1970-1995 RANGE ROVER Classic
Price at launch: £1998
Price (excellent): £6000
Price (good): £3000
Price (average): £1000
Price (project): £400
Performance
0-60mph:14.2secs
Top speed:99mph
Power:135bhp
Torque:185lb/ft
Engine
Configuration:V8
Aspiration:normal
Fuel:petrol
Fuel delivery:carburettor
Chassis
Suspension Front: Live axle, coil spring
Suspension Rear: Live axle, coil spring
Drivetrain: front-engine AWD
Steering: rack and pinion
Bodyframe: chassis and seperate body
Transmission manual: Four and five-speed
Transmission automatic: Three and four-speed
Dimensions
Length: 4470mm
Wheelbase (SWB): 2540mm
Wheelbase (LWB): 2743mm
Width: 1778mm
Height: 1778mm
Weight: +/-1760kgs
Overview
Inventor of the SUV and a classless conveyance, the Range Rover introduced the joys of off-roading to a whole new clienetele. Powered by Rover’s ex-Buick V8 and using similar chassis technology as the Land Rover, its off-road ability was beyond reproach, while the hose-clean interior proved just the ticket for those with an active lifestyle. The styling was so clean that the Range Rover was at home in the politest places. It became more luxurious through the years, but its appeal remained undimmed during a 25-year production run.