Land Rover Love Affair | Buying a 1983 Land Rover Series 3 Pickup

This is a story about fulfilling a boyhood dream of buying a Land Rover Series 3 Pickup Truck. I am smitten with old Land Rovers, well old things in general, but in this video I sell a Freelander to pay for a 1983 Land Rover Series 3 Pickup truck. Yes, they're terrible to drive and somewhat unreliable, but I absolutely love it!
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[@neiltan2283]

The Brits made a very unic and beautiful landrover back then im quaite impressed and it can go anywhere car it's very good and rugged farm car I wanted one so bad now ❤❤❤

[@paulwest6262]

I bought a 109" in June last year with a canvas roof from the military and petrol 2.25 litre engine and running well, converted to a 9 seater and kept in a dry garage, great off road 40 mph on road and they are happy, if you find a decent one chassis and outriggers and bulk head wise also doors and frames rust wise I would advise you to buy it you will make money later and enjoy it for the fun it is on and off road. Winter snow or work they won't let you down.

[@DaleReubin]

I haven't seen a lot of 109's in the UK but heaps in SA. I'd like to own one again at some point.

[@paulwest6262]

@@DaleReubin I'm in Southern Ireland and there isn't many about on the road.

[@iceman777sa]

Thats what I like to see, a Toyota towing a LR. Im a cruiser guy but funny enough I also had one of those LR pick-up toys and I jealous about your acquisition.

[@DaleReubin]

HA! Yes, I'm not completely mad. I have a toyota for an everyday driver and a LR as a passion project.

[@mwendakanyuru1051]

Its a sickness i agree...

[@julianlord2697]

I have a 1980 Land Rover Series 3 109" LWB troop carrier configuration (sold as a CL, Commercial Logistic) and petrol. Compared to my Jeeps of the same era it is hopeless for comfort and performance and reliability. But I am plugging away to get it running properly and usable because they are made like no other 4x4.

[@loftusmorrison3571]

Great vid. Any tips for buying an old landy like 1986 series III. Have no idea what to look for.

[@DaleReubin]

Great question. I don't know a lot but what would be important to me is looking for originality. Owners tent to modify Land Rovers, especially the series Land Rovers. Make sure it's the correct engine for the model you're looking at and that the license papers are in order. Then check for rust in the bulk head, bottoms of doors, foot wells, chassis, crossmembers etc.. Fortunately they're very simple mechanically so just listen out for weird engine or gearbox noises. Maybe I should do a video.... Hope that helps

[@julianlord2697]

They are unreliable junk that rust in hard to get to places. If that does not put you off, or the test drive, here are a few tips. Choose the model you want. Whilst bits swap over buying a 109" when you want an 88" will be a bit frustrating. The frame / chassis is prone to rust and these crates may have been coated in mud for decades. the outriggers and rear crossmember are bad culprits but can be cut off and replaced. Have real good look at previous repairs. New chassis are available and it is a medium size job to build your Landie back on to a new galvanised chassis. Bulkheads are made of steel and rot. They can be welded and again a medium size job to replace with a new one, still made. Outer panels do rot, it is aluminium rot. They also suffer damage. If there are spot weld marks down the flanks, that is a sign of an original panel. Bottoms of doors and door window frames can rot. Roofs leak, often badly. Paint is subjective. you can hand paint a Landy and no one would notice. use coach enamel and proper brushes and it would be better than factory. Fuel tanks rot and there may be several of them. Petrol and diesel engines are long lived and gutless. Transmissions and axles are not overly expensive to repair but go over them. Electrics are basic but often butchered. Have a good look at it or it will burn down. Not unusual for blower motors and wipers etc. to not work. Bear in mind this crate could have been taken apart a number of times, a monkey with a spanner and a screwdriver would have agodo chance of stripping it clean. Find everything that has been modded. Some will be bodges, some upgrades, work out what is not original. A Weber carb and electronic ignition may be valued, the power steering on mine is a boon. I have Defender door mirrors so I can see, the little wing mirrors are useless.

[@ugametraders3809]

I have a 1987 series 3 long wheel base, they are the hottest vehicle, hard old steering. Very rough when driving, noisy, leaks oil, ughhhh...............I LOVE MY LAND ROVER so much.

[@DaleReubin]

Such great vehicles! I get stoked every time I need to drive it somewhere.

[@sadecallum]

Love your content. Been a religious follower and saw you took a bit of a break. None of your recent content showed up in my notifications or subscription page. Luckily I checked now. Keep it up!

[@DaleReubin]

Thank you! I'm so glad you checked! The KZbin algorithm is a total mystery. Really appreciate the support.

[@garyleonard4009]

You should have used a heat gun, they work wonders. Congrats on the new addition to the farm. I drive a 96 Landover Defender county station wagon 110 2.5 300 tdi. Absolutely love her. She is called Maggie

[@cameronmurie]

So, I am very familiar with the condition. I have just bought a partially re-built 109 truck with the wrong engine in it which apparently runs. Me and a mate are going to save it, It was about to become a sort of hot rod with LED lights - but that ain't happening to it now. It will be my third series. So, ya. I would like to see how you get on

[@quintincairncross1088]

Hi Dale, just saw this. I looked at that very car after DJ (RIP) rebuilt it. I now see it is back in Knysna and for sale again? What happened? Finish the story?

