with metal letters front and rear
- Engraved "Range Rover" badge on front screen scuttle
From June 1970, available options:
- Safety harness - front (factory fitted) - Price: £ 7.83 incl. tax (29th September 1970)
By June 1970, announced option:
- Triplex "Hotline" heated rear window as a factory fitted optional extra on the tailgate.
Available colours:
Price UK: £ 1 998.00 incl. tax (29th September 1970)
Annual production - Chassis numbers:
Year 355 RHD Home/UK 356 RHD Export 357 RHD CKD* 358 LHD Export 359 LHD CKD*
1969 355-00001 to 00003
1970 355-00004 to 00312 356-00001 to 05 357-0000*A 358-00001 to 06 359-0000*A
*CKD: "Completely Knocked Down" kits of six cars for assembly abroad. Figures not available.
Additional info: UK Registration Plate Year Identifier -
Suffix Letter H - 1. August 1969 - 31. July 1970
Suffix Letter J - 1. August 1970 - 31. July 1971
  The Range Rover's towing capacity was one of the main features the engineers had in mind when they developed the Range Rover
From the Range Rover press launch at Cornvall, UK - 17th June 1970:
 The Range Rover was launched 17th June 1970 in Cornwall. A lovely lineup of 17 NXC xxxH pre-production Range Rover''s
  A historic picture from the early days of Range Rover in June 1970 Beautiful collection of Range Rover's prepared for press launch in June 1970
How to identify the 1970 Suffix A details:     Wingard 'spring-back' bonnet mirror with plastic body and metal stem from 1970 Turn light with amber and white to edge Rear light with lots of fixing screws
    Clear windows on all early 1970 Suffix A Screw off lockable tank filler cap and extension tube with screen filter from 1970 Suffix A with single pipe exhaust system
    Scuttle badge with engraved letters 'by Land Rover' badge on lower left tailgate Sharp edge letters on the first production Centre bonnet catch handle on Suffix A
    Early steering wheel rim in grey colour Body coloured D-post on early models Rostyle wheels in 'Sahara Dust' for 3 body colours and 'Aluminium' for the remaining 3
    Lower window waist seal in two parts Black metal channel on rear sliding window Rear upper frame had a spesial profile Safety belt anchorage behind rear seat
    Door cards were from the beginning of Early Suffix A gearknob were smaller and Differential actuator knob with integral warning bulb lighted when diff lock engaged
1970 with a completely different design rounder with tiny letters than later version (The carpet is fitted later)
    Inner headlining were of vinyl on early Closeable vent on early Suffix A's by The 1970/71 grab handle had a The optional Cigar Lighter with early
Suffix A's. One centre doom light. a sliding handle. The beige cover had plain shape aligned to the rest of Suffix A mount in aux instrument place
Not so prone to sag as later types. small holes and straight upper edge fascia avail. from 1970/71 as dealer mounted
    Starting handle, very useful emty battery Bright silverpainted bumper from 1970 Grey oil filler cap on early Range Rovers LT95 used metric system from 1970
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1971 Range Rover Production Year - VIN Suffix A - Released: 1971 1971 Range Rover 1971 BLMC Rover Don Safety Trophy 1971 BLMC British Leyland
Main brochure Complete Rover Range April 6th 1971 Complete BLMC range incl. Range Rover
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Rover - Prices - 10th January 1971 Rover - Prices - 6th October 1971
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Highlights:
 - RAC Dewar Award for Outstanding Technical Achievement
- Exhibited in Louvre, Paris in April and May 1971 devoted British Motor Industry in Museum of
Decorative Art because of Range Rover's advanced design and innovative character.
Inside Louvre a 1/4 scale model was exhibited and outside one production model was shown.
- Rover in the newly BLMC Specialist Car Division group together with Triumph and Jaguar.
- October 1971: Range Rover launched in Norway
Engine V8 Petrol Carburettor Zenith-Stromberg 175CD type:
- 3.5 ltr V8 Compression: 8.5:1 (The first #984 engines built, had 8.5:1 comp ratio)
3528 cc V8, Max power: 135 bhp at 4750 rpm. Max torque: 185 lb ft (250 Nm) at 2500 rpm - 3.5 ltr V8 Compression: 8.25:1
3528 cc V8, Max power: 130 bhp at 5000 rpm. Max torque: 185 lb ft (250 Nm) at 2500 rpm
Manual Transmission with integrated transfer case LT95
- 4 speed and transfer box, high (1.174) and low (3.32) ratio. Central differential lockable
Gear ratios:
1st. 4.069; 2nd. 2.448; 3rd. 1.505; 4th. 1.0; R. 3.664
From Feb 1971, production change: Early LHD Range Rover at auto show in Switzerland in March 1971
Engine:
 - Engine compression ratio 8.25:1, 130bhp @ 5000rpm, 185lb/ft @ 2500rpm, from engine #985
- Triplex laminated windscreen
- Triplex Sundym tinted glass
- Triplex heated rear window
- Fog lamps
- Long range driving lamps
- Radio
- Towbar
Exhibitied at Louvre, Paris in '71, this model is at BMIHT, Gaydon
From October 1971, available options:
* = Price included tax
Prices applicable from 6th October 1971 D-pillars painted in body colour and early rear lamps of this '71MY
 - Available colours:
Price UK: £ 2 229.57 incl. tax (10th January 1971)
Price UK: £ 2 134.37 incl.tax (6th October 1971) - (Lower price due to lower tax in %)
Annual production - Chassis numbers:
Year 355 RHD Home 356 RHD Export 358 LHD Export
1971 355-00313 to 03157 356-00006 to 00068 358-00007 to 00745 Range Rover became popular at police forces soon after launch
Additional: 357 RHD CKD* 359 LHD CKD*
1971 357-*****A 359-*****A
*CKD: "Completely Knocked Down" for assembly abroad. Figures not available.
