Lot details Registration No: HJM774H Chassis No: 24137274G
- One of two Land Rovers used in the forthcoming movie 'Peter Rabbit'
- Beautifully finished in Pastel Green with refurbished Tan seats
- 2250cc petrol engine
A sympathetic update of its much-loved predecessor, the Land Rover Series II was introduced in April 1958. Available with a choice of 2.25-litre petrol or 2-litre diesel engines, the Series II accounted for some 62,000 sales in its first two years of production. In 1961, the subtly upgraded Series IIA benefited from an improved cooling system and is thought to have been the most successful variant, with sales around 1969/70 believed to have reached 60,000 units a year.
The vendor advises this lovely-looking 88-inch Series IIA is something of a movie star; being one of two used in the forthcoming 3D live-action animated comedy film Peter Rabbit based around the famous characters created by Beatrix Potter. We are informed it was used for location shots in the Lake District wearing a false registration. Mr McGregor is played here by Domhnall Gleeson and his feud with the famous rabbit voiced by James Corden will be released in UK cinemas shortly having been on worldwide release since February.
Acquired from film vehicle suppliers Action 99 Cars, HJM 774H is powered by a 2.25-litre petrol engine and was manufactured in 1969. Finished in a most attractive shade of Pastel Green with Tan interior, it is said to drive as good as it looks and will be accompanied by a fresh MoT in time for the sale. The seats have been refurbished and the Landie is described as being in "excellent" condition regarding its bodywork, paintwork, engine and transmission with "very good" interior, the vendor noting it would however now benefit from new door window rubbers.
With values of Series One Land Rovers reaching giddying heights it cannot be long before the Series Twos follow and such a fine example with the added bonus of movie stardom is a very attractive proposition.
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