1984 Land Rover 110
1984 Land Rover 110
Engine - 200 Tdi
Transmission - LT77 Gearbox & LT230 Transfer Case
Suspension - Terrafirma Heavy Duty coils & shocks
Tyres - BFG All-Terrain T/A KO2 265/75 R16
Equipped For - Full-time overlanding
You guys are serious overland travellers, having been to multiple countries around the world.
What made you choose the Land Rover 110 platform?
The endless customisation possibilities are what we really love about them. You probably won’t find two that are completely identical. Excellent spare part availability and the huge community behind the brand in Europe are other very important reasons for choosing this vehicle.
How much work went into the overland build?
After the purchase, we spent 6 months restoring and converting. At that time we had zero experience in rebuilding a 4x4, so we were very happy to have a knowledgeable Land Rover specialist nearby, helping out with all things technical. The interior setup, accessories and paint job were all done by ourselves, learning a lot with every step of the process!
What is your favourite feature of your 110?
One thing we really love about old Land Rovers are the split doors. They not only look much better than the newer ones, they also still have the forward-sliding windows, which we think are more practical and comfortable to open while driving. The only downside is that, even after trying for nearly 5 years, we still haven’t managed to make them stop leaking water!
Which spare parts do you usually carry?
As we are traveling in Europe, parts availability is generally good in most of the countries. And international shipping within the EU is usually cheap and fast. For this reason we chose to limit the parts we carry with us, to avoid adding too much extra weight. Things we do carry are wheel bearings, UJ’s, drive-belts, fluids, filters etc.
Where has been the most memorable place you have visited so far?
For us, it’s very hard to beat the Norwegian fjords during winter time. The remoteness and beauty of the camp spots, where you can have a cosy fire in the snow while gazing at the Northern Lights. It’s a priceless reward for bracing the cold and darkness and an unforgettable experience!
Photos by Us and the Landy