 Additional info: UK Registration Plate Year Identifier -
Suffix Letter J - 1. August 1970 - 31. July 1971
Suffix Letter K - 1. August 1971 - 31. July 1972  Range Rover at Paris Auto Salon in 1971, with no rear view mirrors Range Rover Carawagon camper conversion was soon available
1971 Range Rover - is it worth to do a comprehensive restoration ?
The Range Rover Classic has always been a very popular vehicle, thanks to the timeless design of this excellent SUV with its famous Rover V8 engine and outstanding handling, both on and off the road. Unfortunately many Range Rover Classic's are now scrapped because they are prone to rust heavily despite the outer panels of aluminium looks straight and fine.
Early examples of Range Rover Classic in good condition are becomming more and more sought after and the prices are rocketing.
Take a look at this impressive and comprehensive restoration project done on an early Norwegian Range Rover Classic, found in a field, after many years left to itself.
Follow this link to the project: 'Rosamond'
  This 1971 Range Rover were rusted in every thinkable areas Just been rescued from the field; ready for restoration
  'Rosamond' after the comprehensive and reasonable economic restoration, brought back to the original beautiful shape like in 1971
New details for 1971 - Suffix A:
  In 1972 the "by Land Rover" badge Door mounted rear view mirrors at altered slightly in the letter shape some export markets from early '71
1972 Range Rover Production Year - VIN Suffix A - Released: 1972 1972.06 Range Rover 1972.10 Range Rover 1972 Range Rover at 1972 Rover Range 1972 British Leyland 1972 British Leyland
Main brochure Main brochure The Darien Gap The Rover range All the BLMC cars The whole BLMC range
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1972 Range Rover 1972 Range Rover Rover - Prices - 31th October 1972
Police Conversions Technical Details - January 1972
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Highlights:
 - The British Trans-Americas Expedition with the Darien Gap Breakthrough Journey of 18.000 miles on the American continent from north to south Crossing the notorious Darien Gap, a 250 mile stretch of dence jungle, swamp and ravines that separates North and South America
- July 1972: Range Rover launched in Australia
Engine V8 Petrol Carburettor Zenith-Stromberg 175CD type:
- 3.5 ltr V8 Compression: 8.5:1 (Still available in some markets, ie Norway)
3528 cc V8, Max power: 135 bhp at 4750 rpm. Max torque: 185 lb ft (250 Nm) at 2500 rpm - 3.5 ltr V8 Compression: 8.25:1 (The most common compression ratio)
3528 cc V8, Max power: 130 bhp at 5000 rpm. Max torque: 185 lb ft (250 Nm) at 2500 rpm
Manual Transmission with integrated transfer case LT95
- 4 speed and transfer box, high (1.174) and low (3.32) ratio. Central differential lockable
Gear ratios:
1st. 4.069; 2nd. 2.448; 3rd. 1.505; 4th. 1.0; R. 3.664
From Oct 1972, production change:
Transmission:
- Gear change improved 1972 Range Rover in the mountains, very similar to the 1970 model
Steering:
 - Burman manual steering ratio from 18.2:1 to 20.55:1 (Autumn 1972)
Exterior:
- Square hinged fuel filler cap
- Body structure strengthened
From Jan 1972, new option:
- Cigarette lighter with fascia mount 10 cm above the hazard warning actuator knob
From April 1972, new options:
- Ammeter
- Oil pressure gauge
- Oil temperature gauge
- More radio options
- Rear Screen Wiper and Washer Kit (#607723) available. Wiper motor on rear right D-post.