[@DaleReubin]

Oh man! It was such a stuff up! They could never produce the VC1 so I could never put it into my name and get it legal on the road so I just gave it back and got a refund. Got a defender 110 now!

[@ramp7t]

Love the color. I'm a tad older then you. I almost bought a Series III in 1976. Well I just bought one and shall go pick it up like you just did. I don't have a 6 hour drive straight like you but I do have to go to NYC then back to New England. Mine needs to be put back together, so it's going on a trailer. Love British steel and aluminum.

[@DaleReubin]

That's fantastic Mark. I hope you'll make some videos of it going together - I'd love to see! That's a beautiful spot where you are, the landy should fit right in! All the best!

[@highdownmartin]

Heart rules the head. I need to save this Landy and pamper it. New engine, weld the chassis and bulkhead. Rebuild the gearbox axles and brakes. Four new tyres and fix the leaking tank and a rewire and that’s all it needs really. I WANT THIS ONE!

[@DaleReubin]

I have a laundry list of things I want to do to this Landy already :) They're such fun cars to own!

[@rjs1304]

I have a 1985 90, it noisy and slow but I love it! Removing vinyl is easy with a hair drier. Enjoy yours.

[@DaleReubin]

Thanks Rob! I am smitten with it! Hopefully doing the suspension soon. I wish I knew how to get vinyl off before making this video 🤣

[@aribach]

It’s the best feeling in the world. I’m on my third Land Rover series 3, I’ve regretted selling the previous ones and my heart aches thinking that I sold them. You can’t help but put your heart and soul into them. I’ll keep the current one till the day I die.

[@DaleReubin]

They are really special vehicles! I've got a defender 110 now and absolutely LOVE it!

[@jiggermast]

Yep! fully infected stage 12 Landroveritis my friend & you're infected for life! I caught it in 1968 & about 25 series Landrovers later I've still got it more than ever. I've gotta say that there's nowhere in this world that I believe a series Landy looks more perfectly at home than in Africa! ANY part of your incredible continent. A very entertaining video my friend.

[@georgejarry3964]

Awesome thank you for this video, love Land Rover's since 12 years old, my first car at 17 y/o SWB 1955 Series I, then, 3 Series III, 3 Series III Santana, 1 1964 Series IIa, and 1 1976 CKD Venezuela Range Rover Classic, currently Santana Series III 1976.

[@TheRetroSeries2a]

great video! and the truck looks awesome!

[@ryanvdmerwe]

Very cool vid and awesome car dude, look well looked after. I suffer from the same malady. Have a tdi300 defender but have had a series crush for decades, finally pulled the trigger...Getting a Series IIa pickup in a few weeks time. Can't wait.

[@francksauvage4591]

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[@johnmaggiorino4493]

👍

[@freemenownrifles8814]

When all your infrastructure is about 27 years old! #GetOnGab

[@TYREPAIRING]

Thank you for sharing this! Really a inspiring video! And congratulation on your childhood dream! I'm 29 and I hope next ten year i will be able to have a '92 Defender 90

[@enduranceadventure8057]

Good luck Man! It’s a thing with Landies!

[@johnmaggiorino4493]

Gorgeous cool kids!!

[@DaleReubin]

Thanks mate!

[@babulexplorer]

Great land rover series,

[@AapVanDieKaap]

I'm like 99% sure that's a bakkie boet ;)

[@dalegoodwin6146]

Congratulations on your Landy! Here's to many many happy kilometres! Loved the Vlog!

[@DaleReubin]

Thanks dude!

[@Barry-26]

Beautiful

[@coleyoutubechannel]

Thinking about you guys, stay safe

[@DaleReubin]

Thanks Cole! We’re safe where we are but KZN and Guateng are really in trouble. Some communities can’t even get food. It’s a very sad and troubling time.

[@seriesv8]

Congratulations! I’m sure you’ll be very happy and frustrated together! We really need to talk about that beautiful bench seat. I understand that they are quite common on Landys in South Africa? I for one would appreciate a few shots of how it’s put together in future because I want one so so badly!

[@DaleReubin]

Thanks Neil! That’s a great idea for a video. If you don’t mind I’ll use it 😊 there’s a company in town that can recover it for me and I’d like to get it done.

[@seriesv8]

@@DaleReubin that would be fantastic, consider me subscribed! :)

[@ShaneRielly]

Can you braai a steak on that grill?

[@DaleReubin]

Hahaha!! Sadly not. If it was a series 2 then you could ☺️

[@JonReid]

Nice one man! Many an adventure to be had!

[@DaleReubin]

Thanks bro! They’ll have to be adventures close to home because this thing is a spine shaker!