This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Iconic Sale at the NEC Classic Motor Show 2025 on Saturday the 8th of November, NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT. When Maurice Wilks, Rover's chief designer, came up with a plan to produce a light agricultural utility vehicle in 1947 he would have no idea that his design would become an icon and launch a whole new industry sector. The original Land Rover was presented in Sage Green with a canvas roof and revolutionised rural transport. As an engineering marvel it can still outstrip its modern counterparts, and the Series I rightly belongs in the Motoring Hall of Fame. Hugely successful globally, improvements were made throughout the long lifespan of the Landie. In 1950, the lights were moved from a position behind the grille to protrude through the mesh, in 1952 a larger 2.0-litre petrol engine replaced the original 1.6-litre and the wheelbase was extended to 86 inches in 1955 to offer more stability and greater load capacity. The strong, reliable 2.0-litre petrol engine was standard until 1957 when, with the introduction of the Series II, a diesel engine was offered as an alternative. This right-hand drive home-market example was built first registered on 4th May 1956 in Hampshire. Purchased by our vendor in May 2012, the Land Rover was entrusted to Harwoods Land Rover to complete a full restoration. Beautifully finished in Tuscan Blue, it’s currently fitted with a full canvas tilt and is also accompanied by a hardtop cab for winter motoring. The interior features black vinyl seating, a large heater and chequer plate flooring. Despite the restoration being over a decade ago, 959 HYH still presents rather well, starts on-the-button and is ready to enjoy. The Series I Land Rover is a remarkable British classic with a back to basics charm, easy to work on, frugal to maintain and good fun to drive on or off road.