From Oct 1972, options:
Oct. 1972; square fuel filler cap and optional rear wiper introduced
Pricelist - Applicable from 31st October 1972
Factory fitted Optional Equipment:
Oct. '72; carpet on transmission tunnel and optional instrumentation
Optional rear washer and wiper, and heated rear window from Oct '72
* = Fog lamps must be fitted as a pair or in conjunction with a long-range driving lamp
** = Long-range driving lamp must be fitted in conjunction with a fog lamp
 # = "Towing hook - rotating type" - Can only be used in conjunction with "Towing plate kit"
and "Trailer lighting equipment kit"
¤ = Price included tax
- Available colours:
Pricelist - Applicable from 31st October 1972
Price UK: £ 2 398.90 incl tax (included front seat safety harness) This picture shows the extreme conditions in the Darien jungle Annual production - Chassis numbers:Year 355 RHD Home 356 RHD Export 358 LHD Export
 1972 355-03158 to 05718 356-00069 to 00820 358-00746 to 03227
Additional: 357 RHD CKD* 359 LHD CKD*
1972 357-*****A 359-*****A
*CKD: "Completely Knocked Down" for assembly abroad. Figures not available.
Additional info: UK Registration Plate Year Identifier -
Suffix Letter K - 1. August 1971 - 31. July 1972
Suffix Letter L - 1. August 1972 - 31. July 1973
As early as 1972 Rover had this 4 door prototype developed, but
lack of financial and production capacity prevented launch untill 82 The 1972 Range Rover 4 door prototype idea - still lives in this concept
This is a beautiful example of what is possible with a Range Rover Classic. Originally this is a 1987 US spec Range Rover 4 door where the owner became inspired by the idea from Solihull's prototype in 1972 of a 4 door Range Rover.
Why not go back to the roots and make it as a Suffix A and a 1972 4 door prototype-look-alike ? Lance Nelson, in Baltimore, Maryland has provided these pictures of his impressive project.
   By converting an ordinary 1987 4 door Range Rover Classic with parts from early 1970's, you appear to have very interesting vehicle, that say 'hi' to its roots ! New details for 1972 - Suffix A:
  1972 Apr; rear wipe/wash option available 1972 Oct; square hinged fuel filler flap
Note the small bottle for screen wash replaced the original round fuel filler cap
  Lucas 50-0-50 Ammeter were used with CAV 80-0-80 Ammeter were predicted
16ACR, 17ACR or 18ACR alternators to use if a 20ACR alternator installed
from Suffix A to the end of Suffix D
1973 Range Rover Model Year - VIN Suffix B - Released: January 1973 1973 RR Main Brochure 1973 Rover Range 1973 Range Rover Africa 1973 Salesman's Manual 1973 Land-Rover 25 Anniversary
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1973 British Leyland 1973 A Short History of ROVER 1973 Range Rover Rover - Prices - 03rd January 1973
Technical Details - January 1973
    Highlights:
 - Land-Rover 25th Anniversary
- Power assisted stering available as option
- Rear window wash/wipe, standard
Engine V8 Petrol Carburettor Zenith-Stromberg 175CD type:
- 3.5 ltr V8 Compression: 8.25:1
3528 cc V8, Max power: 130 bhp at 5000 rpm. Max torque: 185 lb ft (250 Nm) at 2500 rpm
Manual Transmission with integrated transfer case LT95
- 4 speed and transfer box, high (1.174) and low (3.32) ratio. Central differential lockable
Gear ratios:
1st. 4.069; 2nd. 2.448; 3rd. 1.505; 4th. 1.0; R. 3.664
From January 1973, production change:
Engine:
- Lucas 18ACR 45-amp alternator, standard
From this angel '73 Range Rover is quite similar to previous model
Interior:
- Oil pressure, oil temperature and ammeter gauge, now standard
 - Outboard front seat release handles, much easier to get into the rear seat area
- Spring assistance added to the front seats. One hand action with front seat tilt and slide forward
- Redesigned armrests with door pull feature
- Bronze carpet on transmission tunnel, with noise absorbent felt underside
- Brushed nylon headlining with sound deadening effect instead of previous PVC headlining
- Only 1 courtesy interior lamp in headlining
- New front seat safety belt arrangement, with one-hand release operation,
to comply with the new regulation
- Improved sound deadening with bitumastic sealing underside and noise absorbent
felt underside the bonnet
- Grey, thicker anti-skid foam mat for rear loadspace, with better ride comfort for dogs,
than the original black rubbermat, two-piece; left and right
- Stainless steel frame at the rear end of luggage compartment to hold the foam mat stable
- Metal frame in front of rear bench in Palomino colour to keep the foam mat in situ, as well
Exterior:
- Rear window wash/wipe unit with wiper motor attached at the left upper side, now standard
- Altered upper rear frame with deletion of previous 'cutout' to suit rear wiper fixings - Redesigned washer bottle with 2 caps and 2 outlets, one for front jets and one to rear jet '73MY with standard rear wiper system. Rear window is of later type
 From January 1973, available options:
Pricelist - Applicable from 3rd January 1973
Factory fitted Optional Equipment:
- Split charge facility for use in conjunction with 18ACR alternator - £ 18.12¤
- Heated Rear Window - £ 19.33¤
- Laminated Windscreen - £ 22.96¤
- Salisbury power assisted steering - New - £ 96.67¤
- Sundym Tinted Glass All Round, Including Laminated Windscreen - £ 53.17¤
- Sundym Tinted Glass All Round, Including Laminated Windscreen
and Heated Rear Window - £ 72.50¤
Dealer Supplied Optional Equipment
- Auxiliary Battery Charging Conversion Kit.
Use With 16 or 18ACR Alternator 12-volt, Battery Sensed - £ 13.00
- Cigar Lighter - £ 3.29¤
- Fuel Tank Guard - £ 14.00
- Fog Lamp Complete * - £ 7.45
- Long-Range Driving Lamp ** - £ 7.45
- Installation Kit - Fog or Long-Range Lamps - £ 1.00 Carpet on transmission tunnel. Note diff lock switch with illumination
- Mirror Interior - Snap-Stem type - £ 4.75
- Mud Flaps, Front - £ 2.80
 - Oil Pressure Gauge - £ 8.40
- Power Take-Off, Centre - Price On Application
- Pump, for Tyres - £ 1.60
- Radio Complete "Radiomobile" - Medium/Long, With Aerial - £ 42.22¤
- Roof Rack - £ 19.00
- Safety Harness, Rear Seat Outer, Boxed Pair - £ 6.30
- Safety Harness, Rear Seat Centre, Boxed Single - £ 2.65
- Towing attachment, Excludes Electrical Equipment - £ 10.00
- Towing Ball - £ 4.20
- Towing Hook Assembly - Non Rotating Type - £ 8.50
- Towing Hook - Rotating Type # - £ 28.00
- Towing Jaw Assembly - Heavy Duty - £ 6.00
- Towing Jaw Assembly - Standard Type - £ 3.00
- Towing Plate Kit # - £ 10.00
- Trailer Lighting Equiment Kit # - £ 6.50
* = Fog lamps must be fitted as a pair or in conjunction with a long-range driving lamp
** = Long-range driving lamp must be fitted in conjunction with a fog lamp
# = "Towing hook - rotating type" - Can only be used in conjunction
with "Towing plate kit" and "Trailer lighting equipment kit" Non-emission Range Rover V8 engine. Note manual fuel pump
¤ = Price included tax
 - Available colours:
Price UK: £ 2 448.09 incl.tax (3rd January 1973)
Annual production - Chassis numbers:
Year 355 RHD Home 356 RHD Export 358 LHD Export
1973 355-05719 to 08659 356-00821 to 01857 358-03228 to 05837
Additional: 357 RHD CKD* 359 LHD CKD*
1973 357-*****B 359-*****B
Additional info: UK Registration Plate Year Identifier -
Suffix Letter L - 1. August 1972 - 31. July 1973 1974 Range Rover Model Year - VIN Suffix C - Released: October 19731974 RR Main Brochure 1974 Rover Range 1974 Salesman Manual 1974 - 70 years of Rover Rover - Prices 1. Oct 1973
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Highlights:
 - Black vinyl covering on D-post
- Brushed bronze cloth upholstery as option
- 70 years of Rover Anniversary
- Introduction of VAT - "Value Added Tax" - in addition to "tax"
Engine V8 Petrol Carburettor Zenith-Stromberg 175CD type:
- 3.5 ltr V8 Compression: 8.25:1
3528 cc V8, Max power: 130 bhp at 5000 rpm. Max torque: 185 lb ft (250 Nm) at 2500 rpm
Manual Transmission with integrated transfer case LT95
- 4 speed and transfer box, high (1.174) and low (3.32) ratio. Central differential lockable
Gear ratios:
1st. 4.069; 2nd. 2.448; 3rd. 1.505; 4th. 1.0; R. 3.664
From October 1973, production change:
Engine:
- Electric fuel pump with vertical mount standard, replaces mechanical fuelpump
or the optional electrical fuelpump with horizontal mount '74MY shows new black vinyl covering on D-post and tinted windows
- Thermostatically controlled air cleaner intake
 Suspension:
- Front and rear differentials improved to reduce transmission play and "snatch"
Interior:
- Differential warning light moved from actuator knob to 'Diff Lock' warning light on dashbord
- Black vinyl on rear window pillars
- Sliding side windows without black metal channel at the rear edge from Suffix C
- Heated rear window, now standard in UK
- Printed "Range Rover" badges on scuttle sides
- Modified bonnet operation, catch, hinges and retaining stay
- Improved seals at the rear side window sliding channels
- Tailgate gas strut improvements with 'clip'on' mountings Optional Bronze cloth seats. Still rubber gaiter on gear change
- Signal horn type replaced from circular to 'snail' type
 From October 1973, available options:
- Brushed Bronze fishbone surfaced nylon seat facings (£ 13.11 - incl tax & VAT - New)
- Power assisted steering (£ 102.49 - incl tax & VAT)
- Laminated windscreen (£ 22.64 - incl tax & VAT)
- Sundym tinted glass all round with laminated windscreen (£ 57.20 - incl tax & VAT)
- Split charge facility for use in conjunction with 18ACR alternator (£ 19*.06 - incl tax & VAT)
- Inertia reel seatbelts on front seats (Available from 15th February 1974 - New)
- Available colours:
Price UK: £ 2 682.44 incl.tax & VAT (01st. October 1973)
Price UK: £ 3 325.00 incl.tax & VAT (31nd August 1974)
 Annual production - Chassis numbers:
Year 355 RHD Home 356 RHD Export 358 LHD Export
1974 355-08660 to 10572 356-01858 to 03156 358-05838 to 09850
Additional: 357 RHD CKD* 359 LHD CKD*
1974 357-*****C 359-*****C
*CKD: "Completely Knocked Down" for assembly abroad. Figures not available.
Additional info: UK Registration Plate Year Identifier -
Suffix Letter M - 1. August 1973 - 31. July 1974 FLM Panelcraft 4 door conversion with Land-Rover approval from 1974
New details for 1974MY - Suffix C from October 1973:
   '74MY the "Range Rover" scuttle badge From 1974MY the knob changed The centre differential lock warning
now printed, earlier engraved to a non illuminated one. Still the light is moved to under the binnacle
function is the same as previously. from '74MY and lights "DIFF LOCK" 1975 Range Rover 1975 Land Rover & Land-Rover and Range Rover 1975 Rover
Main Brochure Range Rover Accessories Special Conversions Total Rover Range
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Colours and Trim Guide
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Highlights:
 - By August 1974 the first 10.000 Range Rover's where built
- Weekly production of 300 Range Rover's in two shifts. Land-Rover production of
1000 units pr week, by comparison
- CKD "Completely Knocked Down" production line of Range Rover in Costa Rica and Venezuela
- Integrated Air Conditioning conversion available in Australia.
Engine V8 Petrol Carburettor Zenith-Stromberg 175CD type:
- 3.5 ltr V8 Compression: 8.25:1
3528 cc V8, Max power: 130 bhp at 5000 rpm. Max torque: 185 lb ft (250 Nm) at 2500 rpm
Manual Transmission with integrated transfer case LT95
- 4 speed and transfer box, high (1.174) and low (3.32) ratio. Central differential lockable
Gear ratios:
1st. 4.069; 2nd. 2.448; 3rd. 1.505; 4th. 1.0; R. 3.664
From October 1974, production change: The Range Rover in its right element
Interior:
 - Ambla leathercloth superseeded the original Palomino PVC as standard upholstery
- Carpet gaiter replaces rubber type on gear change
- Head restraints available on front seats
Exterior:
- New Arctic White colour instead of Davos White
From October 1974, available options:
- Brushed nylon seat facings (£ 17.72 - 16. Sept. 1974) - (£ 19.07 - 16. Dec. 1974)
- Head restraints front seat - pair (£ 20.60 - 16. Sept. 1974 - New) - (£ 22.17 - 16. Dec. 1974)
- Inertia front seat safety belt reel mount (£ 13.34 - 16. Sept. 1974) - (£ 14.40 - 16. Dec. 1974)
- Power assisted steering (£ 138.65 - 16. Sept. 1974) - (£ 149.35 - 16. Dec. 1974)
- Laminated windscreen (£ 31.06 - 16. Sept. 1974) - (£ 33.46 - 16. Dec. 1974)
- Sundym tinted glass w/laminated windscreen (£ 73.88 - 16. Sept. 1974) -
(£ 79.62 - 16. Dec.1974)
- Split charge facility for use in conjunction with 18ACR alternator (£ 25.80 - 16. Sept. 1974) -
(£ 14.40 - 16. Dec. 1974)
- all prices inclusive tax & VAT
Mid-70's; vinyl D-post, flip fuel cap, raised letters, single exhaust pipe
Dealer equipped options:
- Towing equipment
 - Radio Available colours:
Price UK: £ 3 574.35 incl.tax & VAT (16th September 1974)
Price UK: £ 3 924.18 incl.tax & VAT (16th December 1975)
Annual production - Chassis numbers:
Year 355 RHD Home 356 RHD Export 358 LHD Export
1975 Feb 355-10573 to 11062 356-03157 to 03292 358-09851 to 10556
From Feb 1975:
1975 Rest of 355/356/358- 12024 to 21662 Carmichael Commando RIV w/ Hydrovane compressor for Middle East
Additional info: UK Registration Plate Year Identifier -
Suffix Letter N - 1. August 1974 - 31. July 1975 New details for 1975MY - Suffix D - Released April 1975:
  Ambla leathercloth to replace Palomino Ambla trim gave higher comfort, though
PVC as standard trim more slippery the Palomino PVC
 Ambla showed to be more durable than
the original Palomino PVC trim
1976 RR Main Brochure 1976 Rover Range Rover - Prices 6. Oct 1975 Prices 26. July 1976
    Link to brochure: Link to brochure: Link to pricelist: Link to pricelist:
Highlights:
 NOTE: Even though the Suffix E were introduced in October 1975 as 1976MY the produced
vehicles looks to still have a 'D' stamped on the VIN plaque untill start of Suffix F in Oct 1977
Engine V8 Petrol Carburettor Zenith-Stromberg 175CD type:
- 3.5 ltr V8 Compression: 8.25:1
3528 cc V8, Max power: 130 bhp at 5000 rpm. Max torque: 185 lb ft (250 Nm) at 2500 rpm
Manual Transmission with integrated transfer case LT95
- 4 speed and transfer box, high (1.174) and low (3.32) ratio. Central differential lockable
Gear ratios:
1st. 4.069; 2nd. 2.448; 3rd. 1.505; 4th. 1.0; R. 3.664
From October 1975, production change:
Engine:
- Modified carburettors
Interior:
- Improved carpeting on transmission tunnel
- Two courtesy lights in the headlinings, front and rear Classic shape of '76MY Range Rover shown with auxilary fog lamps
- Steering wheel outer rim now in black finish
From October 1975, available options:
- Brushed nylon seat facings (£ 22.79 - 06. Oct. 1975)
- Power assisted steering (£ 178.32 - 06. Oct. 1975)
 - Sundym tinted glass (£ 55.09 - 06. Oct. 1975)
- Front seat head restraints (£ 26.48 - 06. Oct. 1975)
- Inertia front seat safety belt reel mount (£ 17.20 - 06. Oct. 1975)
- Option-pack: (£ 101.73 - 06. Oct. 1975 - New)
Comprising: Tinted glass
Head restraints
Brushed nylon trim
Inertia reel safety harness
All prices incl. tax & VAT
Price UK: £ 4 875.39 incl. tax & VAT (06. October 1975)
incl. Front seat Safety harness - static & Laminated Windscreen From October 1975, option alteration: Swedish '76 Range Rover with original headlamp wash/wipe system,
- Split charging system uprated to 20ACR alternator original door mounted mirrors and local luggage compartment wall.
Picture borrowed from: Svammelsurium
 - Available colours:
Annual production - Chassis numbers:
Year 355 RHD Home 356 RHD Export 358 LHD Export
1976 355/356/358- 21663 to 31094
Additional info: UK Registration Plate Year Identifier -
Suffix Letter P - 1. August 1975 - 31. July 1976
'76MY interior with black steering wheel rim and carpeted gear change New details for 1976MY - Suffix E - Released October 1975:
From 1976MY the steering wheel
rim changed to glossy black finish
 2 courtesy lights in headlining from '76MY
The 2 interior lights is the most visible
change done to Suffix E
1977 Range Rover Main Brochure 1977 British Leyland
   Link to brochure: Link to brochure: Link to brochure:
Highlights:
- Automatic conversion with 3-speed Borg-Warner and partly LT95 transfer case and third
differential available in Australia
From October 1976, production change:
Engine V8 Petrol Carburettor Zenith-Stromberg 175CD type:
- 3.5 ltr V8 Compression: 8.25:1
3528 cc V8, Max power: 130 bhp at 5000 rpm. Max torque: 185 lb ft (250 Nm) at 2500 rpm
Manual Transmission with integrated transfer case LT95
- 4 speed and transfer box, high (1.113) and low (3.32) ratio. Central differential lockable
Gear ratios:
1st. 4.069; 2nd. 2.448; 3rd. 1.505; 4th. 1.0; R. 3.664
Engine:
- Twin pipe exhaust system replaced single pipe
Webasto full length fabric sunroof, either electric or manually
Transmission:
- Transfer box High Ratio raised from 1.174:1 to 1.113:1,
 a 5% increase in the transfer ratio
- LT95 Transmission RHD/LHD - 1,113:1 Serial number gearbox: 355xxxxxC untill gearbox 35594059C From October 1976, new option:
- Split charging system uprated to 25ACR alternator
From October 1976, available options:
- Nylon fabric trim (£ 26.13 - 26. July 1976) (£ 33.36 - 1. Aug. 1977)
- Power assisted steering (£ 204.47 - 26. July 1976) (£ 261.13 - 1. Aug. 1977)
- Tinted glass (£ 63.16 - 26. July 1976) (£ 80.67 - 1. Aug. 1977)
- Head restraints - pair (£ 30.36 - 26. July 1976) (£ 38.78 - 1. Aug. 1977)
- Inertia front seat safety belt reel mount (£ 19.73 - 26. July 1976) (£ 25.19 - 1. Aug. 1977)
- Option-pack: (£ 116.64 - 26. July 1976) (£ 148.96 - 1. Aug. 1977)
Comprising: Tinted glass
Head restraints
Brushed nylon trim
Inertia reel safety harness
All prices incl. tax & VAT 'Barn find' - beautiful and 100% original found after years in storage
the dream for many to find, now under restoration in the Philippines, originally popular among sugar and pineapple plantation owners.
- Available colours:
Price UK: £ 5 689.71 incl. tax & VAT (26. July 1976) with static safety belts & laminated windscreen
Price UK: £ 8 007.48 incl. tax & VAT (1st Aug 1977) Annual production - Chassis numbers:
Year 355 RHD Home 356 RHD Export 358 LHD Export
1977 355/356/358- 31095 to 40479
77MY Range Rover with twin pipe exhaust and lowered transfer ratio
Additional info: UK Registration Plate Year Identifier -
Suffix Letter R - 1. August 1976 - 31. July 1977 New details for 1977MY - Suffix E - Released October 1976:
 Twin pipe exhaust system introduced with
tilted cut straight end caps, from 1977MY
1978 Range Rover Main Brochure Range Rover Prices 1978 British Leyland
3rd July 1978
   Link to brochure: Link to brochure: Link to brochure:
Highlights:
- Land-Rover Ltd founded as an autonomous British Leyland company, July 1978
 - Expansion in production capacity for both Land-Rover and Range Rover,
still waiting list of more than 6 months
Engine V8 Petrol Carburettor Zenith-Stromberg 175CD type:
- 3.5 ltr V8 Compression: 8.13:1
3528 cc V8, Max power: 132 bhp at 5000 rpm. Max torque: 186 lb ft (251 Nm) at 2500 rpm
Manual Transmission with integrated transfer case LT95
- 4 speed and transfer box, high (1.113) and low (3.32) ratio. Central differential lockable
Gear ratios:
1st. 4.069; 2nd. 2.448; 3rd. 1.505; 4th. 1.0; R. 3.664
From October 1977, production change:
Engine:
- Engine compression ratio lowered from 8.25:1 to 8.13:1,
132bhp @ 5000rpm, 186lb/ft @ 2500rpm
Exterior:
- Door mounted rear view mirrors replaced bonnet mounted mirrors
Interior: '78MY brought door mounted rear view mirror and lower compression
- Kienzle and/or Borg 'quartz' clock (from #55137) replaced original Kienzle mechanical clock
'Quartz' logo below centre of clock
From March 1978, extra option:
 - Fairey overdrive available, GLR 137. Price: £ 244.0 incl. VAT excl. fitting charge
- Overdrive feature:
Reduces engine rpm by 21,8 %, at a step-up ratio 0.782 to 1 and not essential to
use the clutch to change between O/D and direct
Under favourable conditions top speed of over 110 mph and 90 mph in third
The Range Rover Overdrive Adverticement claimed 15 % saving in fuel consumption
12 months guarantee
Overdrive LHD Range Rover will be available shortly after March 1978
From 3rd July 1978, pricing UK:
- Range Rover: £: 9.150,57 (incl. tax & VAT) 3rd July 1978
Options:
- Head restraints: £: 44,40 (incl. tax & VAT) 3rd July 1978
- Inertia reel front seat belts: £: 28,84 (incl. tax & VAT) 3rd July 1978 Alan Smith Ltd made this Donnington one-piece rear door conversion
- Nylon fabric trim: £: 38,19 (incl. tax & VAT) 3rd July 1978
- Power assisted steering: £: 298,97 (incl. tax & VAT) 3rd July 1978
 - Tinted glass: £: 92,35 (incl. tax & VAT) 3rd July 1978
Option pack: £: 170,55 (incl. tax & VAT) 3rd July 1978
Comprising: Tinted glass, Head restraints, Nylon fabric trim, Inertia reel front seat belts
- Available colours:
Annual production - Chassis number: Range Rover with air conditioning system, as standard in Italy
Year 355 RHD Home 356 RHD Export 358 LHD Export
1978 355/356/358- 40480 to 55741
Additional info: UK Registration Plate Year Identifier -
Suffix Letter S - 1. August 1977 - 31. July 1978 New details for 1978MY - Suffix F from October 1977:  New mirror replaced bonnet mounted type
1979 Range Rover Model Year - VIN Suffix F - Released: September 19781979 Range Rover Main Brochure 1979 Motor Show '78 Cover 1979 Rover Range 1979 Austin Morris
   Link to brochure: Link to brochure: Link to brochure: Link to brochure:
11th Dec 1978 8th May 1979 18th June 1979
   Link to brochure: Link to brochure: Link to brochure:
Highlights:
 - Land Rover Ltd under formation and organization.
- CKD assembly production started at Enfield plant in Australia
Engine V8 Petrol Carburettor Zenith-Stromberg 175CD type:
- 3.5 ltr V8 Compression: 8.13:1
3528 cc V8, Max power: 132 bhp at 5000 rpm. Max torque: 186 lb ft (251 Nm) at 2500 rpm
Manual Transmission with integrated transfer case LT95
- 4 speed and transfer box, high (1.113) and low (3.32) ratio. Central differential lockable
Gear ratios:
1st. 4.069; 2nd. 2.448; 3rd. 1.505; 4th. 1.0; R. 3.664
From September 1978, production change:
Exterior:
- Wiper arms, front and rear, now black finish from aluminium coloured finish previously
From 11th December 1978, pricing UK:
- Range Rover: £: 9.815,13 (incl. tax & VAT) 11th December 1978
£:10.501,92 (incl. tax & VAT) 8th May 1979
£:11.182,60 (incl. tax & VAT) 18th June 1979 1979MY Range Rover with huge organization changes behind
Options:
 - Head restraints: £: 47,74 (incl. tax & VAT) 11th December 1978
£: 52,50 (incl. tax & VAT) 8th May 1979
£: 55,91 (incl. tax & VAT) 18th June 1979
- Inertia reel front seat belts: £: 31.01 (incl. tax & VAT) 11th December 1978
£: 36,32 (incl. tax & VAT) 18th June 1979
- Nylon fabric trim: £: 41,07 (incl. tax & VAT) 11th December 1978
£: 45,18 (incl. tax & VAT) 8th May 1979
£: 48,10 (incl. tax & VAT) 18th June 1979
- Power assisted steering: £: 321,40 (incl. tax & VAT) 11th December 1978
£: 351,00 (incl. tax & VAT) 8th May 1979
£: 373,75 (incl. tax & VAT) 18th June 1979
- Tinted glass: £: 99,17 (incl. tax & VAT) 11th December 1978
£: 116,30 (incl. tax & VAT) 18th June 1979
Option pack: £: 183,34 (incl. tax & VAT) 11th December 1978
£: 214,79 (incl. tax & VAT) 18th June 1979
Comprising: Tinted glass, Head restraints, Nylon fabric trim, Inertia reel front seat belts
Available colours: 1979MY Range Rover - last year with the "original" concept
Annual production - Chassis numbers:
Year 355 RHD Home 356 RHD Export 358 LHD Export
1979 355/356/358- 55742 to 61821 Additional info: UK Registration Plate Year Identifier -
Suffix Letter T - 1. August 1978 - 31. July 1979 Sources of information on this site with inspiration of: - The British Leyland publishing materials showed on this site, with links, to sell the Range Rover as well as the BLMC cars
- ISBN 0 907 073 476 - Range Rover 1970 - 1981 - Brooklands Books
- ISBN 1 870642 317 - Range Rover Gold Portfolio 1970 - 1988 - Brooklands Books
- ISBN 0 947981 12 8 - The Range Rover "A collector's guide" - James Taylor - Motor Racing Publications Ltd, England
- ISBN 1 85223 910 7 - Range Rover "The Complete Story" - James Taylor and Nick Dimbleby
- ISBN 1 86126 554 9 - Range Rover "The first generation" - James Taylor and Nick Dimbleby - The Crowood Press Ltd, England
- ISBN 0 7603 0777 6 - Original Range Rover - Carburettor models - James Taylor - MBI Publishing Company, USA
- ISBN 1 85960 827 2 - Restoration Manual - Range Rover (2nd Edition) - Dave Pollard - Haynes North America, USA - 2001
- Several articles in the magazines of Land Rover Owner International, Land Rover Monthly and more
- My own knowledge and experience of 25 years of ownership and continious restoration of the Range Rover Classic
- Additional sources:
- Autocar 1970 June 18 - "New...Range Rover" and "To the Hills"
- Motor 1970 June 20 - "Range Rover - Go anywhere, quickly, in comfort"
- Autocar 1970 November 12 - "Autotest - Range Rover"
- MotorSport 1971 February - "Range Rover"
- Motor 1971 February 20 - "To the hills, James"
- MotorSport 1971 October - "Getting to the top - a Range Rover up Cader Idris"
- Autocar 1972 June 22 - "Rover on the Ridge Way"
- Autocar 1973 January 25 - "Range Rover Changes"
- Motor 1974 May 4 - "Car - or Cult?", "How the hell did you get one?" and "An obvious choice"
- Autocar 1974 August 31 - "Buying Secondhand - Range Rover"
- Motor 1975 Januar 25 - "Road Test - Range Rover"
- Autocar 1975 October 25 - "Autotest - Range Rover"
- If you have additional information or details of Range Rover Classic to build this site better, please send me a mail: vidaer@gmail.com
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I would be grateful for any information concerning copyright and will withdraw images immediately on copyright holder’s request. © BMIHT - All publicity material and photographs originally produced for/by Rover Company, BMC, BMH, British Leyland Motor Corporation and Rover Group including all its subsidiary companies is the copyright of the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust and is reproduced on this website with permission. Permission to use images does not imply the assignment of copyright, or the right to retain, re-distribute, or re-use the images for any other purpose.
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